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Windcutter Wagons

Discussion in 'Heritage Rolling Stock' started by Flying Phil, Dec 11, 2018.

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  1. Jamessquared

    Jamessquared Nat Pres stalwart

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    Another option is the one used on a couple of wagons at the Bluebell, which is to use a wagon sheet. The wagon itself contains a rough frame knocked up from scrap timber, which has the dual role of simulating the shape of a load, and also ensuring that the sheet doesn't sag and pool water. It does rather hide your lovely wagon though!

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    (Photo source: https://www.bluebell-railway.co.uk/bluebell/wagon/5542.html)

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    Jamessquared, Oct 31, 2026
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    pmh_74 Part of the furniture

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    It's a good solution for a 'less than lovely' wagon though, and most railways can find one or two of those...
     
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  3. Flying Phil

    Flying Phil Part of the furniture

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    Last week saw the fixed end painted, but were are still awaiting the "W" iron to be riveted before we can put the final floor section in and get the wagon finished. We were able to get more rusty bent steel off the two wagons in the yard.
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