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Author:  LisaDepot [ Fri May 18, 2018 10:05 am ]
Post subject:  SAL #6601 Restoration
After a three year journey, with a few hiccups along the way, we've finally completed the restoration of our Budd Tavern Observation Car (SAL #6601/SCL#5841/Amtrak #3341) located in Naples, Florida at the Naples Depot Museum.

We were able to acquire the original Budd blue prints with unwavering assistance from the Pullman Library. One of the many challenges we ran into was translating the 1947 color schemes into today's fabric, paint, etc. with the added layer of procuring these items within the county government parameters. Navigating the process, we tried to achieve the best end product that we could given the situation and deadlines.

There are still a few things that we plan to accomplish in the future (bar front art work, bar glass artwork, table bases) when resources become available.

If anyone has any questions, please let me know!

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File comment: Before restoration- tavern interior with Amtrak decor
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File comment: Tavern end looking south
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File comment: Tavern end looking north
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File comment: Observation end looking south.
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File comment: Observation end looking north.
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File comment: Custom radio cabinet & desk from Pope Custom Furniture/art from local artist Peter Sottong.
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File comment: Exterior- New windows,window band, gaskets
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File comment: Exterior- New windows,window band, gaskets
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Author:  Howard P. [ Fri May 18, 2018 10:27 am ]
Post subject:  Re: SAL #6601 Restoration
That is really wonderful interior work!! And that carpet in the obs section is really excellent; is that a reproduction of the original pattern? It certainly looks "right".

Your group has done a great job with this car.

Howard P.
Author:  Doug Debs 2472 [ Fri May 18, 2018 2:41 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: SAL #6601 Restoration - carpet pattern # & source?
The brick red / maroon fern pattern carpet looks great! If it is newly made, what is the vendor and pattern #?

Thanks! - Doug Debs
Niles Canyon Railway http://www.ncry.org
Author:  Richard Glueck [ Fri May 18, 2018 7:05 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: SAL #6601 Restoration
Stunningly beautiful. Says so much about the art deco era of railroading.
Author:  the Alco kid [ Sat May 19, 2018 12:17 am ]
Post subject:  Re: SAL #6601 Restoration
I got to tour this car back in 2013 or 2014, The car looks great!
Author:  tomgears [ Sat May 19, 2018 3:16 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: SAL #6601 Restoration
Fantastic work! Thanks for sharing.
Author:  LisaDepot [ Mon May 21, 2018 8:32 am ]
Post subject:  Re: SAL #6601 Restoration
Howard P. wrote:
That is really wonderful interior work!! And that carpet in the obs section is really excellent; is that a reproduction of the original pattern? It certainly looks "right".

Your group has done a great job with this car.

Howard P.


Thank you! Both carpets are custom reproductions
Author:  LisaDepot [ Mon May 21, 2018 8:34 am ]
Post subject:  Re: SAL #6601 Restoration - carpet pattern # & source?
Doug Debs 2472 wrote:
The brick red / maroon fern pattern carpet looks great! If it is newly made, what is the vendor and pattern #?

Thanks! - Doug Debs
Niles Canyon Railway http://www.ncry.org


We purchased it through Ray Clauss of StarTrak
Author:  Zak Lybrand [ Mon May 21, 2018 9:55 am ]
Post subject:  Re: SAL #6601 Restoration
This looks so amazing! That photo looking towards the observation end looks almost like a color tinted photo. Congratulations to all involved!
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