Re: Melb Scrubber trams (WAS: Hillside Trains Train)

[billboltonREMOVE-TO-EMAIL@computer.org (Bill Bolton)]

Gareth Lumsden <s9763278@minyos.its.rmit.edu.au> wrote:

> Both of these trams were built in 1908 (same as model T fords's!!), and
> ran on the Sydney tramway system until 1959, their last 6 or so years
> being scrubber cars.

They were very extensivley rebuilt when converted to scrubber cars,
with really only the cabs, roof and (completely refurbished) running
gear remaining from the original K class.  This is why they were an
attractive buy for the M&MTB at that time.

CHeers,

Bill