Re: UP 6936 - the only one that runs?
Author: OPRRMS
Date: 04-29-2022 - 14:10
Doofus Wrote:
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> > > Is UP 6936 the only EMD DDA40X "Centennial"
> > that
> > > operates and runs?
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> > A more accurate description would be that it
> was
> > the only DDA40X that was operable and ran after
> > retirement.
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> Close. It also got a complete overhaul in the
> mid-late'90s including new (from EMD)engines,
> rebuilt main and auxiliary alternators, D78
> traction motors, new wheelsets, rebuilt air
> compressors, new batteries, etc.
Perhaps I didn't clearly explain my answer to the OP's question, so I'll try again.
-> No DDA40Xs operated or ran again after being removed from the roster (6936 was never removed from the roster).