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MarkStrittmatter posted:

...At least there is a small flicker at the end of the dark tunnel for this locomotive.

A very small flicker.

Sadly, this project has been a textbook example of how not to manage a steam locomotive restoration.

Yes, its a government project. Until this locomotive is under the private sector, the restoration will be a long and lengthy ordeal.

Most all the equipment at the Altoona Railroad Museum are in a very sad state. The good news is its has been saved from being scrapped.

The building has been well restored. and the addition of the "metal barn" has been an improvement. I believe some of the K4 parts are on display inside a glass case in the museum.

I hope that there will be a "phase 2" that will start restoring the passenger cars and outdoor equipment including the K4.  But that money, and where it comes from, has yet to be seen.

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