CBQer posted:I think I read the mountain based trains such as the D&RG ran the cabooses so the stack was behind the cupolas so as the stove was used the smoke would not filter into the caboose. Some would say the caboose is running backwards.
Dick
Are.you.saying downhill,the atmospheric pressure increase over cabin pressure (still at lower high alt pressure) is enough to stifle the flow of the flue and even reverse the flow? I.could kinda see it if the stove side stacked, stoves fills if leaned and it comes out a crack/seam up high.