Unusual Explanation for Delay (Port Jervis line)

[DutchRailnut]

With engines new running from 2.4 to 4.7 million and coaches being in 1.3 million per car range, no there is not much spare sitting around.
after purchase inspecting this stuff everyday would add up considerable.
even an engine change on a trainset has a lot more things involved than years ago.
HEP and jumpers hooked up can be done in a few Minutes but now a passenger braketest needs to be done since new power is added.

[Sirsonic]

Actually, the only brake test that needs to be done, provided that the locomotive has recieved a daily inspection (it should have, otherwise it would not be in service) is a rear end apply and release. This test is to ensure brake pipe continuity. There is no need or requirement for any more involved tests.

Also, the train was delayed not due to a locomotive problem, but rather due to a problem with the cab car. The bellows (air springs) on the cab car were for some reason deflated or underinflated. Because this condition can lead to more serious problems, the train is restricted to 60 mph and 30 mph when diverting through turnouts and crossovers, as well as over crossings.