Happy April, boys and girls! Wednesday is back again, and it is time to share our photos of real-life railroading. If you are a "long-time listener; first-time caller," your photos are just as welcome to the thread as many of our regular contributors.
It was another steam test day last Wednesday at Steamtown national Historic Site. The last tests in February showed that the air pump applied during the restoration was too big for this 0-6-0, so the original was quickly refurbished, and installed. There was a fire in Baldwin 26's belly, to see how items were functioning, but not enough pressure raised to allow her to move on her own.
These photos are from when she was being shoved back into the locomotive shop for any other work needed. This was around 4:15 in the afternoon. She is expected to hit the rails on Sunday, April 17.
That is my contribution so far. What do you have worth sharing? Please feel free to post any images of the railroad here. Have a great week.