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.
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 :)
Nice! I noticed Transport Products also made lantern gate lights
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.
Love it! Shame it’s only now equipped on two crossings.
Great video! Those lantern lights look fantastic!
Thanks :)
How did Hybrid Bell and Trainman post their comments 17 hours ago?!
Can you film more crossings in SA?