CSX 983 (2)         
Two of the newer GE ES44AC-H's shoving a coal train through the mountains between Casparis and Indian Creek. Why is it so dirty looking already you ask? Well you'd get dirty too if you got put on the back of these coal trains. Note the metal box on the ground. That is a grease box which puts grease on the train wheels for less friction on curves. Friction shortens the lifespan of both the wheels and the rails.
Date: 3/17/2012 Location: South Connellsville, PA Views: 523 Collection Of:   Curt Beal
Locomotives: CSX 984(ES44AC-H) CSX 983(ES44AC-H)    Author:  Curt Beal
CSX 983 (2)
Picture Categories: Roster,Scenic,Action This picture is part of album:  CSX Keystone Sub at Indian Creek, Pa
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William H. Davis Jr. General Nice shot 3/18/2012 6:15:23 PM
Fred Stuckmann General That makes sense, but begs the question: Why use your newest power in pusher mode? Wouldn't you want that on the point? 3/19/2012 7:29:27 AM
Olaf Junges General Very nice shot! 3/21/2012 5:46:15 PM
Mike Maskel General great shot @ LOCATION 4/22/2012 11:50:54 PM
David Waters General Good pic. How does that greaser work, presure 10/27/2013 10:06:42 AM
David Waters General How does it work, pressure, electric, timer??? 10/27/2013 10:09:06 AM
Curt Beal General From what I have read, the wheels pass over a pressure sensitive plate which gives hydraulic pressure to the grease in the box making it move through the hose. 10/29/2013 12:10:47 PM

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