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The SRT had issues with it's design and implementation, sure. The closure to re-configure Kennedy Station is a prime example of that. And while it was more problematic than the subway in terms of operation, it never suffered from nearly the same level of operating complications (to put it...

What do you think supports the rails? That weight and those forces need to go somewhere. They don't just disappear into the rail, ties, trackbed, etc. This is less of an issue in most of the tunnels because of the way that they interact with the soil, but it may be a serious issue at things...

There was signage on and to the platforms showing which train was coming next. There was also signage at Woodbine and Keele, which continued to be used until the line was extended past those two points. The issue was with the signalling system. The way it was designed, it just didn't have the...

If they are digging anywhere else in the station complex, they may require pedestrian tunnel closures while they do the work. If one can't get from the platform to the surface - or even from one platform to the other - what good is stopping at the platform? Dan

When has the TTC opened a rapid transit line that didn't work, obviously notwithstanding the usual TTC issues? The ones that I have been old enough to witness and remember - Downsview, TYSSE and Sheppard - all went off without a hitch service-wise. And I've never found evidence in any of the...

So, even worse than that..... Because of the interleaved service, there would be a requirement to keep the headways at some sort of multiple of each other in order to allow them to run efficiently. So if the Yonge Line runs at a 2.5 minute headway, the University side would have to run at a 2.5...

Since it bears repeating..... The Crosstown will be operated by the TTC, not Metrolinx (or their contractor). For all of their problems, the TTC has lots and lots of experience opening and operating rapid transit lines. When it is finally ready to open, it will run well. The problem is getting...

Indeed, and that is a big rabbit hole that one could go down. Or showing lines by movements. Or passenger ridership. Etc., ad naseum. THAT would make for an interesting series of maps. Dan

As I understand it, the RFP looked for trainsets, but did not specify their precise composition. Self-propelled equipment was allowed, and I am under the understanding that at least one bidder did propose such equipment. Dan

I picked out lines in England, Portugal, Greece and Spain as being freight-only, but that's only because I know their networks somewhat better than the others. It stands to reason that those with better knowledge of the networks of France and Germany - to name but two - would be able to identify...

The pay is better on CN & CP. For some people, that's more than enough. Dan

A big of a nit to pick with this presentation. The map of the US (with a bit of Canada tacked on) shows only the routes with passenger service. The map of Europe shows ALL rail lines, not just the ones with passenger trains. It's not apples-to-apples. Dan

I said nothing of the sort. You made the comment about ordering equipment that lasts longer. To last longer will require it to have weight added (stronger trucks, stronger traction motors, higher rated drive equipment, etc). If you make the trains heavier, you may also require all of the stuff...

How can you possibly come to that conclusion from my original post? Dan

Certain entities are well known for being particularly obtuse and troublesome when it comes to the coordination of projects outside of their direct supervision. Metrolinx is a spectacularly good example, but is hardly the only one. Dan

So, I've heard two different things about these crossovers. The office staff say that the current plan is to activate them, and thus allow the double-track from here south to Oakworth to be utilized. But I've also been told by signal crews that there is not enough track beyond the end of the...

Then the TTC will need new, more rigorous design standards for their track and structures to handle the heavier equipment. Plus a plan (and budget) with which to replace all of the existing with the new. Dan

They've known about these plans since the end of January. Now yes, they were somewhat tentative until a couple of weeks ago, but the plans have been shared between departments since at least then. Dan

What is with the fixation on the terminology? Last I checked, the UPX was the fastest way to get from Union to Pearson. It's still probably the fastest way to get from Bloor & Dundas West to the Airport, too. That in itself makes it an express - when compared to other modes. The fact it has no...

It is entirely done by Metrolinx. Transport Canada has no problems with the equipment or platforms, and has not imposed any restrictions on either. GO has a window of time in which they can operate as many trains as they want on the Milton Corridor. That's why they had 10 or 11 trains running...