I am aware that this item is to do with 315 withdrawals, but I cant help by thinking that as this unit was in an operational condition, why has it been moved to a middle of nowhere for preservation. Knowing our friends at Abelio, LO and/or MTR, surely this unit should have been kept in a mainline condition and run on specials using a collective of operators?!? preserving a unit in the Wales miles away is such a shame. I know a few discussions should have been had before sending!
the unit will deteriorate quickly (315 leak well around body end) and with no heat, the interiors will become stuffy and mouldy. I saw the 508 units and Eastleigh when stored and they were a sight for sore eyes!
This unit should be where it was intended under the wires keeping warm.