Re: 3801 hauls Tangara

["Derick Wuen" <cullend@webone.com.au>]

David Bromage wrote in message ...
>glillic@msn.com.au wrote:
>> 3801 Limited are still checking on the Y2K compliance of 3801.
>
>Have 1210 and 2706 been checked? They seemed to be okay when the date
>ticked over to 1900, but you have to be sure!
>
>Cheers
>David

I know its a picky point, but the Y2K problem is a millenium problem. Even
1210 was not around for the last time a millenium ticked over.

In any case, have you seen the hi-tech mechanical lubrication system on
1210? None of your string and cork drip feed on this baby! No doubt there's
a microprocessor or three in there ticking away.

As for 3801, with all the question marks over valve-gear reversion and new
piston software, I recommend that the machine be rebooted immediately after
the calendar ticks over. This will reduce 3801's availability to clear
Tangaras from Circular Quay on 01/01/00. Anyone who has ever had to reboot a
steamer will tell you its a lengthy process.