Re: EBT hopper mods

John West Wrote:
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> Interesting shot of what looks like an EBT hopper
> getting the side sheets lowered. I would guess
> this is to reduce the cubic capacity of the car to
> minimize the risks of overloading (they were built
> for coal, ballast is a lot heavier per cubic
> foot). I think the White Pass cut some holes in
> the sides for the same purpose, but that probably
> had the disadvantage of weakening the structure.
> The mod being done at Antonito appears to be
> designed to maintain the full structural integrity
> of the sides. I wonder if anyone who reads and
> posts here knows more about what is going on.
>
> JBWX



John next time I am in the area I will try to remember to get some close up shots.