Weekly Photo Fun 8/7 - 8/13/15

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Here is something a little different, a New York Central T3A electric. These were the New York Central's main passenger electric until the P-motors arrived from the Cleveland Union Terminal.

These small engines had a relatively unique B-B-B-B wheel arrangement, with all axles powered. Visible on the right ("1" end) roof is a small pantograph, used when complicated track prevented the use of trackside third rail. In these locations, the third rail was hung from the ceiling.

This engine is arguably out of place beneath PRR wire!







This engine has been a powering nightmare though, and I have not had enough time to rebuild the drive the way I planned. I might try bullfrog snot on the pulleys and tightening the springs. If that doesn't work, I might need to get drastic with the chain and sprocket. Last case scenario will be twin Bull-Ant drives, but I know this will work.