Fred Dibnah: Engineering

Fred Dibnah was English steeplejack and television personality, with a keen interest in mechanical engineering. Explore interesting quotes on engineering.
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“Steeplejacking's a bit of a spasmodic job, so you can play with your steam engine instead. It's a bit like being very rich.”

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“I realise that steam engines aren't everyone's cup of tea. But they're what made England great.”

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“Fred also previously received two honorary doctorates ….. They were both given by the relevant engineering faculties, but Fred always told people that they were for "back street mechanicing."”

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