Victoria used these exact gate lights until the early 1970s, when they switched to the current "under the gate" arrangement for wooden gates. The latest install I found with these sort of gate lights was Blackburn Road, which received boom barriers in December 1970.
I like the Artcraft gate lights but think it’s a bad idea mounting them on the underside of the gate, see plenty of them broken and hanging by the wires because a vehicle hit them. Would make more sense having them mounted on the top side of the gate, less chance of being hit.
@@McKHAust I don't know if it's just me, but I don't think the Artcraft lights look right on top of a gate. Then again, I'm so used to seeing them on the underside of the gate.
Good video Michael. :) Man I miss those old style lanterns when the crossing gates NSW wide were all wishbone style. good memories indeed.
Love it! Shame it’s only now equipped on two crossings.
Nice! I noticed Transport Products also made lantern gate lights
Thanks!
How did Hybrid Bell and Trainman post their comments 17 hours ago?!
Awesome video. I enjoyed unboxing and working on these with you. Lantern lights have always fascinated me.
Thanks! Yes it was fun working on the lights with you :)
Great video! Those lantern lights look fantastic!
Thanks :)
Victoria used these exact gate lights until the early 1970s, when they switched to the current "under the gate" arrangement for wooden gates. The latest install I found with these sort of gate lights was Blackburn Road, which received boom barriers in December 1970.
I like the Artcraft gate lights but think it’s a bad idea mounting them on the underside of the gate, see plenty of them broken and hanging by the wires because a vehicle hit them. Would make more sense having them mounted on the top side of the gate, less chance of being hit.
@@McKHAust I don't know if it's just me, but I don't think the Artcraft lights look right on top of a gate. Then again, I'm so used to seeing them on the underside of the gate.
Can you film more crossings in SA?