Rayman4449 Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 It's that time of the year again to look at making donations to your favorite steam restoration project! There are many to choose from so the more the better! It's important because these efforts could go nowhere without funding and with even just a little money from a lot of people can make all the difference and fully fund all of these efforts. So take a few mins and send a donation, even something as small as $5.00 adds up so please send something. Keep up to date on the progress of this restoration project at: http://www.nmslrhs.org/Status/status.php Work session photos posted each week can be found here: http://www.nmslrhs.org/Photos/photos.php Here is a great video about the history of the 2926 and it's restoration. These guys have a first class operation going on over there and deserve our support and backing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrentGroth Posted December 7, 2014 Share Posted December 7, 2014 Ray, I'm all for the restoration of 2926 and all steam that's still savable. But, in your back yard (Topeka, Kansas) is another Santa Fe Locomotive that could easily be ruined beyond recovery. I'm speaking of 3463. There is a group trying to "modernize" her and take her to 120 MPH to prove their point of modern steam power. I have been told this same group has tried this before and already ruined one locomotive in a previous attempt. Anyone who wants to help, let me know if you need the contact info of the group in Topeka who are trying to preserve 3463. I'm in touch with their legal council. BrentGroth@Yahoo.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted December 7, 2014 Author Share Posted December 7, 2014 Thanks for sharing Brent. I remember hearing something about a group wanting to get ahold of the engine but don't remember much about the details. I would love to see that 3463 restored it is a beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted April 24, 2015 Author Share Posted April 24, 2015 Keep up to date on the progress of this restoration project at: http://www.nmslrhs.org/Status/status.php Work session photos posted each week can be found here: http://www.nmslrhs.org/Photos/photos.php They provide regular updates on the site. Please also donate at the links on their website to help these guys finish what is a first class restoration! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 The ATSF #2926 crew is looking to raise $200,000 for an engine house and needs your help! Everyone take a moment to go out and donate $5.00 and spread the word! Email all your friends that are passionate about steam to help them reach their goal. If each person does this they will reach their goal and then some. Just need everyone to chip in a little. http://krqe.com/2015/08/08/restorers-seek-200k-for-protection-for-rebuilt-steam-locomotive/- News article The ATSF #2926 - Go Fund Me page: http://www.gofundme.com/SantaFe2926 Please again take a moment to chip in a little! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAZGRR7315 Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 From watching the vid's and listening to the info, am I understanding that the building (engine shed) will be on its own? Info shows the engine shops where she was built as being redone into a museum as well (Wheels etc.) - why isn't an effort made to locate in the shop building in a portion of the building? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted October 7, 2015 Author Share Posted October 7, 2015 Please donate to their GoFundMe campaign to help build the engine house for the 2926: https://www.gofundme.com/SantaFe2926?utm_source=internal&utm_medium=email&utm_content=cta_button&utm_campaign=upd_n They are doing a first class restoration job and this engine needs to be kept under protection! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted November 18, 2015 Author Share Posted November 18, 2015 Restoration is nearing completion. http://www.kob.com/article/stories/s3963541.shtml They are needing $200,000 to house the engine, please consider making a donation here: http://www.nmslrhs.org/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted January 30, 2016 Author Share Posted January 30, 2016 Newsletter for 4th Qtr 2015 4Q-15 Final.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted June 17, 2016 Author Share Posted June 17, 2016 The engine house is officially constructed! See the video on the home page. http://www.nmslrhs.org/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted February 5, 2018 Author Share Posted February 5, 2018 Rebuild - Full report for 2017 year (45:30mins) This is a first class restoration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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