Yard work at the Carriage Maintenance Depot, West Melbourne, Apr 2024

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  • Опубліковано 12 кві 2024
  • Follow the train driver as we perform yard work at the Carriage Maintenance Depot in West Melbourne. Placing and moving trains in the depot as well as chatting with the supervisor about the safety requirements in the depot. April 2024.
    #train #vline #driverseyeview #traindriversview #driversview
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  • @martythemartian99
    @martythemartian99 2 місяці тому +2

    One word: Fascinating.
    Nah, let's make it two words: Extremely Fascinating. 😁

    • @driver667
      @driver667  2 місяці тому +1

      Extremely happy you enjoyed it 😀😀👍

  • @KarlTheunissen
    @KarlTheunissen 9 днів тому +1

    Thanks for the Video
    I worked at the Carriage MD when it was first opened.
    nice to have a video of its workings now

    • @driver667
      @driver667  8 днів тому

      @@KarlTheunissen you're welcome. It's probably changed a little bit since the time you worked there. Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @billycannolo5991
    @billycannolo5991 3 місяці тому +3

    Vince seems nice :)
    Well spoken and respectful

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      He is a great person. I am happy to have him as a friend and work colleague. 👍😀

  • @vlinenclasstrains
    @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +9

    Wow!! Behind-the-scenes at V/Line How exciting!!😁

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +2

      Very happy you enjoyed it 👍 😀

  • @thomasrobinson8336
    @thomasrobinson8336 3 місяці тому +4

    See this is the stuff people Never get to see. Except here. Ty and TY to Vince as well

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      You're welcome. We are very happy you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @gregbowen617
    @gregbowen617 3 місяці тому +4

    Excellent video! A side of train travel we mere mortals seldom see! Thanks for making and posting this...

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @noelroberts8199
    @noelroberts8199 2 місяці тому +1

    This is one aspect the general public never get to see, it is really good that the maintenance staff go to such levels of expertise to insure the safety of the travelling public, great video 667......

    • @driver667
      @driver667  2 місяці тому

      Thank you. They are very professional in the work they do and take pride in their work. Without them we wouldn't have the system we have. Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @MargaretCampbell583
    @MargaretCampbell583 Місяць тому +1

    I haven’t seen this one Colin. It is very interesting

    • @driver667
      @driver667  Місяць тому

      @@MargaretCampbell583 I'm happy to hear you found it interesting. Thank you. 😀👍

  • @gregthompson3274
    @gregthompson3274 3 місяці тому +3

    Without all this behind the scenes work,there wouldn't be any trains,keep these videos comings,adds a new demision 👍

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Very happy to hear you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @roberthocking9138
    @roberthocking9138 3 місяці тому +5

    Fascinating. How the trains navigate all those points and never derail is beyond me, as are all the signals, they all looked red to me, lucky Ime not a train driver . Thanks for doing the video and the guys in the workshop 👍

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      Very happy to hear you enjoyed the video and I'm sure the guys appreciate it also. They are great people that keep our trains running. 👍😀

  • @user-iu8st8te3o
    @user-iu8st8te3o 3 місяці тому +2

    Yes pls! More of this what I’d like to see of thank you very much! 😊

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it 👍

  • @kg650ig8
    @kg650ig8 3 місяці тому +1

    After watching this video about #train maintenance, I was thoroughly impressed with the level of care and attention that goes into keeping #trains in top condition. What stood out to me was the emphasis on accountability and safety for the maintenance crew and drivers before, during, and after scheduled maintenance. This level of responsibility ensures the trains are safe and reliable for all passengers and staff. Great stuff, mate.
    I found the video informative and interesting. It provided insight into the inner workings of a vital mode of transportation. It showcased the importance of maintenance, demonstrating Vince's commitment to excellence and safety, which sets Alstom, West Melbourne Depot apart. This was just an observation. I'm sure all depots are the same across our great southern land, regardless of whether I am in South Australia, but I was born in Victoria.
    Overall, I really enjoyed this type of video. (Let's face it, I enjoy all your videos.) It is great for anyone interested in learning more about the behind-the-scenes efforts that keep our world moving forward.
    Thank you #Driver667 #traindriversview #vline #train

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      You are very welcome. The rail industry is very much professional and safely based. I am glad I was able to bring this to you and you enjoyed it 👍😀

  • @robertnorman6443
    @robertnorman6443 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video nice to see the behind the scenes wonder why there called road the different tracks 🤔

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      Road is a term commonly used to refer to tracks in yards. Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @AndrewCastlemaine
    @AndrewCastlemaine 3 місяці тому +1

    A really interesting video. Thanks so much for the behind-the-scenes look 👍

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      You're welcome. Very happy you enjoyed it 👍 😀

  • @markielinhart
    @markielinhart 3 місяці тому +1

    Fascinating stuff! Your train, your road. Love it✌️

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      Very happy to hear that you enjoyed the video 👍😀

  • @G516R700
    @G516R700 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video mate, very informative and a great behind the scenes look at the Carriage sheds

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Thank you. Very happy you enjoyed the look behind the scenes. 👍😀

  • @wezza60
    @wezza60 3 місяці тому +3

    Great video, I remember the old sheds when the Overland ran on Broad Gauge, and after arrival the consist was split in half for maintenance because it was so long, up to 18 carriage consist.

