Locomotive Truck Assemblies

A complete book dedicated to explaining the elements of a truck assembly, bolster, center bearing truck frame, wear plates, etc. Their limits of wear and tolerances (as in tramming) that must be rigidly observed to assure efficient and safe operation. Methods of inspection of trucks and their components, and recommended procedures for repair and rebuilding. The text describes, with illustration, those limits of components beyond which parts must be replaced, repaired or rebuilt. Equipment discussed are the two-axle and three-axle floating bolster truck assembly, pedestal guide and journal wear plates, swing bolster and spring rigging, assemble and disassemble, inspection, repair or rebuilding of these parts. Softcover.