Tuesday Torque: Pushers and Pullers

 

Weekend Steam III: 4014 and 2102

 

Weekend Steam II: Rebuilding Locomotive "D" Valves

 You never know when a locomotive may come into your life, so here is some information you might need!

Weekend Steam: Sanding The Flues

 Oil burners require regular cleaning of the flues while they are on the road.  I first saw this in 1966 when I got to ride the Number 9 Shay from West Side Lumber Company. Stan Mathews was operating on the right side, and they sanded the flues while pulling the little grade to the old time village.  Many Thanks to Merle for spotting this.

Big Boy sanding the flues...

The morning ritual that steam people around the World know--cleaning the flues with a brush or spiral spring scraper.

Big Boy At Irving, New York

Big Boy Parallels Lake Erie Into Cleveland

 

Weekend Steam: Big Boy In Indiana!

 Knox, Indiana

Argos, Indiana

Big Boy In Iowa

 Courtesy of Chester!

Weekend Steam: Big Boy Is On The Move!

Weekend Steam: No Controversy In My Mind!

 The only way you can keep antiques like this original is to never operate them. Steam engines need flues, new grates, new staybolts, new flue sheets, new crown sheets, effective brakes, and on and on. I am glad to see old machinery restored and running for new generations to learn from and enjoy.  Tastes change. Back in the 1960s the gas engine hobby was just taking off and restorers mostly wanted their vintage engines to look like new. Lots of original paint and patina were stripped off for new paint. That changed, and now most want the barn fresh, dull paint, old grease, and rust look. Don't fret over how original the machines are.  Just be thankful that dedicated hobbyists spent the time, effort and money to make these treasure run again. 

Tuesday Torque: Galloping Goose!

 Another great topic from Merle! Thank You, Merle!

Weekend Steam: Southern Pacific Daylight

 

Thank You, Merle! Great Suggestion!

Weekend Steam: Sandaoling Coal Mine Railway

 Contrary to the caption on this video, the engine is not ejecting cinders. The Sandaoling coal mine is low quality coal that throws lots of cinders when the engine is in a hard pull.  It is dramatic!  Many Thanks, Merle!

Weekend Steam: Steamtown, Scranton, PA

 Suggested by our steam and gas friend, Merle.  Thank You, Merle!

Here's their website. (Click)

Weekend Steam II: A Cute Little Loco!

 Merle is sending all of us to Hungary today to enjoy a pretty little engine and railroad. It looks to be about a two foot gauge, so I bet there is some oscillation in the cars.  Don't try to read while you ride!  Thanks, Merle!

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Weekend Steam II: Another Trip To Cass Scenic Railroad

 Thanks, Merle! We never tire of the Shays in West Virginia!

Weekend Steam II: Trevithick's Locomotive, The World's First

 

Many Thanks, Merle, for the suggestion!

Weekend Steam II: Shay Number 4, Cass Scenic Railroad

 Thank You, Merle!

Weekend Steam: Union Pacific 844!

 Many Thanks, Merle!

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Weekend Steam: Nevada State Railroad Museum

 Many Thanks, Merle for spotting this one. I knew nothing about it. 4-4-0s are called Americans, 2-6-0s are Moguls, but I did not know the term for a 4-6-0. Turns out is called a Ten-Wheeler.