Heat Wave Effects or what?

Thu 28 Apr 2011, 23:35

Well spotted! I'm surprised they are using it in fact, thought that would have to be a done deal before being put into service. On second glance the symmetry of the distortion would indicate sleeper shift rather than asymmetric rail distortion which would happen with heating....

Wed 27 Apr 2011, 09:19

Actually, the long rail sections haven't been welded together and stressed yet, but a more basic point is that the top layer of stone ballast, to hold the sleepers in place, has yet to be laid.

Tue 26 Apr 2011, 16:36

Oh dear, too long a stretch welded up without a slip joint probably - expect some night work soon I suspect...

Tue 26 Apr 2011, 13:36

It probably was the wrong kind of sunshine.

Tue 26 Apr 2011, 13:31

That's the new rollercoaster section Graham, designed to give FGW passengers a thrilling new white-knuckle travel experience!

Tue 26 Apr 2011, 10:33

The new track laid just north of Charlbury station is showing some worrying signs (see www.katiandgraham.com/images/KinkyTrack.JPG ). Looks like there may be a rough ride ahead!