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Sunday, October 10. 2010Trolley Bus Dept. Update 10/10/10The work on the LA Brill 8002 is continuing. The interior has been completely cleaned out and the old rubber flooring has been taken up. There are sections where the glue has a very strong bond with the wood floor. Those sections need to be hand scraped, which has been started.
Yesterday Richard Schauer and I worked on removing the old roofing material. 20 years ago the original tongue-in-grove roofing was covered with a temporary fix of plywood to keep the inside dry. Both were in poor condition and were removed. Careful measurements and patterns were kept so we can replicate the original roof. All the interior Masonite will need to be removed and most has. We are keeping sections of this also for patterns. In the weeks to come we will be continuing to remove what remains of the roofing, Masonite and de-Garrett-izing the coach (removing all the modifications that were made post-service by Garrett Industries, the 1st post-LA owner).
Sunday, October 10. 2010Wood Shop and Other News - October 9, 2010I suppose I should grab your attention with some progress on CTS PCC 4223  Bumper Rails Eric Lorenz is cleaning up the various bumper rails that will be installed along the lower sides of this car. There are several pieces involved, some made new, some being restored.  PAINT NEW PAINT GOING ON THE CAR! As we hinted in earlier entries, the finished color is being applied to CTS 4223. Here we see the right side between the center doors and the front. What a difference this makes, already, even though this is a relatively small first step in the process.  Windows Randall Hicks continues a new burst of energy to complete windows for CA&E 319. The frames have been primed and inside painted, and here are the interior trim strips getting some finished paint.  CTA 30 Dave Fullarton was in the shop fabricating new roof saddles and other parts for the roof of one of the CTA 'single' L cars.  Roof Parts Jeff Brady squeezed an extra volunteer day into his schedule and was cutting lap plates to continue installation of the custom roof panels for the Michigan Electric 28. I managed a few more minutes work on a Sand Springs 68 window, and Dick Lukin was making repairs on the Illinois Central MU cars. Frank Sirinek, Mike Stauber, and John Myhre were working on motor wiring and connections for the Chicago & West Towns 141. Lots going on today. In the Freight Car Department, Dan Fenlaciki helped us out, installing a new angle cock and hose (a task started last Wednesday) on our ICG 199458 caboose.
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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!!!!!!!
Sun, 05-05-2013 18:53
Ah yes, I have made such Jibs myself. If it were me, I would add in each corner an angled piece from the base to the Jib to act as sway bracing. [...]