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Author:  Bob Yarger [ Wed Sep 17, 2003 8:29 pm ]
Post subject:  Anchorage Davenport

In pretty good shape for several decades in the harsh Alaska climate.

http://abpr2.railfan.net/abprphoto.cgi?february03/02-20-03/AKRR_Davenport_Steam_Loco_05.jpg
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Author:  Bob Yarger [ Wed Sep 17, 2003 8:41 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Anchorage Davenport

This one, like several others, was built to 36" gauge, then converted to standard. As the cylinder saddle would have to be widened to do this, can someone explain how? I'm guessing with some kind of spacer blocks?

http://abpr2.railfan.net/abprphoto.cgi?february03/02-20-03/AKRR_Davenport_Steam_Loco_07.jpg
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