PACIFIC RAILROAD SOCIETY
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PACIFIC RAILROAD SOCIETY is one of the oldest rail enthusiast organizations in the United States. We are comprised of people from all ages and walks of life who share an interest in railroads, and membership is open to anyone interested in railroads or rail transit. Train travel, history, preservation, equipment restoration and photography are among the interests and activities of the Society. The Society is run entirely by volunteers.
IF YOU ENJOY RAILROADS & RAIL TRAVEL, PACIFIC RAILROAD SOCIETY IS FOR YOU!
EXCURSION #562 CANCELLED
National Forum will NOT to San Diego/Los Angeles, August 1st.
The Pacific Railroad Society attempted to obtain a current PC-1 [Air Brake Certificate] for our Pullman car, National Forum. Our contract car Inspector worked on and tested our car at Amtrak's Eighth Street facility on July 13 and 14.
Unfortunately, our car failed the Amtrak required "Single Car Air Test. This was a surprise since the car had previously been operating properly. Our contractor did a comprehensive analysis. Unfortunately, we were not able to diagnose the problem. We tried to fix the problem by changing out the main control valve with a new one. The same problem persisted.
Because of the nature of the problem, the only way to fix it for sure, is to perform a complete COT&S [Clean, Oil, Test & Stencil] which will involve changing all brake valve components, all brake cylinders, connecting hoses, and charging of the system with technicians underneath the car actively inspecting every part of the brake system to eliminate any possibility for leakage. This procedure will take more time than is possible to complete before the Excursion date of August 1.
We are forced to withdraw our request for a trip using the National Forum on August 1.
When we have completed the COT&S (which will also include a current PC-1), we will contact you again about possibly running these trips to San Diego.
Rest easy, REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED. We will contact you shortly. The officers and directors of the PRS are deeply sorry to get your hopes up and then dash them. We are just as disappointed as you are. Your understanding is appreciated.
Order tickets on-line on the PRS excursion page. https://www.pacificrailroadsociety.org/excursions
VISIT: The Pacific Railroad Society Museum is located in the historic Santa Fe Depot in San Dimas and is open most Saturdays of each month from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Museum is staffed by volunteers, so please call (909) 394-0616 before you visit to confirm the schedule. PRS endeavors to open the Museum on additional days for researchers, tour groups, and special requests. Please call to arrange a visit during off-hours.
JOIN: Membership in the Society is open to anyone interested in trains, railroads, or rail transit. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Yearly dues start at just $45. Members have many opportunities for involvement and social interaction of varying levels. Click HERE to learn more about the benefits of membership.
TRAVEL: Pacific Railroad Society owns railcars that it takes on private train excursions! Excursions are generally on Amtrak routes to destinations such as San Luis Obispo, San Diego, and Perris. Society members and the general public can purchase tickets for these excursions. Click HERE to learn more about past and future excursions.
Support Pacific Railroad Society with a donation.
Pacific Railroad Society, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization, run by an all-volunteer crew - no one is paid! 100% of your donation is deductible and will support the educational and historical preservation activities of the society. https://www.pacificrailroadsociety.org/give/donate
Support the Historic Santa Fe Cantilever Signal Bridge Project.
The Pacific Railroad Society supports the Historic Santa Fe Cantilever Signal Bridge Project. Mr. Paul LaCiura is working to erect a Santa Fe cantilever signal bridge in Rhoads Park, San Dimas CA, right next to the historic San Dimas Santa Fe Depot. We want to help save this piece of industrial architecture for San Dimas, to serve as a monument to railroad's influence on the historical development of the San Gabriel Valley. The PRS is collecting donations for this project to help realize this dream, which will greatly enhance the City of San Dimas and our facility. PRS Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization which promotes historic preservation and education on the railroad's role in history and society in general. Check out the project website at:
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