Based on the story "The Fat Controller's Engines" from The Eight Famous Engines.

After the Fat Controller reads a letter inviting the engines to visit the mainland, he tells them going that they must show the other engines their tasks. Thomas shows Oliver how to manage the coaches, but recalls the time he beat Bertie in a race and becomes very conceited, putting his big trip in jeopardy.

Based on the story of the same name from Really Useful Engines.

Extra vans are added to the Flying Kipper, and as a result, Henry needs a back engine to help him up Gordon's Hill. Duck offers to help, though Thomas warns him to take care reminding him of his own experience with fish. A badly attached tail lamp causes problems as Duck collides with the fishy train.