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The darker line between the two tracks is the wooden top shielding to the side contact third electric rail. This could be either side of the track but was normally in the middle. This unique system became past its operating life and not renewable, so the line was a first option for the introduction of the Metrolink Tram system to Manchester, continuing past Manchester to Altrincham. '