On Thursday, 24 May 2018 11:11:56 UTC+10, Matthew Geier wrote:
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> The bogies probably are not correct - Seem to recall them being supplied

> bogies that had been in a fire and thus metallurgically unsuitable for

> reuse in a trafficable tram. I can't remember if they were Sydney or

> Melbourne. However they were shot-blasted and painted suitable colours,

> so while they may never be able to run, might not be the right type,

> they look good.

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> I've since been informed they are the proper Sydney No 12 bogies. The

bogies had been used as 'shop' bogies at a factory in Castle Hill and had
modifications done to the wheels and other bits welded to them when used as
such. The STM purchased the pair many many years ago.

Then they were in the old site fire, which got hot enough that
metallurgical damage would have occurred. (The crystal structure of the
steel would have changed). This means it's doubtful they could ever have
been repaired and used under a trafficable tram.

They were then sold to Warringah Council for the 1753 project and were
fully cosmetically restored before going under the tram.

From what I've seen in photos, it will talk a critical eye to spot
'problems' with the restoration.