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trainrider47

June 19, 2018 09:08PM

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Railroads had a class system of repairs, class one (light repairs) through class five (major overhaul, driver turning, etc.). I believe these were largely scheduled based on mileage operated. Anyone have detailed information on the subject? Google isn't much help.

Michael Allen

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Steam Locomotive Maintenance - Avoiding the total rebuild?	kcsivils	June 19, 2018 01:45PM
Re: Steam Locomotive Maintenance - Avoiding the total rebuild?	KevinM	June 19, 2018 03:45PM
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Re: Steam Locomotive Maintenance - Avoiding the total rebuild?	Greg Scholl	June 19, 2018 09:16PM
Re: Steam Locomotive Maintenance - Avoiding the total rebuild?	Volvoguy87	June 20, 2018 10:36AM
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