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +2

      It was certainly a big train back then. Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @Lawsonvvvvv
    @Lawsonvvvvv 3 місяці тому +1

    Big fan of your channel and your videos and I’m obsessed with metro trains Melbourne but most of all Vline, my dream is to drive a Vline train one day, your such a big inspiration for me and other people. we’ll done and keep up the great work.😊

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +2

      Thank you. Good luck with your dreams. I hope you make them come true one day. 👍😀

  • @vlinenclasstrains
    @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +3

    Wow, that low note horn on the original V/Line Vlocity Trains is so loud, they give me the biggest frights!!😆😂 10:45

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +2

      You always tell me you like the loud horns 🤣🤣👍😀

    • @vlinenclasstrains
      @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +2

      @@driver667 I do like Loud Horns, I just like Long Loud High Note Horns on the N Class Locomotives Colin.😆😆😆😂😂😂😂😂😁

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      @@vlinenclasstrains 👍😀

  • @Thetiersofmadness
    @Thetiersofmadness 3 місяці тому +2

    Interesting new video format, keep up the great work 😊

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Thank you. Very happy you enjoyed it 👍 😀

  • @colonelbobcat1069
    @colonelbobcat1069 3 місяці тому +3

    i've been inside this depot during my heavy and light rail course with the rail academy. it was awesome to get a tour around the place and meet a lot of the blokes working there including Vince, he was pretty fun.

    • @Trainspottervic
      @Trainspottervic 3 місяці тому +1

      Is that the cert 2 one?

    • @colonelbobcat1069
      @colonelbobcat1069 3 місяці тому +1

      @@Trainspottervic yeah thats the one

    • @Trainspottervic
      @Trainspottervic 3 місяці тому +1

      @@colonelbobcat1069 year 1 or 2 in currently doing 1

    • @colonelbobcat1069
      @colonelbobcat1069 3 місяці тому +2

      @@Trainspottervic year 2 i think but ive been finishd for quiet a while so i cant remember.

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +2

      Glad you enjoyed the video. They are good people. 👍 😀

  • @andrewmilici1779
    @andrewmilici1779 3 місяці тому +1

    Very cool video - thank you!

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @christopher-2000
    @christopher-2000 3 місяці тому +3

    awesome video

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @BaileyChap
    @BaileyChap 3 місяці тому +1

    I like how in the cabride we casually cross every V/Line terminal track, that must've been a minor headache for the signaller to plan!

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      It can be a headache at times for the signaller with departures and arrivals to fit through also. 🤔👍😀

  • @The_Real_DreamM
    @The_Real_DreamM 3 місяці тому +1

    Awesome video. 👍👍

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Thank you. Very happy you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @vlinenclasstrains
    @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +2

    OMG! that is amazing!!! 😁😁3:29

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it 👍 😀

  • @Darrenraitt
    @Darrenraitt 3 місяці тому +3

    Interesting video, interesting how in this day and age you are still doing some paper work 😁 what about a train start up video and drivers pre trip check 😁

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      There is still paperwork. You can never get away from it 🤣👍😀

  • @ruffordfordjeep942
    @ruffordfordjeep942 3 місяці тому +1

    👍👍

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Glad you enjoyed it 👍 😀

  • @vlinenclasstrains
    @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +3

    V/Line N451 City of Portland is still at Southern Cross Station on the Standard Gauge Siding and N451 is fitted with New Nathan P5 Horns on Each cab 1:35

  • @KenanTurkiye
    @KenanTurkiye 3 місяці тому +3

    Good interesting vid with hard working people!
    I got a vid of our train maintenance depot here, video 26 in the 2nd playlist I have about transportation for those interested.
    Have a great day you all. :)

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

    • @KenanTurkiye
      @KenanTurkiye 3 місяці тому +1

      @@driver667 Always 🤓👍

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      @@KenanTurkiye 👍😀

  • @emdB67
    @emdB67 3 місяці тому +2

    Bonus views of A 66. 😁

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      Yes, it was hiding under the bridge. 🤣👍😀

  • @Trainspottervic
    @Trainspottervic 3 місяці тому +2

    Very nice to see how things operate how long were you actually there for (hopefully there’s some coffee or biscuits awaiting u while u wait)

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      I was there for a good hour or two. They always have a hot cuppa there if you want. 🤣👍😀

  • @Comeng_
    @Comeng_ 3 місяці тому +2

    12:11 A66 can't hide!

