KOOLjock1 posted:Yeah, in the big scheme of things getting a pipe shop to roll in flues is probably not too bad.
A bit more involved than "getting a pipe shop to roll in flues", as the person/persons had better be experienced in the Boiler Maker trade, as well as experienced in steam locomotive boilers and applicable practices (locomotive boilers are quite a bit different than stationary boilers).
Running gear and other "wear down" parts however... in a world lacking tool and die shops etc....
Tool and die shops are not necessary, but top notch Machinists are. Also, for what it's worth, only one engine on 1218 was completely overhauled prior to the end of the "steam program" on NS. Thus, the other engine needs a complete rebuild, i.e. machinery, spring rigging, pins & bushings, etc..
It can be done... the folks in Cumberland are proving that every day. It just takes money and more importantly a railroad willing to run it.
The "railroad willing to run it" is obviously the MOST important point.
Jon
