On our continued project of cosmetic restoration for BEDT Engine 16 continued with the preparation of the drivers installation under the locomotive. 4 of the 6 journal brasses were returned to under the locomotive hung on wire with grease for the drivers to be returned back under them. A large project that was also completed was the movement of the rest of the running gear back over to the locomotive. The parts were stored with Engine 39 in a storage container until the day came that we would put them back on the engine. We are missing the main rods, but the majority of the running gear is there and is also ready for reinstallation. We were also lucky enough to have the proper equipment for the move which made what would of been a day project done in 30 mins. Special thanks goes to Don Fisher, Anthony DeBellis, Dick Horn, Mike Arnold, Don Rollock, Don Lavelle, Steve Susic, Steve Wolbert and Joe Coasta for all there hard work on Engine 16 this weekend! The cosmetic restoration of BEDT #16 is made possible in part by grants from the Suffolk County Department of Economic Development & Workforce Housing, the Long Island Sunrise Trail Chapter – NRHS and the generosity of RMLI members. Thank you to all for your help in preserving the history of New York State!
