Re: V/Line "C" class

[Rod <berlina@mt.pond.com>]

Chris Stratton wrote:

> John Regan wrote in message <01be3927$73829cc0$LocalHost@default>...
> >Can anyone let me know the physical diamentions of the V/Line "C" class, as
> >well as how many are still in service.  I remember reading that they were
> >all laid up.  Are they all runners or not.

Might have some good news on the mighty C class!!
I have it on good authority that NR are having thoughts about a rebuild program
for at least some of the C's
The idea is to return them to the mainline, and this goes agaist earlier
postings that suggested that they might become a Super Pilot. We will know soon
enough as the inspections have already been done and the Accountants are doing
their bit now.
Those of us that used to marvel at their reliability, if not their comfort, can
only wonder if they are needed because from this observers point of reference
the NR's are not very [reliable?]
Rod