Re: R class Loco
David Bromage (dbromage@metz.une.edu.au)
26 Aug 1997 12:02:54 GMT
Keith Holley (mailman@netspace.net.au) wrote:
>On 24 Aug 1997 03:58:45 GMT, dbromage@metz.une.edu.au (David Bromage)
>wrote:
>>Keith Holley (mailman@netspace.net.au) wrote:
>>>Can anyone add to R 753 on it where abouts etc.
>>
>>Was stored at the 707 Operations depot at Spotswood before it was
>>demolished. I think it's now at Newport Workshops, reportedly earmarked
>>for restoration to standard gauge.
The tender is in the paint shop adjacent to West Block and the engine unit
is in 707 Operations' road in West Block. The cab and other fittings have
been removed. I understand the boiler will have to be removed regardless
of the ultimate gauge.
> I though That R 700 was to be convert to Standard Gauge ????
That is a vicious rumour deliberately started by Steamrail in about 1993. :)
Cheers
David