Railways

[Vacumatic]

Variation on a theme. I photographed these Pacer railbuses in York, also approximately 35 years ago. Since we were on the subject of Leyland in the other thread: these vehicles were created basically by putting a Leyland bus body on a railway chassis. In this way, it was possible to produce trains for more local services relative economically. They seem to have served their purpose adequately. They stayed in service longer than planned.

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I remember these locos very clearly, small commuter trains from York stopping at every station on their journey, perfect for there intended purpose. Never went anywhere in a hurry but always reliable.

 

[Vacumatic]

I remember these locos very clearly, small commuter trains from York stopping at every station on their journey, perfect for there intended purpose. Never went anywhere in a hurry but always reliable.

I have an odd memory that makes me think they had a manual gearbox. The train used to set off, the revs built, there would be a long and silent pause of perhaps 2-4 seconds, the train would then pick up speed again.

 

[Vacumatic]

Meant for children but perhaps they could be persuaded otherwise.

 

[The Count of Merkur Cristo]

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Meant for children but perhaps they could be persuaded otherwise.

Vacumatic:
...I would have 'loved' this bed as a child!

"Early to bed and early to rise makes a [person] healthy, wealthy and wise". Benjamin Franklin

 

[Vacumatic]

Vacumatic:
...I would have 'loved' this bed as a child! View attachment 1957819

"Early to bed and early to rise makes a [person] healthy, wealthy and wise". Benjamin Franklin

I don't know if it was home made or store bought but I can imagine the huge pride of making this beautifully crafted piece of work.

The bath in the boat would be just as good.