(erielack) Re: Steam engines

[Jjbchian_@_aol.com]

In a message dated 3/16/2006 3:34:17 AM Mountain Standard Time, 
erielack-owner_@_lists.elhts.org writes:


> 
> I'll defer the required steam in the cylinders for movement to some of the  
> steam heads. :)
> 
> 

 Steam locomotives are lubricated by two types of oil, regular lubricating 
oil is used in mechanical lubricators for guides, pedestal liners, etc. On 
modern locomotives, steam cylinders, valves and packing are lubricated by valve 
oil. This product is specifically made to mix with steam, and as the steam enters 
the piston valve, it mixes with the valve oil, then enters the cylinder 
through the action of the valve. This is how these critical areas of the locomotive 
receive lubrication. With the engine dead, no steam is available and no 
lubrication is provided. That is why engines moving to a shop were moved "live" and 
perhaps with a restriction, or the main rod would be pulled and the engine 
moved dead in tow. 

Somewhere I have instructions for moving steam engines in tow.

JJBoehner  


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