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HOTRAK Defect LogLink to work session date file
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ModuleDefect and/or Recommended SolutionPriorityInspected DateWho found Defect?Who will repair it?VenuePlanned Repair DateActual
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All ModulesRemove coloured duct tape that have original cart #s on themL3-Jan-2025SteveSteveOp2-8 Feb 2025
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Cart 2Need to change hinge so that the handle will lie flat on deck to make it easier to store.L11-Dec-2024StevePaulWork Session11 Dec 2024
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Cart 4Need to change hinge so that the handle will lie flat on deck to make it easier to store.L11-Dec-2024StevePaulWork Session11 Dec 202411De2024 : tried to fix it but there are problems with where the hinge is mounted. Separated handle piece from deck piece to make it take up less room in storage. Should probably just be dismantled
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ClampsNeed a grabber like Colin Churcher's for someone to go around singing "Bring out your Clamps" to pick up the clampsM5-Jan-2025Steve?Op14 Mar 2025
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Club InventoryClub asset inventory needs to be brought upto date. Has not been looked at for yearsM20-Jun-2024Paul APaul & Kim?Work SessionSummer 20256Ja2025 : Nothing done yet
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ColonnadeThere is a vehicle missing at the interchange platform. Needs to be found and reglued. In the jar?L28-May-2023Pat?OpFall 2024Steve found the vehicle in the module box and took it home.
Steve to check if this was done by Colin Churcher at Oct Op Session
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ConnaughtThe module box is 18" high with large gaps between the plexi which could allow damage to the structure. Need to shorten the end plates to make the box set only 16" highL1-Oct-2023SteveKim or work session teamOp202527Se2024 : This might be done already. Steve to check at Oct 2024 op session
30No2024 : Check at Dec 2024 work session
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Crate Cart (old Leg Cart)Needs 2 vertical supports on bottom shelf to reduce sagL22-Nov-2022SteveClub memberWork Session2024Assess on Friday night and bring repair parts on Sat and install
14Jn2024 : Steve to measure opening on shelf and then cut out pieces at home for next working session
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Crate Cart (old Leg Cart)Needs to be rebuilt to convert top leg bin into a shelf for crates. Replace top right side piece with a larger piece that is 29½ x 13 5/8" which can be made from the front piece which needs to be cut down to make the opening for the new shelfM19-May-2024SteveTBDWork SessionFall 202414Jn2024 : Paul needs to bring his Skil saw
30No2024 : good project to do at CSTM when it is empty for 2 months
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CremonaSpecial joiner track keeps getting lost. Paint it yellow and put label on backM26-Sep-2022SteveWork Session2024Once Paul builds the new joiner tracks, Steve to paint them yellow and apply label that he has already printed off
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CremonaSpecial joiner track for inside mainline is lost.H10 Feb 2023Dilip?Work Session2024Steve to look for it at Nov op session
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Dart RoomCarpet in doorway to garage has pulled up, making it very difficult to move racks into the Dart Room. Carpet needs to be secured.H5-Jan-2025Steve?Work Session2025
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DoorbellDidn't work for most people. Replaced battery but that didn't helpM2-Dec-2022StevePaul?Work SessionFall 2024Paul figures that it is a broken wire in the ceiling. Pat suggests that we replace it with a wireless battery-operated doorbell. (Tried and didn't work through walls.)
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FallowfieldAdd a crossover to bring module in line with module standard. Crossover should be opposite to ColonnadeL6-Jan-2023SteveGregg?Home2024
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GarageNeeds more lights? Maybe it is a wiring problem due to the fire?H3-Jan-2025Steve?Work Session2025
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GarryFire truck fell off moduleM25-May-2024Pat?Work SessionFall 2024
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Gray Control CentreIncrease the size of the removeable deck. Current top piece of wood is 20x34x 5/8". Need to replace that piece of wood with one that is 23½ x 34.75 x 5/8"M26-Sep-2024SteveWork SessionFeb-Mar 202530No2024 : good project to do at CSTM when it is empty for 2 months
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HawthorneSW31 dead, stuck L. Route and turnout control both unresponsiveH2-Mar-2025KeiraPaul AWork Session
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HOTRAK ident stencilNeed a stencil that says HOTRAK which can be used to with spray paint to put HOTRAK name on items such as tables, etcLPaul AMark MHomeFall 202428Se2024 : Steve sent a note to Mark M asking for a stencil to be later cut and we will use a small wire to hold the tiny little pieces of the O, R and A in place.
