Re: Lets Standardise instead!

[krel4203@netconnect.com.au (Krel )]

On Sat, 13 Mar 1999 03:36:48 GMT, dbromage@fang.omni.com.au (David
Bromage) wrote:

>Maurie Daly (mauried@commslab.gov.au) wrote:
>> Closing completely the BG track is possible , but not practical for a number 
>> of reasons.
>> 1/ Too many BG platforms where there arnt SG platforms.
>
>I had some thoughts about that. Remember that you have parallel lines,
>both allowing bidirectional running. If you regauge the bg line, suitable
>crossovers will allow sg passenger trains to use the existing facilities.
>
What about slewing the now-single line onto the former BG formation
when passing these locations? 

>Places such as Benalla can then lose their poorly maintained sg platforms.
>
Benalla and Wangaratta platforms have been upgraded and Countrylinked.

Extra crossing loops at Springhurst, Euroa, Avenel and Kilmore East
would probably helps shorten some long sections. 


Cheers

Krel

Just another eccentric crank.