Like seeing an old family car again. I rode those exact numbered trains from birth in late 60s to 1990. (I was always a transit geek and remembered the numbers I rode on.)
There aren't a lot of people who could say they saw their old family car running almost 35 years after they sold it. You're lucky to have those memories!
I remember riding the Gloucester cars in the late 1980’s on the Yonge-University line. Loved to open the windows just before they started going onto the bottom of the loop (near King St Station) southbound to Union Station. The sound of squealing metal on metal, followed by the shuddering as the train exited the curve and then hard braked was memorable. And those standee stanchions were pretty heavy duty compared to the flimsy ones that came later.
This is the first time I've heard the G-Series sounds. HCRY is hands down the best museum in Ontario and they take great pride and joy in their collection. I'd love to see both the G and M series subway cars fully restored and operational.
And I can always remember if you’re waiting for a subway train and it was one coming the other way you could always hear those compressors pumping away for air pressure when you watch the video specially up close when those cars are passing by wha they were very unique piece of machinery they were there’s so much to them below where the passengers stand up in the train and yes, after 18 years, you know what that’s considered good they were built wellnot the way they built junk today. When my dad worked at the TTC from 1941 to 1984 when those trains came into power, they’re quite a unique piece of engineering. Very unique. I’ve got a small pocket book that tells you how to operate them. Incredible book. I’ve got a small manual. I’m so happy to see them out and aboutnow we need to get the Montrealers out
They do mostly streetcar tours, but do use some of the subway cars on occasion. The subway cars have had to be retro-fitted to use a pole for the overhead electricity.
These have been on static display since the 90s. And are the only subway cars that have that have been fitted with trolly poles to run on the line. This will likely not happen again for a very long time
I always had a question when I wrote those when that’s all they were on the line when they pulled away they always had that sudden jolt when they pulled away and you’d hear this clicking noise while they’re pulling away what was that? I know they were quite a heavy train too, but the next generation subway cars when they pulled away it wasn’t an abrupt start. It was like a very gentle start. Does anyone know why that was like that and what was the clicking noise heard when they pulled away now i hope no one‘s offended I think those red cars are the greatest cars in the world, and the TTC should’ve kept a few of them for a heritage run through the subway
I remember these when I was young i used to ride them on the Bloor Danthforth line after they took the streetcars out they always smelled like oil and there compressors sounded like they were always working overtime on a side note i knew a driver that preferred these over the next one's because the driver's cab was on the left side and it was easier on drivers in the case of suicide jumpers
I remember those old red ones also. Then there was a mix of those with newer models. Hopefully getting the next silver train. The old ones have those round glass light fixtures. There would always be intermittent power outages as it went through the tunnels. Subway’s last stop in the west was Keele St., before 1968. Had to take streetcar to Jane St. terminal.
The gaps in power were replicated during this trip when the train stopped so a museum volunteer could move the pole from one wire to another. It worked out really nicely for this video.
If you really want to give people the authentic Gloucester car experience, you gotta offer rides when it's dark out and turn the cabin lights off halfway between stops.
The most authentic part of this trip related to that was when the pole had to be moved from one wire to the next, simulating the loss of power over a third rail gap.
Amazing to see those trains running after so many years of being on display. All they need is to be restored to there original beauty paint wise.
The dedicated and hard working volunteers at the museum have done a great job. With more assistance the cars will once look and run as good as new.
@@orionviiiI hope The M1's Will Run again Soon Were the Gloucesters Nicknamed The Red Rocket
I remember the wheels squealing and the power dropping . Nice memories from my youth.
Like seeing an old family car again. I rode those exact numbered trains from birth in late 60s to 1990. (I was always a transit geek and remembered the numbers I rode on.)
There aren't a lot of people who could say they saw their old family car running almost 35 years after they sold it. You're lucky to have those memories!
I was there in September, great museum. So weird to see these things run off a trolley pole, but how cool is it that they have them out and running.
There is a great group of dedicated volunteers who make it happen. The trolley pole is definitely a unique feature for these subway cars.
