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Old 23rd February 2010, 18:07
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Has anyone thought that "F" could stand for fitness?
IE fitness to run?


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Has anyone thought that "F" could stand for fitness?
IE fitness to run?
Only you.

More like F*****g expensive !
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Old 23rd February 2010, 18:17
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Wow...really interesting post! Wouldn't it make financial sense to the leasing companies to buy the class 60's at scrap price, do the F exams, then lease them back when the economy picks up (if it ever picks up)? Surely that would cost substancially less than buying brand new loco's?
Could this be done in partnership with Brush, who after all built them. There are over 90 of the class now in store. Or is it time just to let them go?

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If "F" stands for fitness to run, What do the A exam, B exam, C exam, D exam, & E exam stand for SFE? F is the largest and longest exam of a whole series. I don't have the details to hand or I would post a comprehensive answer to the question. I have the details in a back number of Rail somewhere, I also have over 250 copies of that magazine to search through so don't anyone go holding your breath waiting for the answer from me.

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Has anyone thought that "F" could stand for fitness?
IE fitness to run?
I can assure you that an "F" exam does not stand for "Fitness to run" that is an "A" exam !
An "F" exam is a total overhaul which means a visit to a major works.
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A = Alright
B = Bit dodgey
C = Clanking noises
D = Decidedly iffy
E = Extremely ill
F = F***ed

Well, you never know...
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A = Alright
B = Bit dodgey
C = Clanking noises
D = Decidedly iffy
E = Extremely ill
F = F***ed

Well, you never know...
It's more likely than "Fitness to run"!
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Well folks...I found out what G, H and J exams are: 'Post shopping examinations for electric locomotives only'.
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Try this:

http://www.wnxx.com/files/Codes.rtf


The F exam consists of component stripping and complete refurbishment of the locomotive whilst the engine crankcase, alternator and crankshaft remain in situ. This work has been carried by several teams of highly skilled technicians utilising new and reconditioned components that have been supplied to the highest standards of engineering quality. Typically, bogies, cylinder heads, pistons, liners, connecting rods, radiators, compressors, traction motors, turbo chargers and intercoolers are some of the componenets that are removed. Once reassembled, the locomotive is subjected to a lengthy and rigorous testing programme utilising Load Banks which verify that it is performing to the prescribed performance levels and producing a nominal 1750hp before being returned back into traffic.
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