Over on another site, which I won't mention, the people there would rather insult "outsiders" when they ask questions. Since I am not a transit employee in NYC, certain subjects are deined access to me. I have been on the site for over 10 years. It does not matter. I merely pose these questions? What is the reason the "D" type museum cars are not repaired? Is it impossible because it is just too big a job? Is it money? If so, why doesn't the money come from the usual sources? Well, that's it. A conversation was initiated regarding the Toronto Rocket articluated cars and the hints and rumors that similar cars would return to NY. Any information on this subject would be highly appreciated.
along with the time needed to do the repair at the shop that keeps the running museum cars up.
Along with the "shoestring" budget,you wind up making a choise on what can be restored to operating condition.
At least a "D" type was saved and is displayed at a safe location
Before the TA Museum existed,most of the Museum fleet was"buried" in nooks and forgotten trackage across the system.
Every operating Museum has to make this tough choise on what operates or gets a cosmetic restoration.
If the TTC(Toronto) is able to get their car back to running condition at a reasonable cost,that might be the "guide"
to restoring the "D" type.