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In the News (Tue 17 Nov 09)

  
  Diesel Locomotive FAQ
Unlike in a gasoline engine in which the fuel is ignited by spark plugs, the fuel in a diesel engine ignites because of the air pressure inside the cylinders.
A cab unit has no external walkways and the carbody is the same width as the locomotive itself.
Diesel locomotives have an availability of 90% or better, compared to 30-40% for the average steamer.
exotic.railfan.net /dieselfaq.htm   (2231 words)

  
 The Railroad Paint Shop: Guestbook - Old Mail
I have used the same scheme on my Winter Valley diesels for over 25 years, and it is well known in various circles, however I don't have access to a good outline drawing that I can use.
I will use your drawings to assist with the custom painting of my diesel fleet, and I assure you my work will be better because of you.
The lower numbers had high cab mounted number boards and the high numbered units had their short noses chopped with the number boards on the short hood.
paintshop.railfan.net /guestbookold.html   (8762 words)

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