You have to admire their dedication and effort in this restoration. Projects like these take time, money, but most of all, a like-minded group of people who are dedicated to the process and can envision the end result. Keeping this history alive is so important.
Having been a steam locomotive fireman and mechanic on several smaller narrow gauge locomotives I appreciate what the Niles Canyon group have done on their locomotives. The larger the locomotive the more time and money. There are not many who have the knowledge and skills in this age to work on them and teach others. Keep up the good work.
That was amazing video clip you put together there off how there got the wheel off an what there are going to do with the springs an it is good to see the old trans getting build agen 👍👍👍🚂🚂
I need to correct something; the AAR is the American Association of Railroads (an industry group formed a long time ago for work and information between different railroads for their common interest that each company couldn't do by themselves). The FRA is The Federal Railroad Administration the administrative part of the bureaucracy that rules over railroads that took the place of the ICC or Interstate Commerce Commission. The old FRA during WWI actually took over the running of the country's railroads during the war and turned the properties back to the individual companies in 1919 after the war.
Good job guys glad to see it coming along, slow but sure any progress is better than none. Glad to hear CSRM and Antonito are helping and letting you use there backshops Smiles
John this video is so interesting and inspiring. We have the White Train at our museum and of course it needs a lot of work too. (Nuclear Weapons Train). People can goggle it. It would be neat to work on a Steamer. Thanks, Chris. FYI I wouldn't mind a link to their website
This is a true story I know someone who was on that engine before it was placed out of use it spun a driver tire.. If i was you guys i would look at the 6 drivers seeing if any of them has a spun tire
DON"T sell the tires, Weld them togeather and use them as parking guards up at Sunol, so passengers can get a good look and feel .... (PLA- track gang/1989-1999)
They sure have gotten alot of work done, and I wish them good luck with getting the 120-year-old mogul running again as I do plan to see it when it's back and running!!!
Some engineer probably overheated the tires using too much independent and caused the tires to spin on the wheels. Not a good idea hitting that tire with a spike maul because it is hardened and could cause a chip to fly off and hurt someone. A sledge is safer because it is not hardened as much as a spike maul.
Very informative, well shot, well edited piece. Bravo.
You have to admire their dedication and effort in this restoration. Projects like these take time, money, but most of all, a like-minded group of people who are dedicated to the process and can envision the end result. Keeping this history alive is so important.
Having been a steam locomotive fireman and mechanic on several smaller narrow gauge locomotives I appreciate what the Niles Canyon group have done on their locomotives. The larger the locomotive the more time and money. There are not many who have the knowledge and skills in this age to work on them and teach others. Keep up the good work.
NCRY is doing great work! I really enjoyed this informative, well done, video. Thanks, TSG!
That was amazing video clip you put together there off how there got the wheel off an what there are going to do with the springs an it is good to see the old trans getting build agen 👍👍👍🚂🚂
I need to correct something; the AAR is the American Association of Railroads (an industry group formed a long time ago for work and information between different railroads for their common interest that each company couldn't do by themselves). The FRA is The Federal Railroad Administration the administrative part of the bureaucracy that rules over railroads that took the place of the ICC or Interstate Commerce Commission. The old FRA during WWI actually took over the running of the country's railroads during the war and turned the properties back to the individual companies in 1919 after the war.
Rode this route a few times with my grandson... great run! So happy to hear of the work in progress. 😎👍
Good job guys glad to see it coming along, slow but sure any progress is better than none. Glad to hear CSRM and Antonito are helping and letting you use there backshops Smiles
John, I didn't see you swinging a hammer to help! Great video!!!
Heating the tire looks awesome
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Thank God for ole timers being around.
A great & fantastic insight. Thank You!
Glad you enjoyed it!
John this video is so interesting and inspiring. We have the White Train at our museum and of course it needs a lot of work too. (Nuclear Weapons Train). People can goggle it. It would be neat to work on a Steamer. Thanks, Chris. FYI I wouldn't mind a link to their website
I live down the street from SP 1629! Seeing another mogul getting restored is awesome!
Is the 1629 available to acquire?
@@Fedora5957 I'm sure they got a price, contact Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society about it. If you do, i would love to know the result!
That was very interesting. 👍👍
Fascinating!!! Wish I was on the west coast. Wonder why roller or ball bearings weren’t used on the axles…?
Interesting and very cool video.
When they get the locomotive rebuilt, I will be happy to be an engineer on it for them. Not big into maintenance or restoration, operations.
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We want to do things right the first time.
Runs out of propane. 😂 JK You guys are doing a fantastic job of preserving history.👍
This is a true story I know someone who was on that engine before it was placed out of use it spun a driver tire.. If i was you guys i would look at the 6 drivers seeing if any of them has a spun tire
DON"T sell the tires, Weld them togeather and use them as parking guards up at Sunol, so passengers can get a good look and feel .... (PLA- track gang/1989-1999)
They sure have gotten alot of work done, and I wish them good luck with getting the 120-year-old mogul running again as I do plan to see it when it's back and running!!!
Would be great if everyone that commented here sent a $C note to the PLA's 1744 project. Come on folks, let's pony up.
Some engineer probably overheated the tires using too much independent and caused the tires to spin on the wheels. Not a good idea hitting that tire with a spike maul because it is hardened and could cause a chip to fly off and hurt someone. A sledge is safer because it is not hardened as much as a spike maul.
I would love to see the turning/truing of the drivers up in Sacramento, This is all interesting stuff.
Mary telephoned me and said she'd like you to get a haircut and tint it so you look young again. ha ha ha LOL
Quite interesting wish had something like it bear my location to volunteer
Also, that ALCO switcher in the back ground... did that come from Fillmore & Western Railway? Or have Niles Canyon had that engine.
The locomotive is disassembled so I’m taking 5 points.
Great video. Which locomotive is #7 in the shelter? It isn't listed on the NCR website.
That's the Skookum. You can see it running here: th-cam.com/video/lu1txi79UFc/w-d-xo.html
Clover Valley 2-4-4-2 from Oregon Logging RR.