08-23-2009, 12:34 PM
The "tilted tender" is clearly the sign of a problem. Note the coupler mismatch between the tender and the coach. Also, if you draw a straight line between the journal box cover hinges on the lead truck of the tender, it will parallel the floor of the tender, and extends above the rear truck's journal box covers. I suspect the problem might be the bolster springs on the lead truck.
the photo here also shows the tilt. Makes me wonder what is actually going on there. That is not "normal", and I am surprised that the condition seems to be "acceptable".
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Arcade...motive.jpg
the photo here also shows the tilt. Makes me wonder what is actually going on there. That is not "normal", and I am surprised that the condition seems to be "acceptable".
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Arcade...motive.jpg
We always learn far more from our own mistakes, than we will ever learn from another's advice.
The greatest place to live life, is on the sharp leading edge of a learning curve.
Lead me not into temptation.....I can find it myself!
The greatest place to live life, is on the sharp leading edge of a learning curve.
Lead me not into temptation.....I can find it myself!