Re: Antonito Wrap-up - June 28, 2019

pd3463 Wrote:
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> The detail questions about OY prompt these
> questions.
>
> The boilers I have heard described as being a
> locomotive but driving a big blade instead of
> drivers. So then, were these Leslie or Cooke
> boilers or were they provided from another
> manufacturer? How does this compair with getting
> replacement pieces or is this really not a factor
> as that today, it’s all custom built anyway?
>
> I have also read that boiler regulation does not
> apply. Why? I thought state certification for
> boilers was a mandatory thing regardless of its
> application (my church’s boilers are tested and
> certified every year).
>
> Not pointing a finger, I’m just trying to grow
> my knowledge.
>
> Phil

The boilers were built by the manufacturer (Cooke, Schenectady, Lima, whoever). Lesley was the patent holder who licensed the builder to construct them. While OM's boiler looks like it might fit on a small standard gauge engine, OY's boiler is unique to a Rotary. It is a short and fat boiler. However, one could describe the boiler as being "Locomotive-type" as opposed to a "Stationary type" used in boiler house.

All boiler repairs are custom tailored to the task at hand. The appliances (injectors, water glasses, firedoor, etc.) are standard issue for the railroad.

The FRA does not regulate the OY's boiler, as it is not a locomotive. State boiler regulations to apply. Colorado has a state boiler inspection. For years New Mexico did not, however I seem to remember NM starting to come up with one in 1990's.