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<div>The “gremlins” were really out this morning and we developed a new problem (or maybe it was just an extension of an older issue).</div>
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<div>There is a series of crossovers and turnouts on the exit side of the Frieght Yard, on the Freight mainline. A few of us were derailing around this area. Investigation showed a further deterioration of the transition rails, especially when passing over
the 30° crossing. </div>
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<div>Unfortunately, the long term fix is to replace this complex entirely. We already have this planned for after Fair. </div>
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<div>We decided to bypass this complex by routing through the Freight Yard. The entrance and exit switches on the Dispatch Panel are shown below. </div>
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<div>This will take you around the offending set of turnouts / crossovers. </div>
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<div>This does not affect the Passenger mainline at all. </div>
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<div>This condition may change from day to day. Test and see if you need to use this bypass. </div>
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<div>Feel free to send me any other observations. </div>
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.298);">-Wayne</span></div>
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