Work has been continuing even with shorter daylight hours and weather that can best be described as 'challenging'. Read to the end of this post for a surprise image!
The pattern for the reporting marks (four inch) has been laid out and tape has been applied to ease the task of painting.
A small brush (some would say too small) is used to apply the paint. See previous entries for the B end work - it is completely lettered.
The reporting marks letters are done - SHARP!
Victor Humphreys helps position a stencil for two lines located lower on the tank end.
We use a technique we developed to apply two coats of the Chrome Yellow paint.
The moment of truth comes when the stencil mask must be removed - CAREFULLY!
With daylight running out, here is the A end as we left it Sunday night. But by Monday at noon, it was complete!
For the surprise, here is the builder's photo that was uncovered during the research for this car. Compare it to the work we have completed. There have been many challenges to be overcome in working on this restoration, spanning four summers at IRM. But the team has been persistent, and many members have contributed to the effort. To see more of the story go to the category tree to right side of these entries, click on the "+" sign for the Freight Car Department, and then click on the category for Union Tank Car Company 17222.
Comments
Sun, 02-21-2021 21:12
Hi Ethan The 428 has been worked on recently but the focus now is on the maintenance and repair on the 1630 and the Shay. This Spring we will [...]
Sun, 02-21-2021 15:10
How is the UP 428 Steam locomotive engine is most done being fixed. OK Roger.
Sun, 02-21-2021 13:18
Hello Max The answer is Yes, the Dover will be used along with our other Pullman cars only in special event operations. When not in use [...]
Sun, 02-21-2021 12:30
Hello Jim We will be operating the Dover this year depending upon its mechanical condition. I hope to use the car in display venue as well as in [...]
Sun, 02-21-2021 12:24
Hello Kirk Hello, Yes the Dover is now in great shape. There are a couple of little projects to accomplish when the weather changes. I am [...]
Sat, 02-20-2021 18:55
Will the DOVER STRAIT be operational for Museum trips
Sat, 02-20-2021 17:06
I’m really impressed with the wonderful job your volunteers are doing to restore this historic passenger car. Once the restoration is complete, does [...]
Sat, 02-20-2021 14:02
It is great to see the work that Bob Hunter and Gene Macowiak started in the 1990’s. Great work done in finishing the two bedrooms and the buffet [...]
Fri, 02-19-2021 18:41
Very good article. I definitely love this website. Continue the good work!
Tue, 02-02-2021 10:15
I know it is wintertime, and the Virus is making getting people in to do work is difficult, so in a few months, when it's warmer, would someone please [...]
Sun, 01-31-2021 14:37
Hello Jack Thank you very much We in the coach dept are working very hard to have these trains restored Thanks Roger
Sat, 01-30-2021 18:45
pre oiler is a great idea saves lots of wear and tear on engines. a pat on the back for the diesel crew