I was told 611 was moving from Spencer to Roanoke today. Trying to time it as it will travel right by my office today in Greensboro.
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Via the Friends of 611 Facebook group "The 611 is being cleared to depart Spencer. She will follow train 751 north." This was posted at 8:55 AM Est.
Just info.
On our excursion ride on the Southern 4501 Bristol to Radford) this past Sunday, some of the crew were saying some of the cars would be taken to Roanoke to meet up with the 611 for a trip in the near future.
Larry
Originally Posted by Larry Sr.:
this past Sunday, some of the crew were saying some of the cars would be taken to Roanoke to meet up with the 611 for a trip in the near future.
Larry
We'll be riding behind her on Saturday! Can't wait, but we have to.
I missed it. Now sure how so I have 2 questions 1. Was under its own power? And I would have thought the route would be Pomona, Southern Station, make the broad curve to loop around the city and then north along the line that is parallel to US29, correct?
Originally Posted by moed321:
I missed it. Now sure how so I have 2 questions 1. Was under its own power?
Yes, as it is definitely not a good idea to tow a steam locomotive, unless the main rods are removed. Now that 611 has returned to excursion service, she goes anywhere and everywhere under her own power.
And I would have thought the route would be Pomona, Southern Station, make the broad curve to loop around the city and then north along the line that is parallel to US29, correct?
Gilly
How & when did you get tickets for the ride?
I searched early this week and this AM. Couldn't find any information about the 611.
And, I knew a trip was down the road at sometime?
Darn, I was planning on catching that 611 somewhere in the future this summer even if we had go on a 2 , 3 day deal in Roanoke.
Oh well I'll be watching! Please give us a report with picture of your day. And, of course have fun!
Larry
http://www.railserve.com/event..._southern_steam.html
I found this schedule that might help you find something your way.
Originally Posted by Larry Sr.:
Gilly
How & when did you get tickets for the ride?
I searched early this week and this AM. Couldn't find any information about the 611.
And, I knew a trip was down the road at sometime?
Darn, I was planning on catching that 611 somewhere in the future this summer even if we had go on a 2 , 3 day deal in Roanoke.
Oh well I'll be watching! Please give us a report with picture of your day. And, of course have fun!
Larry
Never heard of fireup611.org???
Thanks moe
I book marked that.
Borden
Never heard of it. But I will check it out now.
Thanks
Larry
Yeah that's where you can go for info...and it's in my signature below....enjoy the trip guys.
Originally Posted by Hot Water:
Originally Posted by moed321:
I missed it. Now sure how so I have 2 questions 1. Was under its own power?
Yes, as it is definitely not a good idea to tow a steam locomotive, unless the main rods are removed. Now that 611 has returned to excursion service, she goes anywhere and everywhere under her own power.
And I would have thought the route would be Pomona, Southern Station, make the broad curve to loop around the city and then north along the line that is parallel to US29, correct?
Jack/Rich:
In order to tow a steam locomotive, you'd have to keep the throttle open a bit to keep the cylinders lubed with steam/valve oil, is that right? Is there anything else that you'd have to do?
What about at the CVSRR, when the train is going North with the diesel pulling and 765 is pulled backwards? I assume the throttle is kept open a bit? What else?
Thank you in advance for your information.
Originally Posted by Larry Sr.:
Gilly
How & when did you get tickets for the ride?
Larry
Sorry I'm late responding. We bought our tickets a couple of days after they went on sale. Unfortunately, to the best of my knowledge, Sunday 7/5 will be the last excursion for the 611 this year.
Originally Posted by Standard Gauge:
Originally Posted by Hot Water:
Originally Posted by moed321:
I missed it. Now sure how so I have 2 questions 1. Was under its own power?
Yes, as it is definitely not a good idea to tow a steam locomotive, unless the main rods are removed. Now that 611 has returned to excursion service, she goes anywhere and everywhere under her own power.
And I would have thought the route would be Pomona, Southern Station, make the broad curve to loop around the city and then north along the line that is parallel to US29, correct?
Jack/Rich:
In order to tow a steam locomotive, you'd have to keep the throttle open a bit to keep the cylinders lubed with steam/valve oil, is that right?
That is correct, when "towing" the locomotive under steam. Actually no different that drifting down a very long strap grade.
Is there anything else that you'd have to do?
What about at the CVSRR, when the train is going North with the diesel pulling and 765 is pulled backwards? I assume the throttle is kept open a bit? What else?
Thank you in advance for your information.
There is supposed to be more live streaming today and Sunday:
Note 611 streaming video scheduled July 3 and 5, before it’s done with this season’s excursions.
Trains will live stream excursions with famed Norfolk & Western Class J 4-8-4 No. 611 on July 3 and July 5. We'll try for two great run-bys on the morning excursions from Roanoke, Va., to Lynchburg, Va., via Blue Ridge grade and again in the afternoon, when the locomotive tackles the iconic Christiansburg grade between Roanoke and Walton Junction. This is the grand finale of No. 611's triumphant 2015 return, so don't miss it! Watch it live, only from Trains!
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