Re: The deterioration of NSW Rolling Stock

[rffergus@socs.uts.edu.au]

In article <7754kf$21c$1@grissom.powerup.com.au>,
  Andrew Duffin <duffin@dyson.brisnet.org.au> wrote:
> On a trip a few months ago to Sydney, I couln't help but notice the state
> of the rolling stock.
>
> CITYRAIL:
> What seems to be happening with many of the older trains is when say
> a seat is vandalized, it just gets patched up and the next day, the train
> is off again.  This is particularly noticeable on the V set interurban
> sets.  These sets are in need of replacement like the 'Red Rattlers'
> were replaced by the Tangara sets as some are getting on to 15 years old.

Aaaarghhhh! Don't even suggest that. The V-sets are IMHO the nicest trains we
have in this state, even if the interiors are a little tatty, the toilets
smelly, and the air conditioning sometimes bodgy. They are very comfortable,
usually ride like a dream, and I find them an absolute pleasure on a long-ish
journey. Off with the heads of anyone who plans such mischief for these
marvellous trains ;-)

>
> Hope this helps
>
> Andrew Duffin
>

Rob

Sydney (Australia)

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