23No2024 : Mark to make another stencil that is either made of much thinner material and/or has thicker lettering
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Jackfish BayStorage box. When lifting box onto the cart in the storeroom at March ops session, mountain fell out (4' drop) and was damaged. Need to secure the lid to the box so that it stays shut when lifting it so that the mountain doesn't get damaged and so that the lifter doesn't get hurtM19-Mar-2023Steve?Work SessionFall 2024Between velcro, tie wraps and posssibly duct tape, a solution could be found
2025Ja20 : Lid reparried and tightened. Still not fastened securely
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Jackfish BayNeeds a removable 6" end piece so that tis can be Free-mo compliant to use at shows/meets in the USAH31-Oct-2024SteveSteveHomeNeeded for Springfield in late Jan 20252024Oc31 : Steve to cut out 2x 6"x24"x3/4" boards and then use forstner bit to make indnts. Steve already has inserts from Paul
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Jackfish BayXtrackCad drawing is likely not accurate and module is likely not 90°. Need to remeasure it.1-Apr-2025SteveOp10 Apr 2025
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JGRC BridgeNon-standard Loconet connection. Female & male connectors are reversedM24-Nov-2023Mark CPaul AWork SessionDec work session26Se2024 : Paul inspected it. Someone just needs to remove the staples that holds the wiring harnass in place and then switch the harnass end for end and restaple it back into place
31Oc2024 : Solution is more complicated than originall thought so Paul took JGRC home after 31 Oct 2024 work session to fix it
26No2024 : Paul took it home but made a small error. Loconet needs to be reversed on one end only. Just need to remove staples, switch ends and replace staples
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LayoutRails need cleaning and scenery needs dusting across the layoutM28-May-2023Colin C?Work Session2024Ask Colin C if he knows of a good vacuum to use for dusting
Use Mineral Spirits rather tha alcohol (Paul to bring his bottle)
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LegsTakes too long to screw leg into gusset. Cut the leg bolt down to only 3/4" to reduce time required to screw in/out the legM14-Jun-2024SteveSteve ?Work SessionFall 202414Jn2024 : Check to see if you can turn the bolt down into the leg more. Make a jig to ensure that they are all cut the same length
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LegsNeed more legs. At least 8M2-Feb-2025Mark MMark MHome11 Apr 2025
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M&ODamaged wye trackM27-May-2022?TBDHomeFall 2024Alignment pins installed on 4 Nov. Track was improved but it really needs to be pulled up and relaid. Someone needs to take it home to fix it. SA asked Paul on 9 Au if he has someone in mind.
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M&OStation platform broken. Needs a whole new platform, not just repairs to existing platformL2-Dec-2022George?Home202414Jn2024 : Paul to take it home after 17Jn work session
30No2024 : good project to do at CSTM when it is empty for 2 months
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M&OOutside loconet jack has one contact not workingL14 Oct 2023Pat?Home202414Jn2024 : Paul to take it home after 17Jn work session
30No2024 : good project to do at CSTM when it is empty for 2 months
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Module CabinetsNeed to finish making cabinets to store remaining modulesMHome
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MP FoodsDock 3 building too close to tracks so rolling stock and locos scrape on wall for cars longer than 40'M26 May 2024JoshWork SessionFall 2024Remove ½cm from building & re-attach facade?
14Jn2024 : Advise Jim to only route 40' cars to this door
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Ottawa R BridgeLoconet plug - not all wires are workingM14 Oct 2023Pat?Work SessionFall 202414Jn2024 : Paul to inspect over the summer. Also need to confirm that it is the plug on the side of the module that needs attention
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PlexiglassCar cards holders hanging on Plexiglass block view of trainsL15-Mar-2025SteveWork Session2025
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Rack - YardNeeds to be cut down to make the rack 1/8-¼1" narrowerM30-Dec-2023SteveSteveWork SessionDec work session25Se2024 : SA to to confirm that the modules don't go all the way to the opening of the rack
30De2024 : SA still needs to cut down the centre pieces of wood
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Rack - YardAdd a small strip of wood or styrene (1/8"?) at bottom on shelves with module that have pins and to prevent the platform canopy from hitting end of shelf and getting damaged.M31 Oct 2024Paul A?OpDec work session
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RadioDoes not power on despite good batteryL3 Jan 2025TimPat ?Work Session9 Feb 2025
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Rolling StockAdd resistors to one axle on each club rolling stock to ensure that trains are detected for signalsL22 Oct 2024SteveSteveHomeDec work session30No2024 : Steve to take a box of rolling stock home to work on over the Christmas holidays
