Re: (erielack) All aboard Bingo

[Robert John Davis <trains_@_robertjohndavis.com>]

On 7/1/02 9:14 AM, "Ken" <erie910_@_harborbeach.com> wrote:

> Do RDC's meet current FRA standards regarding automatic train stop?  I
> thought that was the reason that MetroNorth gave up its RDC's--too
> difficult, if not impossible, to retrofit them with ATS.  Also, don't
> forget that RDC's have 2 brakestands, 2 control stands, and an engine
> that's difficult to service.  Occasional use is fine, but daily use would
> require more servicing than a push-pull trainset.
> 
> 
> Ken B.


Ken,

These cars have already been in daily commuter service on the NYS&W in
Syracuse long after their MN days.

Rob
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