Electric Car Department

There was much activity in the Car Department this weekend. In addition to the regular work on the cars (NSL 749; PCC car; Baldy; wood "L" trailer), there was work on some more cars for the upcoming Trolley Parade. Yes, if you can, you should come out for the Fourth of July annual Trolley Parade. The NSL 229 and 251 made their way's over to the pit for some simple inspection. Again, these rare cars are just getting a check before the trolley parade.

The S105's window's are ready to go in. Work on this engine will be easier now, as the diesel department has graciously let enough space in barn 2 for this engine to be inside to have the work done on it. Thank you.

Another major event that took place was the shuffling of barns 6 and 7. A lot of rare equipment made it's way to the light of day to be switched to another track. You will have to come out and see the new line up in the barns. It should make somethings more efficient to run.

Respectfully submitted,
Joel Ahrendt

Sorry this is so late this week, but at least it will be up before this weekend.

Not a lot of shop work per say got done over the last weekend. It was Chicago Days, in which we were paying tribute to the event that took place 50 years ago. That was the day in June that the last street car ran in Chicago. So this year on Chicago Days, we had a slide show and tours on Saturday. There was also a lot of historic equipment that normally doesn't see the light of day out for people to see. Sunday was little more reserved, but we still were able to provide a good experience for those that visited. Much thanks to those in the Car Department and other departments that helped prep the cars and displays for a big weekend. Work resumed on Monday and the restoration continues.

Respectfully submitted,
Joel Ahrendt