Two Milwaukee Streetcars

We have had to wait about 16 weeks for the new tires to be manufactured for this project.  The waiting is over!  They are done, have been shipped, and are probably on the road north to Illinois as I type.

Coming Out Party

Not exactly a party but a cause to rejoice nevertheless.  The 972 came out of Barn 4 to the east for moving into position for the next stage.  If you think it looks odd, that is due to the right hand end being up in the air on a shop truck.

Set Aside

Then into the pocket on track 40, to allow for the next move in this chess game.  It was a bit tricky getting it to negotiate the diverging side of this track switch, but accomplished without incident.

Going Up

The car is inched east for secure footing on the concrete apron of Track 41. Joel Ahrendt is placing heavy car stands for use after the car is in the air.  I was not able to stay to witness the fact, but it is confirmed that the second original truck is out from under the car and ready to be disassembled.

We are very close to reaching the fundraising goal set at the beginning of this project earlier this year.  Yes, THIS YEAR!  That is really fast progress judged by any preservation or restoration project.  Please help out on this, large or small donation to help us reach the goal, and maybe to provide a little extra, as any unforeseen repairs crop up along the way.  It is not too late to send your help to restricted fund RTMS.