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
Tue, 09-05-2017 10:17
Hi Matt We estimate the costs for installing 100 amp 240 volt stand by service would be between $2500 to $3000. Our shop is now designated area of [...]
Mon, 09-04-2017 09:34
@ Roger, how much would it cost to get this 10oamp 240 service? Because I think that would be a worth-while investment if the museum installed it.
Sun, 09-03-2017 23:01
FYI, Otto Engineering in Carpentersville wants the ex CNW bridge over the Fox River removed which is just north of their property. However I have [...]
Sun, 09-03-2017 11:29
Folks, This is a grand old Pullman built sleeping car; they are what IRM is all about!
Sat, 09-02-2017 23:32
Nigel, Just wanted to say thank you to the Steam Department for putting on a spectacular show tonight (9-2) with the 1630. In all my years [...]
Sat, 09-02-2017 11:49
Mike- I remember the build date on the GE 44t as being a day or 2 before Thanksgiving of 1943. I operated that locomotive for 11 years at TC; 6 of [...]
Tue, 08-29-2017 08:10
Hello Kirk First the interior needs a complete redo painting and floor repaired. Second we have never tested the A/C because the museum has [...]
Mon, 08-28-2017 17:59
The exterior is looking wonderful. What is the condition of the interior and does th a/c work as this is a sealed window car?
Sat, 08-26-2017 00:31
i was the best friend with nick kallas 40 years ago please if its him ask him to come in condackt thank you
Wed, 08-23-2017 11:23
Coach folks, How about having the web master change the roster entries from E & J to Dover Strait and John McLaughton, now that the cars [...]
Sun, 08-20-2017 10:00
Yes
Fri, 08-18-2017 19:01
Yes, they were.