Today, for the first time in almost 20 years, CTA “L”
cars 2153-2154 moved as a two-car train, with both cars powering properly. After replacing a motor, then troubleshooting
and solving propulsion system issues, the cars made a test trip around the
carline followed by several mainline trips and performed beautifully. Barring any unforeseen situation, this ensures
that these cars will be in the Trolley Pageant on Saturday, July 06. While there are still some minor details that
still need to be worked on, there is a very good chance that these cars will be
IN SERVICE before the end of the season!!!
A big THANK YOU to
project lead Richard Schauer who spent an enormous amount of time on this
project along with his main assistant David Fullarton. And with apologies to those who are not
listed, there have been many others who have helped on the project including
support from Car Dept. Superintendent Rod Turner, and “wrench-turners” Jerry
Saunders, Nick Espevik, Greg Kepka, Bill Ligeros, Warren Lloyd, Joel Ahrendt,
and many others.
Comments
Thu, 07-24-2014 00:01
I will commit something to 2702 if I see a specific fund for it. Supposedly the owners made an effort to keep it original, other than removing seats. [...]
Wed, 07-23-2014 00:17
while watching the Diesel Days parade, i noticed a detail on UP 1848 that stood out to me. it was its cab number, i could tell it had a previous [...]
Mon, 07-21-2014 17:48
The hydraulic drawbar on X-5000 works. Its operation was determined Saturday evening and successfully used all day Sunday. The car measured up to a [...]
Sun, 07-20-2014 13:56
2702 would definitely be a project of a massive effort. It has some sort of giant roadside casino sign installed on it. The interior is completely [...]
Sat, 07-19-2014 21:02
Great show today; 100% improved from last year. Ran at a faster pace which kept it interesting. Also, the brief synopsis of each loco made it very [...]
Sat, 07-19-2014 19:39
Missed the push me pull you this year. If you guys do a high noch engine pulling dynamic breaking load the X-5000 should go in the middle. Chuck said [...]
Sat, 07-19-2014 16:42
Roger, Is IRM going to pursue acquisition of RI commuter coach 2702 -- the one for sale for $11,000? It's an important link in the development of [...]
Sat, 07-19-2014 10:37
On the IRM home page, click on "Site Imndex". There you will find, about halfway down, "View a map of the IRM grounds". The Schmidt cutoff is shown [...]
Fri, 07-18-2014 23:45
I do not have a map although the museum office can provide visitor maps. The cut off will run from beside the steam service boxcar to a new switch [...]
Fri, 07-18-2014 23:44
Yes, removing the cab roof is essential if we raise the boiler. The Shay cab was designed to split allowing the upper part to be lifted for this [...]
Fri, 07-18-2014 22:27
Let's just say that you guys have to lift the boiler from the shay to replace the stays, would you guys also have to take off the cab? Also, I really [...]
Fri, 07-18-2014 20:25
How long does the parade of power usually last once it has started, two hours or so?