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« Reply #15 on: September 12, 2026, 08:37:31 » |
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With torches from a previous era, a question is: 'Can I replace the bulb in this with a quality LED'? If the answer is 'Yes', this is rewarding (and even more so if a warm white LED is available, but perhaps that's just me.)
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« Reply #16 on: September 12, 2026, 11:46:05 » |
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That was my thoughts, what do we use D cells for now?
OS▸ in post CFN▸ .
D cells are less used than in years gone by, but have the merit of costing about twice as much as AA cells but giving from 6 to 10 times the capacity. Mainly used in larger torches and lanterns. Four D cells in a torch with a 700 ma bulb will run for about 12 hours, with AA cells under 2 hours. D cells can also be used, with an adaptor, in railway type Bardic lamps, now that the correct AD 28 batteries are extinct. Could these batteries have the potential to be repurposed to provide heating for underwear in exceptionally cold conditions (be it short or long?) |
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« Reply #17 on: September 12, 2026, 12:37:07 » |
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With torches from a previous era, a question is: 'Can I replace the bulb in this with a quality LED'? If the answer is 'Yes', this is rewarding (and even more so if a warm white LED is available, but perhaps that's just me.)
LEDs can be retrofitted to almost any torch. LED bulbs are available in both prefocus (pr 13.5) and miniature screw in (e 10) standard types are suitable for one cell to six cells. Specials are available for up to 30 volts, for lights that use cordless tool batteries, and for lights on electric cycles or mobility scooters. Most are cool white, but warm white can be found. |
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A proper intercity train has a minimum of 8 coaches, gangwayed throughout, with first at one end, and a full sized buffet car between first and standard.
It has space for cycles, surfboards,luggage etc.
A 5 car DMU▸ is not a proper inter-city train. The 5+5 and 9 car DMUs are almost as bad.
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« Reply #18 on: September 12, 2026, 20:20:07 » |
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I used to have a very large 'Maglight' metal torch, which took at least three, possibly four, D cell batteries. It was like lugging around a piece of scaffolding pole.  Thank you for reminding me. We still have a large Maglite in the cupboard. Tried it a minute ago, and still lights up, but not used it for years! I would urge examining the batteries, and replacing them if leaking, or date expired. Buy replacement batteries and store these in the packs, NOT in the torch. |
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A proper intercity train has a minimum of 8 coaches, gangwayed throughout, with first at one end, and a full sized buffet car between first and standard.
It has space for cycles, surfboards,luggage etc.
A 5 car DMU▸ is not a proper inter-city train. The 5+5 and 9 car DMUs are almost as bad.
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« Reply #19 on: September 12, 2026, 20:32:57 » |
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In my cupboard under the stairs I have a supply of candles, matches, two rechargeable torches, a power pack to charge a mobile phone and 24 bottles of Fullers beer.
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« Reply #20 on: September 13, 2026, 00:46:29 » |
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Re: Torches. I have done an audit and found that, while I no longer have that huge Maglite one, I do have at least two torches down in the garage and at least five here in the study. There is also a plentiful supply of batteries for them. The only items I seem to have overlooked are bottles of Fullers beer: I shall rectify that later today. CfN▸ .  |
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William Huskisson MP▸ was the first person to be killed by a train while crossing the tracks, in 1830. Many more have died in the same way since then. Don't take a chance: Stop, Look, Listen.
"Level crossings are safe, unless they are used in an unsafe manner." Discuss.
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« Reply #21 on: September 13, 2026, 10:48:25 » |
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The only items I seem to have overlooked are bottles of Fullers beer: I shall rectify that later today.
A great feature of London Pride is that it can be consumed in the dark. |
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« Reply #22 on: September 13, 2026, 13:14:40 » |
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The only items I seem to have overlooked are bottles of Fullers beer: I shall rectify that later today.
A great feature of London Pride is that it can be consumed in the dark. .......after having lit a candle and checked you haven't mistakenly picked up Greene King IPA of course! |
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« Reply #23 on: September 13, 2026, 14:24:27 » |
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In my case it’s Fullers Golden Pride.
Down to 23 bottles now.
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« Reply #24 on: September 13, 2026, 21:26:31 » |
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A proper intercity train has a minimum of 8 coaches, gangwayed throughout, with first at one end, and a full sized buffet car between first and standard.
It has space for cycles, surfboards,luggage etc.
A 5 car DMU▸ is not a proper inter-city train. The 5+5 and 9 car DMUs are almost as bad.
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« Reply #25 on: September 13, 2026, 21:59:17 » |
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There's no use in having a good supply of candles if you've got no matches to light them with. I tested my box of Swan Vestas this morning and they all worked!
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« Reply #26 on: September 13, 2026, 23:43:59 » |
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There's no use in having a good supply of candles if you've got no matches to light them with. I tested my box of Swan Vestas this morning and they all worked!
There is always a flint, steel, and tinderbox. Very tedious but it does work and has the advantage that an almost unlimited number of candles may be lit, without needing any resupply. |
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A proper intercity train has a minimum of 8 coaches, gangwayed throughout, with first at one end, and a full sized buffet car between first and standard.
It has space for cycles, surfboards,luggage etc.
A 5 car DMU▸ is not a proper inter-city train. The 5+5 and 9 car DMUs are almost as bad.
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« Reply #27 on: September 14, 2026, 16:19:33 » |
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Police special constables were not allowed to carry truncheons. But they were allowed to bring their own 6-cell Maglite. I believe the impact would be similar.
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« Reply #28 on: September 14, 2026, 18:35:33 » |
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6-cell Mag lights have many uses and are much easier to carry/conceal than the good old bardic lamp,never without mine in the car.
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« Reply #29 on: September 14, 2026, 19:04:48 » |
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There is always a flint, steel, and tinderbox. Very tedious but it does work and has the advantage that an almost unlimited number of candles may be lit, without needing any resupply.
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