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September 28th 16, 10:55 AM
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Bakerloo train replacements
On Wed, 28 Sep 2016 03:40:36 -0700 (PDT)
e27002 wrote: On Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 11:21:53 AM UTC+1, wrote: Rode on the bakerloo for the first time in years today. My god the 72 stock is looking and sounding tired. Whoever is keeping them running is certainly earning their money. Anyone know when replacements on the way? IIRC there is going to be a block order for a number of lines. -- Spud AFIK Boltar, the existing trains are undergoing heavy refurbishment for life extension. IMHO they are OK. The seats are comfortable, and the doors open very promptly at stations. One wonders how far their life can be further extended short of a rebuild given they're already 45 years old. Finding parts must be a problem too. I wouldn't be surprised if they have to be made bespoke. Yes, the seats are comfy. Not sure why modern train builders seem to think its acceptable for people to sit on covered granite. -- Spud |
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