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Whoever made the comment about the brake application shouldn't make assumptions or listen to the media. The only proof is the event recorder after download and "Nobody" has that info except Amtrak and it will be examined by Amtrak within the 1st few hrs and the NTSB. The download is considered...

As everyone knows, Amtrak is facing a strike by the majority of unions. Bush signed a PEB to avert a strike during the holidays, but it's obvious a cooling off period is not going to help negotiations. Amtrak has filed lawsuits to break up the union coalition, trying to force them to negotiate...

Great pics!!!!!!!! You can see the collision posts worked well to keep the nose from crushing the crew, but I'm curious if that's the consoles in the window. From the side pic, It's clear the crew compartment wasn't damaged too bad. It looks like the truck may have pushed up into the console...

The AMF II DinerLite running in Silver Service has the new blue interior, booths on both ends with a seat missing for handicapped access and a room built for the conductor to do business on the A end. The small BR was removed for storage space and a stand up freezer is next to the service area...

Word has it the DinerLites are not working out and the Diners will stay in sevice for 10 more yrs!!!!!!! MJ B)

Heard a rumor today that Amtrak was denied the option to strike and sent back to arbitration! Any info is appreciated!!!!!! MJ B)

We have a few running in Silver Service. Don't know if they are "prototypes"? Don't know if the stand up freezer is enough for the whole trip or restocked enroute. Now has 2 convection and 2 microwave ovens. Any comments on the food? MJ B) B)

Depends on what CNOC has for cars! They have been used as lounges behind the diner and used by themselves! B)

We are running a few of the lounge cars in Silver Service.

Hi everybody!!!! Just came across this thread and thought I would add my "2 cents"! As most of us know, when the RR's were laying track in the 1800's, the government gave "right of way" and parcels of land along the 'right of way" to the RR barons. Many laws were passed during the "RR Era"...

Illuminator has provide lighting for RR cars for decades. Previous systems use a simple "on-off button" for lighting. The V/L's have a "light controller box" and a "video control box" in the ceiling for each room. There was a modification put out that the boxes needed to be grounded, but it...

Good evening, Everybody!!!!!!! What an interesting topic!!!!! :lol: I prefer cars built by Pullman and Budd!!!!! They were very well built for years of service and very safe if involved in an accident! I do like the V/L design, and can only imagine if they were built by Budd!!!!! Spend the...

Hi Densgirl!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's OK to use your coffeemaker without blowing up the train!!! The 120V outlets in each room are GFI outlets. The 480V from the locomotive provides enough power for everything!!!!! There are 2 outlets per room. Enjoy your trip!!!!!!!! MJ B)

Just a little info!!!!!!!!!! 28018 still has the lounge look with few changes. Here's the changes. The interior has the AMF II retrofit colors of blue and white, with wood paneling in the center section. There is no floor carpet. The "A" end still has the same booth configuration, but a...

Carmen were told a few weeks ago to check Dorm cars wheels for last trip to BG. 28018 is in HIA for PM and is a Diner/Lounge!!!!!!! Looks great!!!!!!!!! MJ B)

Heard departures from Miami are changing to 7am and 11 am MJ B)

Depends on the time of season!!!!!!! It has had as many as 4 V/L's, usually during the holidays. MJ B)

Everyone gets paid the same rate, regardless of "time of service". Electricians, Carmen and Sheet Metal Workers get the same hourly rate. Electricians with a "Tech" rating get 50 cents an hr more! A/C rate is 20 cents if doing HVAC. Carmen get $5 if they do welding that day. Loco Techs make $2...

It's been a few years, but we had a few foremen apply for a Managers job in the Carolinas. I belive it was servicing the Piedmont trains. They were the only Amtrak employees on the property and watched over the Herzog employees. Herzog operates Miami's Tri-Rail system. Word has it that Herzog...

The idea of a "strike" is scary!!!!!!!!! :unsure: I'm surprised Amtrak doesn't file bankruptcy to void labor contracts, reorganize and use non-union labor! They already have Herzog in facilities!!!!!!!!!!! :angry: