mike g. posted:WOO HOO Jim! you da man!
Elliot, this may sound a little silly, but I see the lead engine has a front coupler on it. Couldn't you just back an engine or 2 into the front one to help pull it out?
A rail rescue isn't as easy as it sounds. I'd probably have to send in two engines lashed up, couple on, then re-lash all four, and power out. I don't think I could handle two throttles at once, which is why the re-lash is necessary. I really don't want to drag the tires on the dead unit if I can help it. It may restart with just a push. I might be able to nudge it with a stick, and power it about 15' to where it's easier to reach.