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 #838031  by jtunnel
 
While waiting for the R Train at 49th Street yesterday, the Transit Geometry train went through the station. I noticed the third rail cover was wet after it had passed.

Why?

Thanks.
 #838179  by RussNelson
 
jtunnel wrote:While waiting for the R Train at 49th Street yesterday, the Transit Geometry train went through the station. I noticed the third rail cover was wet after it had passed.
I think you meant to say "the third rail cover was wet after it had pissed." :-)
 #838388  by BobLI
 
It may be the condensation run off from the air conditioners.