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Friday, May 1. 2009

UP 25086 Update April 29, 2009 Posted by Robert Kutella in Union Pacific 3786 Steel Caboose at 05:28

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UP 25086 Update April 29, 2009

Thanks to Kirk Warner for taking and sending photos of much of the ongoing work and recently accomplished work on this and other projects.

Below the Cupola

Lee Regione works on the 'main floor' below the cupola as the crew gets ready for final trim and finish work inside this car.

In the Cupola

Bob Payne is up in the cupola fussing and fitting some of the final trim pieces.

Interior

Another shot of the interior. I know it seems rough but if you look closer a lot of the prep work for priming and painting has been done and only awaiting warmer weather.

Friday, May 1. 2009

Mystery Gauge - What is It?? Posted by Robert Kutella in Freight Car Department at 05:19

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Mystery Gauge - What is It??

Journal Bearing Gauge

Well, a mystery nevertheless since we think we know what it is based on existing lettering. It is an INTERLOCKING JOURNAL BEARING WEAR LIMIT GAUGE; George White - maker - Jersey City. This has to be very old since it is adjustable down to a 3 3/4 x 7 bearing and the largest being only 5 x 9. Patent Applied For.

This was generously donated by a friend in Coatesville, PA and now the question is how does it work, and how do we use it? Come on all you internet Sherlocks! How about a challenge?

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Thu, 05-09-2013 15:20
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Thu, 05-09-2013 09:09
Max, Is there any progress to report yet, in regards to the installation of the poles and overhead wires? Have a good day, sir.

hyde seybold about Steam Department Update 04-27-2013
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Jim Froida about Photo Gallery stats as of November 24, 2012
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Mr. Kolanowski.....I was just wondering if the Spaulding webcam will be up and running soon for us stay-at-homes. Thanks!2FP

Wally Unglaub about NEW TROLLEY BUS LOOP
Mon, 05-06-2013 23:04
Max, Has work begun yet on the construction phase of erecting the poles and putting up the wire? Wish I could be there to watch it happen.

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Mon, 05-06-2013 23:02
Keep up the good work, Bob. Wish I could be there to help!!!!!!!