I filmed them leaving Moorfields earlier, took some pics but they are too big to upload here, 016 was the last one I needed to see! Finally got it last October, seen it every time since!!
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That will be the noisy track in Dingle Tunnel rather than 016's rheostatic, which is not functional. I don't know what it is that causes the noise, but presumably it is to do with improving grip amidst leafy sections of the network. It is very evident between the approach to Brunswick and Aigburth, as well as around Maghull on the Ormskirk line.
I do agree 016's motors in 64382 are rather nice, but they don't quite compare with 018.
cjbirkett
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Another scrap run attempt this sunday/Monday
INBOUND SUNDAY https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:R11596/2024-04-28/detailed
OUTBOUND MONDAY https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:K05887/2024-04-29/detailed
INBOUND SUNDAY https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:R11596/2024-04-28/detailed
OUTBOUND MONDAY https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:K05887/2024-04-29/detailed
Class777
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507001 is currently operating 2U11 to Hunts Cross and will also operate 2S14 back to Southport for anyone interested.
507023 + 507033 is also on the Southport to Hunts Cross and has just arrived at Southport from 2S12. Will be doing 2U18 back to HNX.
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A new six-car has joined the Southport line party in 507003 and 007, which formed the 12.42 Southport- Hunts X. Due to delays en route, the pair ran fast from Central to South Parkway which was a treat.
There was some sort of fault apparent as the saloon lights on 003 were off on arrival at Central and a Stadler engineer complete with laptop was also on board. On the way back the rheostatic from 007 sounds brilliant; this unit is my current favourite. 003 also seems to be running much better in recent days and is kicking up a fair speed here.
507001 and 015 are still out, currently half an hour behind on the 13.12 Southport - Hunts X and 14.21 return.
There was some sort of fault apparent as the saloon lights on 003 were off on arrival at Central and a Stadler engineer complete with laptop was also on board. On the way back the rheostatic from 007 sounds brilliant; this unit is my current favourite. 003 also seems to be running much better in recent days and is kicking up a fair speed here.
507001 and 015 are still out, currently half an hour behind on the 13.12 Southport - Hunts X and 14.21 return.
Onboard 015 Right now, Motors sound Brilliant
Also what happened to 016? I seen it go into the carriage sidings earlier this morning
MR-507508
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Should be back out (with 017) to work 2U40 1527 Southport to Hunts Cross
507003 & 507007 replaced 507023 & 507033 earlier this afternoon, with 023 & 033 heading to Birkenhead North depot.
Could 2S22 have been 033's final passenger working, I am led to believe it's due to be withdrawn next (along with 028 which may have already finished earlier this week).
507003 and 007 have been switched around at Southport with 007 now at the 'Port end. The two arrived in platform 1, were split, then ran in turn into platform 2 where they were re-coupled. Clearly some sort of testing was taking place with this set, with bells being rung at various points instructing the driver to shut off power or brake.
In fact, it took so long to rearrange these units, the 15.12 is now 'semi-fast' to Sandhills. Two fast runs in one day - fantastic!
Still unmoved at Southport is 507011, whilst 507016 and 017 are in platform 3 to form the 15.27 as mentioned.
Edit: A 507 has appeared on the Wirral Line: 507010 on the 17.38 New Brighton - Liverpool - New Brighton circuit. This set should be out into the night on late duties.
In fact, it took so long to rearrange these units, the 15.12 is now 'semi-fast' to Sandhills. Two fast runs in one day - fantastic!
Still unmoved at Southport is 507011, whilst 507016 and 017 are in platform 3 to form the 15.27 as mentioned.
Edit: A 507 has appeared on the Wirral Line: 507010 on the 17.38 New Brighton - Liverpool - New Brighton circuit. This set should be out into the night on late duties.
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The bells will almost certainly have been caused by a coupler fault and is a relatively recent problem with the 50X fleet, which explains them being remarshalled at Southport. Instructing the driver when to take power or brake would never be done using bell codes.
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Any news for today?
MR-507508
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I believe there are no 507s out today on the network, all 777s (for now anyway). The first time this has occurred.
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Shame, thanks!
Class777
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Another set has now joined the Southport line. 001 and other is heading to HNX currently. I’m currently on 007 (and 003 I believe but tbc) to SOP. Amazing sounds from 007.