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St Lawrence R BridgeLoconet faceplate at A end problematic. Cord plug won't lock into faceplate. It works but doesn't work well. Needs to be replaced at some point.L19 Oct 2023PatTBDWork SessionDec work sessionJohn Scollick's plate might be good solution here
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Stillwater / Rock CutEnd plates need to be wedge shaped at both ends so that boxed set can stand on end and have items placed on themL24 Apr 2022SteveTBDHome2024Steve, Mark C and Doug created a paper template to show what the wedge piece needs to look like. At Nov op session, Steve to take picture of the "wedge end plates" of Bells Corners and Jackfish to use as ideas for solving the problem
14Jn2024 : will likely abandon this task once a rack is built for the modules
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Store RoomNeed to do something to prevent the heavy metal dispatch board from falling over and hurting someone againL15-Sep-2023Steve AWork SessionFall 2024
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TablesWhen looking at the table, there is no indication on top or sides that it belongs to HOTRAK. We ended up putting one of St Anthony's tables into the store room. Needs something applied to the sides of the table.M26-Nov-2023Mark M?Op202414Jn2024 : once a HOTRAK identification stencil has been built, then this can be done
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TurntableThere is a loose electrical cover on the turntable itself that is derailing carsM24-Feb-2025Pat?Op2025
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Three BridgesProblems with Arduino controlling switch machines so we still don't have remote control of switchesM4-Nov-2022Paul APaul AHome2024This needs to wait until the new Wye is operational. Once operational, 3 Bridges can be taken out of service to work on it
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ValleyfieldNeeds two more spare custom legs that are shorter than the yellow onesM1-Feb-2025SteveMark MHomeApr 2025
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ValleyfieldSuperstructures on bridges are too low for double stacksH22-Feb-2025SteveTBDWork Session2025
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ValleyfieldNeed UP5s to be installedM22-Feb-2025SteveAndasonWork Session3-Mar-2025
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VestaSeveral scenic elements are damaged or missing. Whole module needs an upgrade. Might want to consider changing the concept of the west end flooded foundation.L28-May-2023Pat?Work Session202414Jn2024 : Pat cleaned up the water
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VestaGrade crossing road too high. Track directly south of grade crossing terrain too highM26-May-2024Andason?Work SessionFeb-Mar 202530No2024 : good project for Museum
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VestaWiring falling off bottom of modules needs rewiring or at least to be secured properlyM14-Jun-2024PatWork SessionDec work session25Se2024 : Paul to look at it at Oct 2024 work session to determine if we do it at Oct work session or at least come up with plan
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WelshFor end plate bolts, replace 5/16" bolts with Ikea boltsL8-Aug-2022Paul ATBDWork Session2026Only do this if we can find more Ikea bolts
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WelshWiring broken and loose on modules. Order of modules was corrected when guide pins were installed, some connections between modules no longer connect.L4-Dec-2022Bob VanasseTBDHomeFall 202414Jn2024 : need to inspect this at work session. Might need to be rewired in its entirety
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WelshBolts have been replaced by clamps ? Need to either replace bolts or rewrite instructionsM3-Jan-2025David and James E?Work Session2025
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WelshNeeds AC power to activate lights & animationM19-Feb-2025PatPaul A?Work Session4 Mar 2025Pat didn't want to try to fix it due to too many broken wires. Needs a power adaptor into an outlet
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WelshGaps at joiner tracks are 3/8". Need to cut rail to fit into gapsH7-Mar-2025Peter J?Work Session2025
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White RiverLast inch of rail looks like it could be code 100 instead of code 83. Might need to relay the track across the moduleM15-Mar-2025Brandon?Work SessionSpring 2025Paul & Steve to inspect it.
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WyecliffeStation platform broken. The wheelchair ramp is no longer attachedL19-Mar-2023DavidDavidOpFeb-Mar 202530No2024 : good project for Museum
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WyecliffeRail gap is too large (3 1/8") possibly due to wood at end of module not being flatM24-Nov-2023James T?Work SessionFall 202414Jn2024 : Paul or Steve to inspect it to confirm the problem
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WyecliffeNeed a signal at North end to show orientation of turnoutsL4-Jan-2024?SteveHomeFeb-Mar 202525Se2024 : Red/Green LEDs to be installed on module frame that faces the north side.
30No2024 : good project for Museum
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WyecliffeTurnouts should be motorized because operators can't reach themL14-Jun-2024?TBDHomeSummer 202530No2024 : Module should go home with someone to work on.
