The WDLR extension

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Re: The WDLR extension

Post by steamgeorge » Wed Sep 23, 2026 7:41 pm

Thank you all - I will keep the updates coming.

I find driving the live steam locos is easier on a consistent gradient than the flat. It stops the Loco from running away going up and its difficult to stall the loco coming back down.
ge_rik wrote: Tue Sep 22, 2026 8:21 am Spectacular progress. You've done really well keep that gradient consistent.


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The only way I could get a consistent gradient is with these adjustable spirit levels. They are Stanley ones if you're wondering.
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Re: The WDLR extension

Post by drewzero1 » Tue Oct 13, 2026 10:23 am

Hey, wait a minute, having good tools and knowing how to use them effectively isn't cheating. It's that other C word... Craftsmanship! Nice work!

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Re: The WDLR extension

Post by ge_rik » Tue Oct 13, 2026 11:22 am

drewzero1 wrote: Tue Oct 13, 2026 10:23 am Hey, wait a minute, having good tools and knowing how to use them effectively isn't cheating. It's that other C word... Craftsmanship! Nice work!
Or cleverness!

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Re: The WDLR extension

Post by Cadpete » Sun Oct 18, 2026 12:19 am

Truely a labour of love. Great civil engineering for a great extension.

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