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Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway

Discussion in 'Narrow Gauge Railways' started by tony51, Apr 10, 2017.

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  1. andrewshimmin

    andrewshimmin Well-Known Member

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    ZB2 was at the back of the running shed this past weekend. It has apparently had some trouble with boiler stays, and there has to be a question as to whether it is worth repairing for only a few weeks of running before the end of the loan.

    Unfortunate timing of failure as Sir Drefaldwyn / 699 is in bits being painted and fettled.

    The Earl is in fine form and keeping the trains running with the Diema.[​IMG]

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    Have just seen the lineup for the gala - ZB2 showing as being on static display so assuming it's run it's last on the WLLR?
     
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    Yes, I just saw that. 2 steam locos and 2 diesels out and interestingly the big Taiwanese diesel is only on goods trains. Presumably ZB2 has been failed?
     
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    First visit to the line today. It is a friendly line and good to see the railway busy. Great activity book for children included in the price (half in English and the other in Welsh).


    I thought I saw the chassis of The Countess as we passed one of the sheds so I presume she is now is under overhaul? IMG_20240810_140618.jpg IMG_20240810_151454.jpg IMG_20240810_151525.jpg IMG_20240810_193602.jpg

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  5. Richieboy

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    823 is currently stripped for pre assessment prior to any potential overhaul, the boiler is outside the front of the machine shop as well, just behind the big tent, so you may have seen that too.

    Really glad to hear you enjoyed your visit :)
     
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  6. Richieboy

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    Yes, still plenty of commissioning and testing works to do on the big red one as part of its putting in to use.

    My understanding is that ZB has a boiler issue and further discussions are underway as to the best way forward. So as yet unknown what the future holds
     
    Richieboy, Aug 10, 2024
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  7. tony51

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    Ready for the gala!

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=3653457701631733&set=gm.26818252954426712&type=3
     
    tony51, Aug 28, 2024
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