California Zephyr Silver Pony

Many of you have been waiting for this announcement and so here is the good news!    Jeron Glander and Cody Ziarko have drawn up a long term plan to restore the Silver Pony to operation!   With the approval and input of Curator, Paul Cronin, the initial steps have been finalized!   Jeron and Cody have already begin working on the "Pony" as of this blogging. The two major steps to this project are, first, repair the interior by installing new windows, fixing the lighting circuits and generally cleaning the interior so that it is presentable for tours.    The second phrase, and more expensive, will be the costly repair of both trucks, repairing the air conditioning system, upgrading and installing a reliable electric system to power the needs of the Dome.  THIS will be a very expensive project!   It will need almost the same amount of money[$] as the Electroliner project!  If you have given donations to the Electroliner in the past please seriously consider sending any donations large or small to this project!     If you are a fan of Budd equipment or light weight equipment in general this project is just right for you!!    One of Jeron's and Cody's first projects is the purchase and installation of new window gasket material.This will be any amazing car to ride.  The view from the dome will be breathtaking!    Depending on the amount of dollars given to this project the Pony might be available to operate in excursion  service with our Zephyr!  Just think of the possibilities!      Now, Jeron and Cody, definitely, can not accomplish this by themselves so...   They have asked me to pass along this request:  to help by volunteering and becoming part the team they are putting together;  THE PONY TEAM!    I know a number of you have already asked about helping with this special project.          Well...   Come on out and join the Pony Team!  Here, now, is your opportunity to help bring this unique piece of railroad equipment back into operation.   Cody and Jeron are working on the Pony in barn 11 most Wednesdays and Saturdays.    Come out and see the progress and join their team.     Yes, don't forget your check book!!!                   Thanks       Roger