H.E.P.C. #46 before…

… and after

With the winter weather upon us, members started to tuck the equipment away for the winter. Because we have so many open windows at the shop, there is a need to cover the equipment for the winter.

With a decent day weather wise, we managed to cover HEPC 0-4-0St #46, the Ontario Hydro Plymouth diesel, the cab of CN 9173, and for the first time in well over 30yrs, the ex-Atlas Steel Porter Fireless is covered from the elements.

Under cover for the first time in over 30yrs, the Atlas Porter is protected from the elements.

While Ken, Ken and Wayne G worked on covering and winterizing the equipment, Wayne M worked on the roof, sheeting over the open windows of the upper heavy repair bay.? This will help keep water and snow out as we slowly work to make the shop weatherproof.? 2014 has been a very progressive year, but the work isn?t finished yet.? Many projects are still being worked on during the off season to prepare for many new displays in 2015. Work will be done to finish the restoration of the inside of the cab of H.E.P.C. electric E-7, and the cab of CN 9173. The Whiting Trackmobile will receive final repairs and be ready for service in 2015. On the front burner is the repair of the air compressor for the Plymouth diesel so that can be put back in service in 2015 as well.

Major progress has been made, and so much more is coming.? If you?d like to help, please drop us an email or give us a call.? Donations are also always accepted, and the Niagara Railway Museum Inc. is a Charitable organization registered with the CRA. Donations over $25 will receive a charitable tax receipt.

CN 9173 has the side windows covered while we make the necessary repairs.

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