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NXEA! 5th November 2009 23:27

To all Enthusiasts out there...
 
Hello I'm sure you may have seen some of my other posts on this before. I and a few fellow enthusiasts have set up a preservation group called Random Loco Preservation Group. We have plans to acquire a class 20 or 56 and restore it to running order at a location yet to be decided. We are welcoming fellow enthusiasts to come join us in acquiring and restoring one of these fine locomotives. We'll welcome you even if you just want to be a part of it. If you are interested in joining us please reply at the bottom.

saxokid 7th November 2009 02:30

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Originally Posted by NXEA! (Post 34483)
Hello I'm sure you may have seen some of my other posts on this before. I and a few fellow enthusiasts have set up a preservation group called Random Loco Preservation Group. We have plans to acquire a class 20 or 56 and restore it to running order at a location yet to be decided. We are welcoming fellow enthusiasts to come join us in acquiring and restoring one of these fine locomotives. We'll welcome you even if you just want to be a part of it. If you are interested in joining us please reply at the bottom.

Sounds interesting..........

NXEA! 8th November 2009 21:00

Well if you like the sound of our plan would you like to join us?

pre65 8th November 2009 21:16

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Originally Posted by NXEA! (Post 34660)
Well if you like the sound of our plan would you like to join us?

Do you have a web site ?

NXEA! 8th November 2009 21:22

yes we do its here: http://rlpg.webs.com/ many thanks

pre65 8th November 2009 22:17

Well I was interested enough to look at the web site, but you have nothing on display.

How on earth do you expect to attract help and support ?

Deathbyteacup 9th November 2009 07:05

Correct me if I am wrong but the fact it is called the "random" loco preservation group seems to suggest a lack of general direction? You can't even decide what loco you wish to preserve?

pre65 9th November 2009 09:30

Yes,there is a bit of difference between a 20 and a 56.:D

My priority, if I was to offer practical help on a regular basis, would be a location within easy traveling distance. But as the location of the unknown loco is also unknown I have to admit defeat on this one.

Seems I must direct my energies to building more valve amplifiers and tinkering with old scramblers.;)

robdog 14th December 2009 11:50

Good idea in principle but I think you will find most preserved locos have been purchased because the buyer has a 'special relationship' with the loco or the loco has a significant history to where it will be based.There are plenty of locos already purchased that are crying out for resoration some of them may be based at heritage sites close to your home.For me its the CVR.Thats why i became a volunteer there.I cant see the point of saving another random loco.Im sorry if you dont agree with me but its just my opinion.

locojoe 14th December 2009 12:06

Not a scheme I'd donate too. sounds a bit iffy.

62440 14th December 2009 17:13

Not another B..... Diesel preservation scheme.....:mad:

Someone shoot me, please!:rolleyes: 62440.

pre65 14th December 2009 17:21

Seems they now want to re-create a class 13 super shunter.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Rail_Class_13

You can count me out of that !:confused::D

klordger1900 14th December 2009 19:40

They would only be any use if preservation railways with steep inclines got their DMU's stuck trying to climb in damp weather with leaves on the line, etc. Otherwise what would be the point?

pre65 14th December 2009 19:53

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Originally Posted by klordger1900 (Post 36076)
what would be the point?

Precisely !:D

John H-T 15th December 2009 22:37

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Originally Posted by klordger1900 (Post 36076)
They would only be any use if preservation railways with steep inclines got their DMU's stuck trying to climb in damp weather with leaves on the line, etc. Otherwise what would be the point?

The problem with DMU's is that most, if not all do not have sanders.

An 03 propelling a 108 trailer car has never failed to get up the incline at Wirksworth (The steepest standard gauge passenger carrying line in the UK, overal 1 in 30. steepest 1 in 26).

We did have to set back for another go at the incline last Sunday on the first Santa Train with our two car 101 Met Cam, but as I said, no sanders! Made it second time! If it really got to be a problem we always have the Class 20!

Best wishes,

John H-T.

62440 15th December 2009 22:59

So, John, are you saying that you can't find a use for a 120 ton twin unit class 13 lookalike because if you guys can't use it then no-one else can!:eek:

Regards, 62440.:D

saxokid 16th December 2009 02:00

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Originally Posted by NXEA! (Post 34660)
Well if you like the sound of our plan would you like to join us?

sorry dont have any spear time at weekends bud,i take part in rally driving...........:)

John H-T 17th December 2009 09:37

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Originally Posted by 62440 (Post 36138)
So, John, are you saying that you can't find a use for a 120 ton twin unit class 13 lookalike because if you guys can't use it then no-one else can!:eek:

Regards, 62440.:D

I am suggesting that! Opperationally we would not have a use for a Class 13, the Class 20 is more than adequate!

However if someone wants to use a couple of 08s to recreate a Class 13 to fill a gap in preservation that is another matter, bit like the Saint, Grange and County projects: recycling parts to create missing classes!

Best wishes for Christmas and 2010.

John H-T.


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