Robert, the Norfolk Southern 21st Century Steam Program is alive and well for 2015.
When the 765 goes in for its 15 year overhaul in 2019, that work can be completed over one winter maintenance season. 765 won't be out of service for all that long.
I was wondering this very thing when 765 was due for inspection. So the major overhaul she got bringing her back to manufacturer specs is not require this time around, I'm guessing?
Correct. The "complete overhaul" performed on 765 some years ago included the boiler/firebox "furnace system", as well as all her machinery.
Or she's be down longer?
Not sure what you mean by this, but all that would be required in 2019 would be the FRA mandated 15 year boiler inspection, i.e. removal of all jacketing & insulation, and removal of enough boiler tubes/flues so a person can FULLY INSPECT the entire inside of the boiler.
Holding up very well I can see.
Yes she is, because she is meticulously maintained by a dedicated crew.
