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Monday, June 11. 2012CGW X 38 Update - June10, 2012RUSSELL PLOW HISTORY We are indebted to Mr. Gene Green who has shared these photos with us. They are of Pennsylvania Railroad Russell plows, builders photos. They have already proved valuable in determining the various arrangements offered and have helped determine how our plow was used. Enjoy the great detail in these shots.  Rear Wall In this view we see the rear wall of a plow, some details remain unfinished. This probably pre-dates the manufacture of our plow which has a cast end sill. This one has a fabricated or built up end sill.  Interior, Facing Forward A great shot of the interior looking forward to the elevated cab/cupola.  Interior, Facing Rear This view is of the interior facing to the rear. It shows a small gasoline powered generator which was used to power the headlight, interior lights, etc. There is also a schematic mounted on the rear wall to the right of the window. I wish I could extract and print that one.  Cab Interior A cab interior as built. Ours does not have the two fans to act as defrosters but instead a homemade arrangement to blow air on the interior of the front facing windows. The arrangement of the control valves in this image is very close to what was used on the CGW X 38.  Cab Interior Another view of the interior, for a different plow. Over time railroads modified and added things important to them. Ours is much more crowded.  Front Truck The front truck of a Russell Plow was of a unique design to fit below the front wedge, and inside the side shrouds. I do not see any provision for a brake beam and brakes in this set.One of a kind! Members have done a lot of work unearthing such historic data, thanks Lucien! The value of such historic images is PRICELESS. Work on our CGW X 38 continues, and of course a commercial here for donations to fund R X 38. Your help is needed and appreciated.
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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. [...]