Nothing but black fives - what a boring concept! :smt015
Both K1s were running today, I see.
Records were never going to be challenged. It was just a gutsy performance from a knobby little engine in crappy weather. It's a shame that we...
I've just noticed this. There was no such train as the Tyne Tees Pullman. It was the Tees Tyne Pullman. The 'replica' headboard sometimes carried...
And nice to meet you Ralph. The other guy who arrived at the same time as you, is John Fletcher who runs the Grosmont Shed Shop. He hails from...
No one came to say hello at Wigan. Anyone going to Preston Show this weekend? Give us a wave on Stainmore Summit (the layout that is, not on the...
I have only know Trevor for a short while but spent several happy evenings, this year, driving the Class 37 with him as minder, on the NYMR dining...
Anyone going to Wigan this weekend. I'll be with Stainmore Summit. Stop and say hello.
That how much you paid Steve?
Does that suggest that there is a potential market for someone to produce a quality repro Lucas shovel. Or does it suggest there is just one...
You'll be lucky! Hen's teeth and rocking horse what nots spring to mind. They occasionally turn up on eBay at silly prices.
We'll be there with Stainmore Summit. Bags and boxes are packed ready for the early start in the morning. Make yourself known! I'll probably wear...
Caption on my third photo!
It's important to change the glasses regularly, for new ones, usually at boiler washout and to rod out the connections from gauge frame back into...
Some photos taken today of the K1's valves being pulled. http://martin188.fotoblog.org.uk/c1584334.html
The device I have experience of pulls the valve spindle from the front with a long threaded bar. I don't know if it is an LNER design but the I've...
David Eliott is their Director of Engineering.
My first thoughts, exactly. But it does signify a whole new milestone, the first completely new build of a major loco. Well done everyone.
I must admit I'm not keen on the neckerchief. They always strike me as an affectation. I find the argument of keeping coal dust off your shirt...
Separă nume cu o virgulă.