Re: K28 (USA 250 class) parts returned to Seattle from Skagway

John C Wrote:
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> I did, however with all due respect, most of the
> references I've heard from locals here say they
> tended to keep the engines up on top of the pass.
> I have not had success in finding legitimate
> accounts other than word of mouth, which can not
> hold much weight. I was curious to know how you
> are aware of positions engines were trained and
> what capacities they were used. Sincerely.

I was told by a (the) senior WP engineer that 190s could barely pull the hill, but that they ran great on the top.

I was also told that was why, even when WP was desperate for original steam power, the 195 was never seriously considered for restoration.

It's not like the thing isn't sitting there practically within sight of the enginehouse.

FWIW (no disrespect meant- the 195 will be my very first stop after the Powerball hit)

~

Doug Frederick, Chama, New Mexico.

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Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/15/2013 04:12AM by Popeye8762.