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  1. Johnb liked Jamessquared's post in the thread SVR Loco Newsy News / discussions.

    All the Bluebell's locos operational have had spark arresters fitted over the last four or five years as and when they have had spells in the works; and also generally ashpan sprays fitted at major overhauls. The loocs with hopper washpans are...

    Jun 29, 2026 at 10:19 AM
  2. Johnb replied to the thread SVR Loco Newsy News / discussions.

    An ashpan spray spray is also a must

    Jun 28, 2026 at 10:40 AM
  3. Johnb replied to the thread Bahamas.

    My comment was of course based on what I’ve seen drivers do as an observer on the footplate, can you actually maintain a level of vacuum without constant adjustment?

    Jun 28, 2026 at 9:16 AM