I remember riding the Gloucester cars in the late 1980’s on the Yonge-University line. Loved to open the windows just before they started going onto the bottom of the loop (near King St Station) southbound to Union Station. The sound of squealing metal on metal, followed by the shuddering as the train exited the curve and then hard braked was memorable. And those standee stanchions were pretty heavy duty compared to the flimsy ones that came later.
This is the first time I've heard the G-Series sounds. HCRY is hands down the best museum in Ontario and they take great pride and joy in their collection. I'd love to see both the G and M series subway cars fully restored and operational.
I totally agree!
Great to hear the sounds of the Gloucester cars again and to see them do a run. Excellent capture of the essence of the cars.
Music to my ears! I can't wait until next time.
Excellent recordings! Wished they did a second run by but am definitely glad to have attended the event!
Another trip really would have made this so much better, but I'm definitely pleased to have been there and it was a great time even with one trip.
god this brings me back !
Glad to have helped with that!
I had heard these things were power hungry, but seeing the poles smoking from the power draw was definitely a good visual indication...
I was told that the initial smoke there was grease burning off that was left on the wire from from L&PS 8's pantograph.
And I can always remember if you’re waiting for a subway train and it was one coming the other way you could always hear those compressors pumping away for air pressure when you watch the video specially up close when those cars are passing by wha
they were very unique piece of machinery they were there’s so much to them below where the passengers stand up in the train and yes, after 18 years, you know what that’s considered good they were built wellnot the way they built junk today. When my dad worked at the TTC from 1941 to 1984 when those trains came into power, they’re quite a unique piece of engineering. Very unique. I’ve got a small pocket book that tells you how to operate them. Incredible book. I’ve got a small manual. I’m so happy to see them out and aboutnow we need to get the Montrealers out
Omg I had no idea the museum did ride tours on any of their old subway models. I thought this was only a museum for old streetcar tours
They do mostly streetcar tours, but do use some of the subway cars on occasion. The subway cars have had to be retro-fitted to use a pole for the overhead electricity.
These have been on static display since the 90s. And are the only subway cars that have that have been fitted with trolly poles to run on the line. This will likely not happen again for a very long time
@@brianmcdonald6519 Ah yes I thought they would've had to install one of those to make them run on some form of electricity
While the subway cars do not run on a regular basis, there is something operating on every museum opening day.
Looks like they need a pantograph or trolley reverser?
Since the subway cars used third rails in the subway, a solution that was compatible with the museum was required.
I always had a question when I wrote those when that’s all they were on the line when they pulled away they always had that sudden jolt when they pulled away and you’d hear this clicking noise while they’re pulling away what was that? I know they were quite a heavy train too, but the next generation subway cars when they pulled away it wasn’t an abrupt start. It was like a very gentle start. Does anyone know why that was like that and what was the clicking noise heard when they pulled away now i hope no one‘s offended I think those red cars are the greatest cars in the world, and the TTC should’ve kept a few of them for a heritage run through the subway
I remember these when I was young i used to ride them on the Bloor Danthforth line after they took the streetcars out they always smelled like oil and there compressors sounded like they were always working overtime on a side note i knew a driver that preferred these over the next one's because the driver's cab was on the left side and it was easier on drivers in the case of suicide jumpers
Always a thirst for more compressed air on these cars. They sound great.
I remember those old red ones also. Then there was a mix of those with newer models. Hopefully getting the next silver train. The old ones have those round glass light fixtures. There would always be intermittent power outages as it went through the tunnels.
Subway’s last stop in the west was Keele St., before 1968. Had to take streetcar to Jane St. terminal.
The gaps in power were replicated during this trip when the train stopped so a museum volunteer could move the pole from one wire to another. It worked out really nicely for this video.
i drove them 1973 ttc
I wonder how many other former G train operators have watched this video?
If you really want to give people the authentic Gloucester car experience, you gotta offer rides when it's dark out and turn the cabin lights off halfway between stops.
The most authentic part of this trip related to that was when the pole had to be moved from one wire to the next, simulating the loss of power over a third rail gap.