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WSR Mixed Traction Weekend 10-12 June 2011

Discussion in 'Galas and Events' started by West Somerset Wizard, Apr 19, 2011.

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  1. gwr4090

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    I gather these were temporary "add-on" air horns, which sounded (to me) just like US/Canadian diesel horns. It was quite eery hearing the multitone sound of these horns echo across the valley on the way up to Crowcombe. But I've not found any U-Tube clips which feature them yet !

    David
     
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  2. West Somerset Wizard

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    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjXX1-XN_2A
    around 5:18 mins in...

    Steve
     
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    That brings back memories for me of June, 2007. It was a clear, still evening as the sun set over the Californian mountains.
    A freight train was heard slowly climbing the 1 in 49 incline approaching Tehachapi Loop.

    The sound of those horns still sends a shiver down my spine. <BJ>
     
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