Francis Bourgeois & Chris Harris: We Saved A Train
Trainspotter Francis Bourgeois teams up with petrolhead Chris Harris. The duo restore a wrecked locomotive, built in 1961, refusing to let money worries and supersized engineering hurdles put a dent in their friendship.
Cast: Francis Bourgeois, Chris Harris
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Season 1
8 episodes
1. Diesel in DistressTrainspotting superstar Francis takes Chris to the world's biggest train show to recruit him to the epic restoration of a wrecked diesel engine.CC43minApr 7, 2026
2. Bare Metal DeadlineThe duo have 48 hours to strip their locomotive for painting: cutting out rot, welding fresh metal, removing every window, handle and sign.CC43minApr 14, 2026
3. The Wheels Come OffChris and Francis face huge setbacks with the wheels of their locomotive. The time and cost implications could be disastrous for the restoration.CC43minApr 21, 2026
4. The Missing WheelFrancis and Chris dig deep to help save their loco restoration when crisis hits. Will their high-risk strategy destroy their dream?CC43minApr 28, 2026
5. 12 Tonne JigsawChris and Francis try to make up lost time following lengthy wheel problems, but leaky brakes and a 12-tonne jigsaw stand in their way.CC43minMay 5, 2026
6. Power PlayChris and Francis install a 2.5 tonne traction motor, and head to the Highlands revealing 37025's past and a family connection for Francis.CC43minMay 12, 2026
7. The 189 Litre V12The day finally arrives when Chris and Francis attempt to start 025's engine, but after two years of silence there's no guarantee it'll work.CC43minMay 19, 2026- 8. The Return of the StagChris, Francis and the Bo'ness team race to assemble their beloved 37025 before her main line test. Any failure will scupper their Highland dreams.CC43minMay 26, 2026
Francis Bourgeois & Chris Harris: We Saved A Train
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Trainspotter Francis Bourgeois teams up with petrolhead Chris Harris. The duo restore a wrecked locomotive, built in 1961, refusing to let money worries and supersized engineering hurdles put a dent in their friendship.
