Today I was able to finish installing the new roof boards to close up the major section where they had to be replaced, as seen here to the right. There are also two places where short pieces need to be patched in. I later started painting the new wood with brown primer. Having the new lights available again is a big help.
To the left is a better view of the "workbench." The end of the old running boards makes a convenient place for cutting. New running boards will start from here and go back.
Mr. Socks seems to be pretty lonely these days -- when I went over to the shop, he even acted friendly towards me. That's new! I didn't have my camera along, or I would have taken a picture of him.
Update: Here are the new trolley harp kits for the CA&E cars; only the one on the right is fully assembled. The inserts still need some adjustment on the grinding wheel in the car shop.
These contacts are designed for use on mining locomotives. Although such locos are small, they operate on lower voltage, and therefore require at least as much current as our interurban cars.
Mr. Socks seems to be pretty lonely these days -- when I went over to the shop, he even acted friendly towards me. That's new! I didn't have my camera along, or I would have taken a picture of him.
Update: Here are the new trolley harp kits for the CA&E cars; only the one on the right is fully assembled. The inserts still need some adjustment on the grinding wheel in the car shop.These contacts are designed for use on mining locomotives. Although such locos are small, they operate on lower voltage, and therefore require at least as much current as our interurban cars.
It is wonderfull to see work that will move this car forward towards being an operating car. It has been a "Barn Queen" for far too long. Your winter plan does not list completion, restoration or reassembly of the interior. Are here any plans in place to do so?
ReplyDeleteNot this winter, unless we can find some more hands. At a minimum, we need to analyze what needs to be done and sort out the parts and tools stored inside the car. Also, the shop guys are going to be taking care of the mechanical issues that need to be addressed.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update.
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