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Posted by Michael549 on Wed Jul 4 00:52:00 2007, in response to Re: The (V) Still Looking For Love And Respect, posted by E Line Fan on Tue Jul 3 19:16:52 2007. Yes, the F train was the logical choice for the use of the 63rd Street tunnel, why:a) it fulfills some of the aims of the original proposal as an express train to/from Queens b) it provides more frequent and 24-7-365 service to Roosevelt Island which was built with the idea that the subway would be the main transportation method. The tram was built to be temporary due to the delays with building the subway line. c) While some have proposed sending the V-train along 63rd Street, that option would still leave 53rd Street over-crowded with riders just passing through and no room on the express trains. Now with the V train serving 53rd Street there is room on the trains for those on the platforms along 53rd Street. In the past those riders had to wait for train after train to get to Queens, making the platforms even more crowded. d) While some here moan and groan that the V-train is the worst thing since sliced bread, their solutions is usually just more of the same activities that were done in decades past. e) Is anyone here old enough to remember when express trains in the peak direction did not stop at certain stations along 53rd Street because the crowds were so bad? f) While the F-train on 63rd Street, and the connection to the Queens Blvd line was a COMPROMISE in light of the situation, it was the best of available options. Mike |
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