The QRS was contacted during 2008 by a contractor based in Newcastle on Tyne to see if we could assist in the repair and overhaul of 3 diesel shunting locomotives. We have been keen to develop this aspect of our business for some time and this appeared to be an ideal way to "dip our toe in the water".

We have already carried out a small amount of work for this contractor, and they have been happy with the work carried out.

Following much discussion with the contractor, the first locomotive has been delivered to Quainton. This locomotive has run a hot box on the front axle, which we are to remove and affect repair as required. There are other minor tasks that are required and these were outlined in a meeting held before Christmas.

Notes:
The text in this Quainton Railway Society publication was written in 2009 and so does not reflect events in the 10+ years since publication. The text and photographs are repeated verbatim from the original publication, with only a few minor grammar changes but some clarifying notes are added if deemed necessary. The photos from the original publication are provided as scans in this internet version of this long out of print publication.

Reference:
Contract repairs to diesel locomotives - Quainton News No. 101 - April 2009