Description: "Basic Steam Locomotive Maintenance" by D.C. Buell, published January 1, 1980.This 333-page book is an authoritative guide on maintaining steam locomotives. It provides an in-depth look at various aspects of steam locomotive maintenance, covering topics such as:Practical locomotive firingCombustion and firingLocomotive boilersLifting injectorsLocomotive valvesVarious valve gears (Walschaert, Baker, Young)Correct valve settingLocomotive superheatersThe book features helpful diagrams throughout the text to illustrate the concepts. It was used to train tens of thousands of railroad shop craftsmen who maintained the nation's steam locomotive fleets. "Basic Steam Locomotive Maintenance" is a valuable resource for railroad enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone interested in the mechanics and operations of steam locomotives. The hardcover has NO markings, highlighting or underlining. Some wear but overall very good condition. Inventory code: 3SEPT24_B7_3R_1
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Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Book Title: Basic Steam Locomotive Maintenance
Signed: No
Ex Libris: No
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Publisher: Simmons - Boardman Books Inc
Original Language: English
Intended Audience: Young Adults, Adults
Inscribed: No
Personalize: No
Publication Year: 1980
Type: Steam Locomotive Maintenance Manual
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Author: D.C. Buell
Personalized: No
Features: Illustrated
Genre: Engineering & Technology, History, Railroad History
Topic: Steam Locomotive Maintenance
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