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Member-owned modules ↓
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Alberts' AbyssEpoxy magnet back into leg socketM21-Apr-2024SteveSteveAt HomeFall 2024
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Alberts' AbyssResecure scenery at end of moduleH15-Jun-2024SteveSteveAt HomeFall 2024
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Alberts' AbyssNeeds new power pig tails. Steve stole the ones that were on it to put onto Lancaster and Petawawa for BrandonH28-Mar-2025SteveSteveAt Home22 May 2025
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Bennett's BluffLengthen Loconet cablesM22-Mar-2024SteveSteveAt HomeSpring 2024
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Bennett's BluffThe rails at one end may not be flat and level. They might be turned up at the endH15-Mar-2025SteveSteveAt HomeMay 2025
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Bennett's BluffNeeds new power pig tails. Steve stole the ones that were on it to put onto Lancaster and Petawawa for BrandonH28-Mar-2025SteveSteveAt Home22 May 2025
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Kettle Valley (Was Cadillac Ranch)Legs are currently Free-mo height (50±1") so need to be modified to work at HOTRAK height (45±2")L30-Oct-2023SteveGeorgeAt HomeWinter 202428Se2024 : Steve sent a note to George asking for an update
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Chalk RiverModule name signs hand written on duct tapeH3-Jan-2025SteveDavid J ?At Home9 Feb 2025
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City BakeryJoiners won't slide under railsM2-Dec-2022SteveMark MAt Home5 Jan 202328Se2024 : Steve sent a note to Mark asking for an update
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City BakeryElectrical problems at March 2023 op session. None of the turnouts would operateM18-Mar-2023Mark MMark MAt Home21 Apr 202328Se2024 : Steve sent a note to Mark asking for an update
28 Jan 2025: When this happens, you need to unplug power to the switch-it 8 module and plug it back in. Problem is random.
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CornwallDamaged significantly during takedown. Needs to be accessed and repaired.M24-Apr-2022PatPatAt HomeSpring 202428Se2024 : Steve sent a note to Pat asking for an update
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DanforthLegs do not have elevator boltsM3 Jun 2022StevePerry & MarkMAt HomeTBDN/A for club work session. build his own or buy from club module program
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DebeaujeuElevator bolts on legs are ½" rather than 9/16". Consider changing themL31-May-2024SteveMark MAt HomeTBD
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GrantonPoints on turnout 214 not making full contact w stock railA8-Jan-2023ConnorMark MAt Home9 Feb 202524-Feb-2025528Se2024 : Steve sent a note to Mark asking for an update
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GrantonBent rail for track between modules constantly derailingH9-Feb-2025KeiraMark MAt Home15 Feb 2025
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LancasterModule name signs hand written on duct tapeH3-Jan-2025SteveDavid J ?At Home9 Feb 2025
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MimchuckNon-standard rail gapsM3-Jan-2025SteveSteveAt Home2025
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MimchuckRailjoiners can't slide under rail on moduleM3-Jan-2025SteveSteveAt Home2025
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MP 115Signal mast damaged in transit. Need a carrying caseH24-May-2024SteveSteveAt Home28 Jun 2024
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MP 115Ski jump at Bennett's Bluff endM24-Feb-2025PatSteveAt Hometbd
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MP 224Signal facing Jackfish not workingH3-Feb-2025SteveSteveAt Home23 Feb 2025
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NTC JunctionNon-standard Loconet connectionM24-Nov-2023Mark CGeorgeAt Home4 Jan 202328Se2024 : Steve sent a note to George asking for an update
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Prairie GrainCheck remote open/closed confirm w realityH17-Sep-2023Mark MMark MAt HomeFall 202328Se2024 : Steve sent a note to Mark asking for an update
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Prairie Grain1 loconet wire broken between jack and end of moduleH4-Jan-2024Mark MMark MAt Home202428Se2024 : Steve sent a note to Mark asking for an update
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SarniaFront mainline @ left end of module is lifting - needs to be glued downH4-Jan-2024Mark CDickAt Home202428Se2024 : Steve sent a note to Dick asking for an update
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Spanish RiverEnd of rails may be more than 3" back from end of module but problem might be warped ends of modules. Jeff to investigate further. H20-Oct-2024JeffJeffAt Home2024
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St Anthony's YardLocos shorting whenever they roll over most turnouts in the yardH16-Mar-2024Several peopleJeffAt Home2024
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Wolf CreekEnd of rails may be more than 3" back from end of module but problem might be warped ends of modules. Jeff to investigate further. H20-Oct-2024JeffJeffAt Home2024
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York RiverTurnout derails if taking turnout or going on mainlineM24-Nov-2023Mark CPaul AAt Home2024Paul to inspect turnouts on York R @ March op session
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Alberts' AbyssPower wire missing at one end of moduleF3-Dec-2021SteveSteve3-Dec-20213-Dec-2021
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AlgonquinLegs do not have elevator boltsF3 Jun 2022StevePerry & MarkMHome202311-Mar-2023
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AlgonquinRails are too close to west end of module. Needs to be cut back by a few mmF27-May-2022SteveBrandon & Jim16-Sep-20228-Sep-2022
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AlgonquinEnd of rail at west end won't allow joiners to slide under railF27-May-2022?Brandon & Jim16-Sep-20228-Sep-2022
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AlgonquinThe module joint between the West section and Centre Section, tracks don't align, causing derailments. Observed at ArnpriorF1 Jun 2022PatBrandon16-Sep-20228-Sep-2022Problem occured at Arnprior because the alignment pins were missing. This shouldn't be a problem going forward