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  1. RAB3L replied to the thread 6880 Betton Grange.

    In my experience, a broken or blowing gauge glass is a very rare occurrence, usually caused by poor fitting. When it does fail, use the test cocks - that's what they are for.

    Apr 16, 2024 at 8:40 AM

  2. RAB3L replied to the thread 6880 Betton Grange.

    Just to be clear, the gauge frame should be rodded through at every washout.

    Apr 16, 2024 at 8:37 AM

  3. RAB3L liked 21B's post in the thread 6880 Betton Grange.

    Ok, but I’m not sure there was any greater incidence of boiler failure or low water incidents on the GW/WR than anywhere else, and locos with two glasses were not immune either. As I say, I get the reasoning behind having two and I probably...

    Apr 16, 2024 at 8:33 AM

  4. RAB3L replied to the thread 6880 Betton Grange.

    Two gauge glasses are certainly not necessary. Just blow down the gauge and then raise the lever - the level should instantly return to its original level. If it doesn't, the water ways are blocked which is down to poor maintenance. There are...

    Apr 15, 2024 at 8:33 PM

  5. RAB3L liked 2857Harry's post in the thread 6880 Betton Grange.

    Plenty of people care. If you’ve got that attitude you’ve no need to comment. It’s better than that Southern tat in your picture

    Apr 15, 2024 at 8:23 PM
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