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  1. Well that's my first day on 323 traction and my head is just about to explode with all this bits that we have to remember on the underframe!!

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      That's why I'm on a drivers course !!

    3. big jim

      big jim

      wheels, theres one for you

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      Well Jim at Soho anything can happen so its worth checking??

  2. Decision decisions do I keep Ashbridge or get rid and start a new diesel depot layout ?

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      Its not set in any particular period I've been careful to not date it.

    3. 25901

      25901

      Something like Springs Branch, Jack of all trades over a large time span

    4. rob D2

      rob D2

      At least you have a platform to play with. I'd keep it

  3. Hmm travel pass from Northampton to New St and watching a film courtesy of free LM wifi

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    2. 46444

      46444

      Cobblers....

    3. tractionman

      tractionman

      Sure it's a good film...

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      Well as I usually look out of the window when driving the train I thought I'd be different this time lol

  4. well here goes me and little lady are on our way to Warley with the trusty rucksack wish us luck

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      No but I have a secret weapon some dirty nappies I'll use them like grenades

    3. NGT6 1315

      NGT6 1315

      I expect a special session of the UN Security Council... oO

    4. Tim V

      Tim V

      Kitchen sink?

  5. First drive over the route of my incident this afternoon I've not been over it since it happened.

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    2. CovDriver
    3. CovDriver
    4. Funtleyworks

      Funtleyworks

      Hope all went well fella! Best way is to get straight back on it!

  6. Back to work today after 7 weeks off I never thought I'd say this but I'm looking forward to it

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    2. Chris116

      Chris116

      Hope you have a good day.

    3. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      Yep back home by lunchtime can't do anything until I've had a medical now

    4. Mallard60022
  7. Not having a good day today after my incident at work I wish I could just stop having flashbacks.

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    2. Jon Fitness

      Jon Fitness

      Spoken to many drivers after incidents. All the best from a Signaller. We're all here if you need us!!

    3. CovDriver
    4. NGT6 1315

      NGT6 1315

      Whatever it was, I sympathise. Had one myself a month ago. Drop me a note if you need someone to talk to!

  8. Spur of the moment I've booked tomorrow off and its granted SWMBO mustn't find out it's a whole day of layout scenics and wiring the fiddleyard.

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    2. Andrew P

      Andrew P

      Brave, very very BRAVE!

    3. Huw Griffiths

      Huw Griffiths

      Bit late now, I think.

       

      A number of members' "other halves" are also on this site - and I'm not sure all of them are looking for ideas on how to build / wire layouts ...

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      Oh I've got Wednesday and Thursday off as well as rest days

  9. Football and the EU crepe on TV I'm going mad as I can't go in the loft now little one is in bed thankfully I'm still able to get on here instead.

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      The wife is watching the football.

       

    3. muddys-blues

      muddys-blues

      I like Crepes, what flavour are the EU ones ?

    4. Tim Dubya

      Tim Dubya

      um, you said 'EU'...

  10. Has ordered a Hornby 08 oh dear I forgot SWMBO is off work for two weeks it was nice knowing you all!!

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    2. vitalspark

      vitalspark

      Good loco..worth the extra over the Bachmann.

    3. Crisis Rail

      Crisis Rail

      Return from "weathering" usually works :)

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      Cheers guys I may just use one of these excuses.

  11. 37025 on hire to Colas for 3 months I need to get out with camera asap

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    2. CovDriver
    3. surfsup

      surfsup

      It's all go for the SRPS then, 403 has also moved down to Derby to have it's work completed at RVEL, and to go on hire to DRS.

    4. big jim

      big jim

      gonna have to get my mitts on that!

  12. Woohoo class 350 simulator training tomorrow

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      No it's a bit quiet but other than that it's exactly the same.

    3. 46444

      46444

      What is that weird noise anyway?

    4. acko22
  13. Finally its my driver manager review part 2 today here goes break a leg fingers crossed an all that.

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    2. Chris116

      Chris116

      Best of luck, hope it all goes according to plan.

       

    3. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      So far so good onto the next stage now actually shunting around the depot and coupling/uncoupling

       

    4. Peter Kazmierczak
  14. thank you to you all for the best wishes we are now married and enjoying our little honeymoon at skipwith station in a Mk2 BSO

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    2. JaymzHatstand

      JaymzHatstand

      Congratulations, and good choice of honeymoon location!