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      It tried, but it got found out 🤣🤣👍😀

  • @vlinenclasstrains
    @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +2

    Oh it's starting to rain 🌧

  • @farquhaad3209
    @farquhaad3209 15 днів тому +1

    What's that brown building with the stars on it?

    • @driver667
      @driver667  15 днів тому

      @@farquhaad3209 that's the drivers depot. 👍😀

  • @bruceferres2879
    @bruceferres2879 3 місяці тому +2

    Are the sg vl's maintained here aswell or at a different location?

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +2

      They are maintained at South Dynon. There is no standard gauge into the carriage maintenance depot. 👍😀

  • @mihailoarsic5716
    @mihailoarsic5716 3 місяці тому +1

    👍

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Glad you enjoyed it 👍 😀

  • @cabbagepatch8947
    @cabbagepatch8947 Місяць тому +1

    Could we see the underneath of a Vlo please.

    • @driver667
      @driver667  Місяць тому

      @@cabbagepatch8947 I'll see what I can do in the future sometime. 👍😀

  • @tomcat7525
    @tomcat7525 3 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for this video, interesting to see behind the scenes. vlineclasstrains is being sarcastic? 😆 But who empties the dunny?

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      There is a truck that comes along side the train and empties the toilets. You will sometimes see it at Southern Cross. 👍😀

    • @OzElectricEcho
      @OzElectricEcho 3 місяці тому

      @@driver667and smell it 😂😂

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      @@OzElectricEcho 🤣🤣👍😀

  • @vlinenclasstrains
    @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +2

    Maintenance Depot know as the Bank Sidings

  • @vlinenclasstrains
    @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +2

    Who was filming you while you were moving VL48 at the Maintenance depot..? 5:35

  • @Connors_Trainz_Vlogs
    @Connors_Trainz_Vlogs 3 місяці тому +1

    At 11:54 the points were not set correctly, is a train allowed to just push them into the correct position?

    • @mexicanbatman666
      @mexicanbatman666 3 місяці тому +2

      yes

    • @calibre_au6183
      @calibre_au6183 3 місяці тому +2

      11:56 colorful radio!

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +3

      The points in the yard are hand throw spring loaded points which, yes we can drive through. 👍😀

    • @Connors_Trainz_Vlogs
      @Connors_Trainz_Vlogs 3 місяці тому +1

      @@driver667 thank you

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      @@Connors_Trainz_Vlogs 👍😀

  • @darylcheshire1618
    @darylcheshire1618 3 місяці тому +2

    those sprinters were delivered too early for the Kennett govt to cancel them.

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      👍😀

    • @DaleDix
      @DaleDix 3 місяці тому +1

      They're still going, good thing he didn't get to

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      @@DaleDix it's a very good thing, that's for sure 👍😀

  • @petertrevena804
    @petertrevena804 3 місяці тому

    Nice to see BTS videos on how things work🪃👍😊🙏

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Very happy you enjoyed the video 👍 😀

  • @therealsammyvee888
    @therealsammyvee888 3 місяці тому +1

    Why does the Sprinter in the video have a different sounding horn?

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      The sprinter, like the vlocity, has two horns. This was the low note horn used when you don't need a loud horn in a confined space. 👍😀

    • @therealsammyvee888
      @therealsammyvee888 3 місяці тому +1

      @@driver667 Oh ok. I've never heard that horn before, only the three-tone one used on passenger runs. Thanks.

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      @@therealsammyvee888 it doesn't get used by drivers much outside of situations like this. 👍😀

    • @therealsammyvee888
      @therealsammyvee888 3 місяці тому

      @@driver667 That's probably why I haven't heard it before then. Thanks for the info.

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      @@therealsammyvee888 no problem. 👍😀

  • @vlinenclasstrains
    @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +2

    So did you ask Vince if he can be on your video with Permission.?

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому +1

      He was quite happy to be in the video. 👍😀

    • @vlinenclasstrains
      @vlinenclasstrains 3 місяці тому +1

      @@driver667 That's good to hear

  • @Aussietrains851
    @Aussietrains851 3 місяці тому +2

    Are you a train driver

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      Yes, I am. 👍😀

    • @Aussietrains851
      @Aussietrains851 3 місяці тому +1

      @@driver667 YO THATS SO COOL

    • @driver667
      @driver667  3 місяці тому

      @@Aussietrains851 😀 it's a good job 👍😀