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Author:  The Fireman [ Sat Aug 18, 2018 1:10 pm ]
Post subject:  Sliding Windows for RDC
I'm looking for a source of sliding windows that could be used on an RDC with an inoperative Air Conditioning system. I'm aware of the Reading, Blue Mountain & Northern's recent application of such windows to their RDCs, wondering if anyone else has experience with such work, as well as price per unit. Thanks in advance!
Author:  Randy Hees [ Sun Aug 19, 2018 6:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Sliding Windows for RDC
Would it be simpler to fix the A/C? At $200+ per window, plus any needed rubber gaskets, it adds up fast... A/C while not cheap might be cheaper, and result in better preservation.

Randy
Author:  EJ Berry [ Sun Aug 19, 2018 10:42 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Sliding Windows for RDC
Why not contact RBMN directly; they have done it and recently got another RDC.

http://www.rbmnrr-passenger.com/contact/

Phil Mulligan
Author:  The Fireman [ Mon Aug 20, 2018 10:41 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Sliding Windows for RDC
Randy Hees wrote:
Would it be simpler to fix the A/C? At $200+ per window, plus any needed rubber gaskets, it adds up fast... A/C while not cheap might be cheaper, and result in better preservation.

Randy


I would agree entirely on the prospect of repairing AC being more viable. This isn't a car we own, its owner has requested exploring the option of opening windows.
Author:  Otto Vondrak [ Tue Aug 21, 2018 5:03 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Sliding Windows for RDC
Every time someone installs sliding windows in a Budd passenger car, a unicorn cries.

-otto-
Author:  BSFSRYFAN [ Tue Aug 21, 2018 5:55 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Sliding Windows for RDC
Budd actually offered an opening window option on its coaches and RDC cars. The demonstrator unit had a couple of sets of them. The NYS&W commuter cars Budd built had them.

Perhaps contact the illinois railroad museum. I think they have the Budd drawings from Bombardier.
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