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Thursday, August 20. 2009UTLX 17222 Update August 19, 2009 Sanding is Done The sanding to prepare for new paint is done and Kirk Warner is masking off adjacent areas, that do not need the paint.  Inside Barn 3 Another benefit of the Thomas Event is that passenger cars are pulled out of Barn 3 and if other work can be tightly scheduled, such as the tank car painting, we can house it indoors for masking and prep work.  Wiping The first step is to thoroughly wipe down the sanded areas to assure they are clean before painting.  Covering Up More tarps and plastic sheets are taped down to protect the other areas of the car. And now following, are several pictures of the new black paint being applied.  Starting  Moving On  More  Right Side Some paint was needed on the right side, here seen after spraying.  Left Side But most of the work was done on the left side and A end. In mid job it was decided to wye the car to provide a shady side - here it is turned and painted. It developed into a very long day with a lot of help from several folks including the crew who ran Joy 2 to pull the car from Barn 3 early in the AM and who returned it inside an hour or so before the rain started. Thanks to all!! Thursday, August 20. 2009URTX 26640 Update August 19, 2009 In the Shop More wood parts are primed and steel parts are almost ready to re-install on the car, including ladder and door stops.  Plug Door The plug door on the left side has now been completely needle chipped. Look closely and you will see remnants of the original orange paint and some lettering! Wow.  B End At the B end corner, the ladder brackets are going back on and the steel end was needlechipped for priming and paint. Thursday, August 20. 2009Union Pacific 3786 Update August 19, 2009 Shop Work Wayne Bates is making good progress on restoring stove parts for this caboose.  Interior What a change! Painted walls and now the floor area is being primed and painted. It will not be long now. |
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Sun, 05-19-2013 22:13
Hello again. I had an idea that was (somewhat rudely, mid-sentence) dismissed in talking to a museum volunteer a few years back, but here it goes [...]
Thu, 05-16-2013 21:52
Looking good Bob! I hope to come out soon once I'm done with school.
Wed, 05-15-2013 21:28
I was not around at the time. General discussion suggests that it was "pretty marginal" in a number of areas. Nigel
Mon, 05-13-2013 11:08
"THUMBS UP!"
Fri, 05-10-2013 02:15
No, it will not be necessary to hold any of the work waiting for the plow to be turned, end for end. Weather will be the major factor, but there will [...]
Thu, 05-09-2013 19:54
The CGW X-38 plow is really coming to life. Bob Kutella and Vic and crew need to be very proud of your collective efforts. I am very appreciative of [...]
Thu, 05-09-2013 15:20
The snowplow looks great! Are you going to apply the door and upper windows befor it is turned to continue work?
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.
Wed, 05-08-2013 18:40
Thanks for the update! I still don't understand why Commonwealth #5 was removed from service. Do you know why?
Tue, 05-07-2013 09:28
Mr. Kolanowski.....I was just wondering if the Spaulding webcam will be up and running soon for us stay-at-homes. Thanks!2FP
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.
Mon, 05-06-2013 23:02
Keep up the good work, Bob. Wish I could be there to help!!!!!!!