Well, CSRR posted an update about the 7470 saying that the engine will not be in operation untill next year. Below is what is posted at the site.
-Justin Franz
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Below is from Conway Scenic's website.
www.conwayscenic.com
We regret to inform our faithful customers and the general public that our steam locomotive #7470 will not be available for Railfans' weekend this year.
While continuing the work of changing out 37 half couplings on the #7470 the crew discovered some hairline cracking in one small area of the boiler. That section was cut out in preparation for the placement of what is called a "flush patch". Upon removal of that small section of boiler plate additional hairline cracks were found in one corner of the fire box sheets. . After careful consideration it was determined that due to the amount of time it will take to make these additional repairs the engine will not be available for Railfans' weekend.
CSRR has invested many thousands of dollars in the work to make #7470 operable again and we are committed to doing whatever is necessary to return this locomotive to service.
It is our great hope that #7470 will be in regular operation during the 2006 season and we thank you for your support and understanding as we progress with these repairs.
Please plan on supporting this restoration by coming to CSRR to ride behind steam in 2006.
Thank you,
The management, CSRR
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