CallmeDave
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Class 507 workings.
Hi all . Have had a look over the past weeks and on Mon to Fri, the below three diagrams produce 6 car 507 regularly. (Exceptions can apply on the day)
From Southport
1: 0742 1012 1242 1512 1742 2012
2: 0757 1527 1757 2027 2253
3: 0537 0812 1042 1312 1542 1812 2042 2257
From Hunts Cross
1: 0621 0851 1121 1351 1621 1851 2121
2: 0636 0906 1636 1906 2136
3: 0651 0921 1151 1421 1651 1921 2151
Sorry unsure of Saturday.
Hope this helps.
Hi all . Have had a look over the past weeks and on Mon to Fri, the below three diagrams produce 6 car 507 regularly. (Exceptions can apply on the day)
From Southport
1: 0742 1012 1242 1512 1742 2012
2: 0757 1527 1757 2027 2253
3: 0537 0812 1042 1312 1542 1812 2042 2257
From Hunts Cross
1: 0621 0851 1121 1351 1621 1851 2121
2: 0636 0906 1636 1906 2136
3: 0651 0921 1151 1421 1651 1921 2151
Sorry unsure of Saturday.
Hope this helps.
I think 507003 and 007 were together from the start of service today, so just a system error. Maybe related to their re-marshalling at Southport on Saturday afternoon?
507010 was out on the morning portion of its New Brighton line duty, but reportedly it was replaced by a 777 for the afternoon runs and retired to the sidings at New B.
The scrap move with 507014 and 021 took place as planned today, with 028 and 033 already withdrawn awaiting the next one.
507010 was out on the morning portion of its New Brighton line duty, but reportedly it was replaced by a 777 for the afternoon runs and retired to the sidings at New B.
The scrap move with 507014 and 021 took place as planned today, with 028 and 033 already withdrawn awaiting the next one.
MR-507508
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A cracking video of 507014 & 507021 departing from the network today for scrap - never seen the move from this angle before.
crazytrainman
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Any dates and times for the Farewell tour yet?
CallmeDave
Member
As per above
Diagram 1 is 007 003
Diagram 2 is 015 018
Diagram 3 is 016 017
Provisional date is Sunday 28th July 2024 but any prospective punters are strongly advised NOT to book any non-refundable / non cancelation accommodation (that is also assuming that the Class 507's remain in traffic too to operate on the date as not guaranteed).
CallmeDave
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This PMs workings after swaps and shifting 507007 and 003 to depot.
So as per earlier post for "usual workings"
Diagram 1 015 018
Diagram 2 010 029
Diagram 3 016 017
So as per earlier post for "usual workings"
Diagram 1 015 018
Diagram 2 010 029
Diagram 3 016 017
Thanks for the updates, Dave. Great to see 018 back and I assume 001 is now finally on the lathe at Kirkdale to mend the wheel flat it has had since last October.
CallmeDave
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Hi prod pep. Not sure of 001. Let's hope so. Think 007 is over due an A exam ? Perhaps the reason for the unit swap earlier today.
Today 016 017 are on the workings that lay over Southport from appx 10 to 1500.
015 018 are on the diagram that includes 1042 ex Southport.
Do not know the other one.
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No changes to the Southport line pairings today with 010+029 (12.42 off Southport) and 015+018 (13.12), plus 016+017 set to go out shortly with the 15.27.
Meanwhile, 507003 is back covering errant 777s (777022 by the looks). It has just entered traffic with the 15.05 Hamilton Square - Chester; a day board so just short stint today. A real stroke of luck checking Traksy when I did to bag an impromptu ride!
Meanwhile, 507003 is back covering errant 777s (777022 by the looks). It has just entered traffic with the 15.05 Hamilton Square - Chester; a day board so just short stint today. A real stroke of luck checking Traksy when I did to bag an impromptu ride!
cjbirkett
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Thanks for the info, I am in town tomorrow hoping that 018 will still be out as it sounded superb last time I got a ride
There's apparently a points failure at Bootle this afternoon that has affected some services but think it's recovering now
Good luck. 018 sounded superb again today with the rheostatic switched on - what a din! Carriage 64384 is the one to go for with this set.
crazytrainman
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Is 011 still stabled?