December 13, 2011 07:55PM
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Yes, the old flapping belt shops could be dangerous. But, like knob and tube wiring - if the shafts and belts were kept true and in good shape they would work well for years. You just had to keep your distance from the pinch points and respect the speed of the belts and shafts.
The best example is probably the East Broad Top railroad's Rockhill Furnace shop. It's a great place to show visitors what it took to keep a fleet of steam locomotives and rolling stock running. There's also a good bit of knob and tube wiring although I believe it's disconnected.
I think that showing visitors an old (un-remodeled) station and historic shop complex is just as important as operating steam. It puts visitors into a more complete railroad scene from the 1920's or 30's. Of course you have to be into history to really appreciate structures like that.
Stewart
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