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    If i wanted to build a 70mph railway on a disused line, where would i build it

    Are there any un-built on, at least 10 mile stretches of track, which have not been used as a heritage railway or a test track that would be capable of building a 70mph railway as something like a rich mans train set, and if so, where is it so I can start saving up and getting planning...
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    who drives Chiltern 67s

    Does anyone know if its a DRS driver or a Chiltern driver?
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    Chiltern Mainline problems 9/5/13

    Does anyone have any news on what is causing all the disruption on the Chiltern Mainline today, took a good while longer for me to get home today. Thanks in advance
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    Trivia: Trains with unusual stopping patterns

    Its what is says on the tin really, are there any trains in your area that you think have odd calling patterns, perhaps passing larger 'more main' stations and stopping at smaller stations and shaks? Just interested to know of examples on other lines that i might not venture onto so frequently...
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    Wolvercote Tunnel Proposal

    Anyone know why this tunnel is planned to stay single tracked despite the rest of the line being re doubled, seems so pointless creating a bottle neck when surely all that needs doing is deepening the tunnel and rework the gradients to allow for future electrification? Seems so pointless doing...
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    difference between 168/1 and 2s and 170s and 171s

    What are the main differences between the 168s and 170s and 171s, excluding the 168/0, other than couplings. Any differences in power? And if not, why the need for so many subclasses
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    Trains You Would Love To See On Your Local Line

    Doesnt have to be extreemly serious, but feel free to state a case as to why you think they should be there if you want it to be taken seriously. In my case, my local line is the Chiltern Mainline, would love to see a mix of class 222s on the express trains with the 67 loco hauled sets. (yes i...
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    125mph Chiltern Mainline - Possible?

    Currently top speeds on the line are 100mph thanks to Evergreen 3. But is there the potential to increase line speeds, to say 110/125mph in places, and in effect, create a line that can seriously compete to WCML between at London and Birmingham. I am aware high speeds will be virtually...

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