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Isle Of Man Steam Railway

Discussion in 'Narrow Gauge Railways' started by David Bigcheeseplant, Jun 11, 2016.

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  1. StoneRoad

    StoneRoad Well-Known Member

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    Ummm, want to work on those !
    Being what I think is teak, they should be fixable by a specialist.
    If can't get teak, then one of the Iroko type timbers should be a suitable substitute.
    mostly 'cos Cleminson running gear.
     
    StoneRoad, Feb 23, 2026 at 11:08 AM
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    Sounds like a job for Boston Lodge
     
    lynbarn, Feb 23, 2026 at 11:57 AM
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    Other restoration businesses specialising in “the conservation, repair and restoration” of heritage items, including “railway carriages in several gauges” are available! ;)

    Tom
     
    Jamessquared, Feb 23, 2026 at 12:02 PM
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