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« Reply #1 on: January 02, 2021, 14:29:33 » |
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« Reply #2 on: January 03, 2021, 13:46:05 » |
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"A clear conscience laughs at a false accusation."
"Treat everyone the same until you find out they're an idiot."
"Moral indignation is a technique used to endow the idiot with dignity."
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« Reply #3 on: January 03, 2021, 13:59:52 » |
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We know that government restrictions mean that you can't travel to see the final Class 483 in servie this weekend
Judging by photos on several rail enthusiast Facebook groups, 'a number' of enthusiasts have made the pilgrimage today. |
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« Reply #4 on: January 03, 2021, 14:16:36 » |
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We know that government restrictions mean that you can't travel to see the final Class 483 in servie this weekend
Judging by photos on several rail enthusiast Facebook groups, 'a number' of enthusiasts have made the pilgrimage today. I applaud everyone who's made the decision to 'visit' just virtually today, even though they would - had circumstance been different - been there in person. Please feel free to share pictures and links from earlier dates only here. |
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« Reply #5 on: January 03, 2021, 14:53:36 » |
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« Reply #6 on: January 03, 2021, 15:26:10 » |
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« Reply #7 on: January 03, 2021, 15:36:56 » |
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Cracking good photographs.
But I'm bemused, back in 1967 the Island line, Ryde Pier Head to Shanklin was closed for some 3 months whilst the line was electrified, as former deep tube stock was to be used the tracks were also raised in the station platforms to avoid a large step down, also the track was raised in Ryde Tunnel to prevent problems with flooding and the third rail.
Question are the new class 484s Straight Electric or Bi Mode Battery and Electric, as if the trackbed needs to be lowered again in Ryde Tunnel won't flooding become an issue?
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« Reply #8 on: January 03, 2021, 15:42:50 » |
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To view my GWML▸ Electrification cab video 'before and after' video comparison, as well as other videos of the new layout at Reading and 'before and after' comparisons of the Cotswold Line Redoubling scheme, see: http://www.dailymotion.com/user/IndustryInsider/ |
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« Reply #9 on: January 03, 2021, 16:49:08 » |
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I hope that the Island Line graphic above the windows in the 483s will survive into the new generation.....  |
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« Reply #10 on: January 03, 2021, 19:21:10 » |
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Cracking good photographs.
But I'm bemused, back in 1967 the Island line, Ryde Pier Head to Shanklin was closed for some 3 months whilst the line was electrified, as former deep tube stock was to be used the tracks were also raised in the station platforms to avoid a large step down, also the track was raised in Ryde Tunnel to prevent problems with flooding and the third rail.
Question are the new class 484s Straight Electric or Bi Mode Battery and Electric, as if the trackbed needs to be lowered again in Ryde Tunnel won't flooding become an issue?
Apparently the track does not need to be lowered in the tunnel. The first of the 484's has already been through it! |
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« Reply #11 on: January 03, 2021, 20:06:34 » |
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Cracking good photographs.
But I'm bemused, back in 1967 the Island line, Ryde Pier Head to Shanklin was closed for some 3 months whilst the line was electrified, as former deep tube stock was to be used the tracks were also raised in the station platforms to avoid a large step down, also the track was raised in Ryde Tunnel to prevent problems with flooding and the third rail.
Question are the new class 484s Straight Electric or Bi Mode Battery and Electric, as if the trackbed needs to be lowered again in Ryde Tunnel won't flooding become an issue?
Apparently the track does not need to be lowered in the tunnel. The first of the 484's has already been through it! My understanding is that the gauging is a complex mix of the width and height profile with the carriage length around the bends in the tunnel. 484 carriages are 18 metres long, class 150 are 20 metres, Mk 3 carriage s 23 metres and class 800 are 26 metres. |
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« Reply #12 on: January 03, 2021, 22:30:10 » |
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from on the WightToday (Sunday) marks the end of an era as Isle of Wight residents prepare to bid an emotional farewell to Island Line?s famed and beloved 82-year-old trains.
The final Class 483 train will roll out of the iconic Ryde Pier Head Station at 23.17 this evening, closing a historic chapter for Island Line passengers and staff.
The trains, which are estimated to have travelled in excess of 3 million miles in their 82 years, will enjoy a retirement which befits their cherished status. Article goes on to talk about where the trains will be going. Also to note Saying goodbye to a truly iconic train fleet
Commenting, South Western Railway?s Managing Director Mark Hopwood said:
"Today we?re saying goodbye to a truly iconic train fleet which is held in great affection by people living on the Island and elsewhere.
"These trains had already been carrying passengers for half a century by the time they arrived on the Island in 1989, coincidentally the same year that I started my first job on the railway, but they have served our customers well ? even if they have on occasion shown their age. This is in no small part thanks to the exceptional team at Ryde Depot, who have gone above and beyond to keep the trains running.
"While this may be an emotional end to one era, it?s also the start of an exciting new one. The GBP=26 million being invested in new trains and major infrastructure upgrades will help to deliver a railway fit for 2021, with performance and customer experience both set to be transformed." Mark returns to GWR▸ tomorrow ... looks like there's not even a short holiday between jobs in the rail industry! |
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« Reply #13 on: January 03, 2021, 22:59:51 » |
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"A clear conscience laughs at a false accusation."
"Treat everyone the same until you find out they're an idiot."
"Moral indignation is a technique used to endow the idiot with dignity."
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« Reply #14 on: January 04, 2021, 18:57:52 » |
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A great report on the Class 483 on BBC» South this evening. Luckily I could pick it up. My aerial points at Mendip, but I'm far enough south in Somerset to pick up BBC South from the Rowridge transmitter on the Isle of Wight.
Mark Hopwood CBE featured in the report. He's good at doing farewells to rolling stock. He's a proper enthusiast.
Most should be able to watch BBC South Today at some point over the next 24 hours on iPlayer.
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