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    Materials

    The relevant paper for boiler materials is https://www.hra.uk.com/s/HGR-B9220-Is01-Materials-Non-Destructive-Testing.pdf
    Post by: mdewell, Jan 23, 2021 at 1:44 PM in forum: Locomotive Engineering M.I.C
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    North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion

    "plant-fitter", so only keen gardeners need apply? :D (Ok, I know where the door is!)
    Post by: mdewell, Jan 22, 2021 at 9:17 AM in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    West Somerset Railway General Discussion

    That was an interesting choice for the job! It does illustrate the need to use appropriate motive power for the job though. A big loco with large...
    Post by: mdewell, Jan 14, 2021 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    West Somerset Railway General Discussion

    Typically this is done by a large loco with just a couple of coaches, so yes rapid acceleration (albeit only to a relatively slow speed) but...
    Post by: mdewell, Jan 14, 2021 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Let's look on the bright side........

    I guess it shows how much more can be done when your staff aren't busy running trains and dealing with visitors. Of course there are limits to how...
    Post by: mdewell, Jan 2, 2021 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK