Steam Locomotive 8419 – Alco RS-1 244 – South Shore Cars 38 and 39 -

Coach Cars 3207 and 3213 - Side Dump X504

Steam Locomotive 8419

This spring, our steam locomotive, 8419, underwent not only the typical annual inspection, but also a five-year flexible stay-bolt inspection. This required the removal of much of the appliances, tinwork, and even the cab. This time also provided an opportunity to give 8419 a fresh coat of paint, complete with new decals.

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Alco RS-1 #244

Another intensive winter project was the restoration of our Alco RS-1. The locomotive required both mechanical and cosmetic work, and now is being used to pull our excursion trains from time to time.

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South Shore Coaches #38 and 39

South Shore coaches #38 and 39 were in the shop. 38 received some work in the way of new windows, a recoated roof, exterior painting, revamped electrical and a modern air brake system. 39 received similar work in the way of new windows, a recoated roof, and a modern air brake system.

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Coach cars 3207 and 3213

Coach cars 3207 and 3213 were in the shop for the usual annual cleaning and maintenance, and also for brake work. The old UC-type brake system was removed and replaced with a modern AB-type system.

Side Dump X504

Jim removes one of the old ladders of off side dump X504

Side dump car #X504 was in the shop for annual testing and maintenance, along with some needed improvements.

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