    3. Mallard60022

      Mallard60022

      Dread to think what BSO means in the wedding suite!!!!!!!!!!!

      Well done old chap.

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      BSO=brake standard open can't think of anything more appropiate really apart from this place is amazing!!

  15. Little bit annoyed that someone didnt reply to my message about a classified advert and the money was waiting too!! GGGRRRR!!

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      I don't really want to name and shame publically

    3. Horsetan

      Horsetan

      Maybe they're only on here very occasionally.

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      It's complicated but I tried to buy the first lot but was beaten by a few minutes and then he told he was putting another lot up for sale I quickly offered to buy them when it was posted but my message was ignored never mind I've just had a present from Hattons a weathered blue 128!!

       

  16. At the going down of the Sun we will remember them. RIP to all those who gave there lives for our today especially the friends that I lost in recent conflicts

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    2. MarkC

      MarkC

      We will remember them...

    3. Londontram

      Londontram

      Pte John Green dispatch rider the Signals Italy 1944

      The uncle I never knew

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      Royal signals an excellent regiment my former corps too.

  17. hmmm debating if I should sell my DCC sound fitted locos ?

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    2. Mallard60022

      Mallard60022

      Hope you have more success than I did with my lot!

    3. muddys-blues

      muddys-blues

      If you do sell them, you may get more selling the locos and the sound chips seperately.. HTH helps, Craig

    4. Mallard60022
  18. Getting really annoyed with a certain retailer!!

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      have a look in the model shop guide on the forum I don't want to step on the Mod's toes!!

    3. Nelson Jackson

      Nelson Jackson

      Pay them a visit if possible?

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      Maybe going to have a look on Tuesday

  19. well work won't let me back to work on light duties until Bupa have given the ok so that's another 6 weeks off work then!! :-(

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      I'd love to but on basic pay and my pass is only for LM,Southern and,South eastern and gat-ex !!

    3. Mallard60022

      Mallard60022

      Would LM get you to Sheffield?

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      The nearest I can get is Crewe ?

  20. While the wifey is out tonight at the Meatloaf concert what modelling project can I be getting on with ?

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    2. Mallard60022

      Mallard60022

      I'd suggest looking at some of her wardrobe mate, but beware of the high heels.......

    3. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      LOL@Mallard

      Hugh Ive just had a phonecall from SWMBO saying the show has been cancelled until next month

       

    4. Mallard60022
  21. Bombay railway on BBC4 well thats something different

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      I thought that to be honest after a while

       

    3. petethemole

      petethemole

      It is a repeat bur none the worse for that.

    4. Horsetan

      Horsetan

      It's commuting, Jim, but not as we know it...

       

  22. Can I call myself a mobile phone technician now as I've replaced my battered blackberry screen ?

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    2. Swifty11

      Swifty11

      Would say so yes

    3. Horsetan

      Horsetan

      By being supremely competent at home repair, you may just have invalidated any remaining warranty....

    4. keefer

      keefer

      digital communications service engineer!

  23. Still waiting for my rail exclusives class 47's

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      they should have been delivered back in october for my wedding anniversary thay have offered a full refund so I'm getting a bit cautious now !!

    3. Swifty11

      Swifty11

      They offer so much stuff and say that they will come soon but they never will do come on time, there class 33 project was supposed to be ready for dispatch right now but they aren't due for a long time!

    4. 43179

      43179

      Arriving soon - dont panic!

       

  24. Things are on the up the Tax woman in this case say they owe me money !!

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    2. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      I recieved 4 letters this morning and I've phoned them to confirm it all so it's official!!

    3. gwrrob

      gwrrob

      Something to spend next weekend then.

    4. CovDriver

      CovDriver

      to late already spent bloody iron packed up this morning ?

       

  25. Now has a copy of Bradshaws guide can I do a better job than Mr Portillo

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    2. Debs.

      Debs.

      Have you a pink shirt and a pair deck shoes? ;-)

    3. 46444

      46444

      Don't forget the nice line in brightly coloured blazers either!

    4. Captain Kernow

      Captain Kernow

      Green shirt and pick jacket, or reverse to have pink shirt and green jacket - either way, could this be the 'Bradshaws Uniform?!'.... not that I'm complaining, mind, I think it's a great programme!

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