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URHS begins restoration of last U34CH
URHS also has a pair of low-door Comet Is that match the U34CH. It would probably not be very difficult to replicate a 1970s/80s NJDOT commuter train, and I hope to see the 3372 screaming out of Hoboken again before too long.
we have a 3 Comet I cars. 2 trailers and 1 cab car. its going to take us a while to get 3372 running due to traction motor wires being damaged and cut. 5 out 6 to be exact. But we are hoping to get 3372 fully running, its just going to take a little longer then we thought thanks to the vandals. But 3372 is home now and safe. were going to start on the body work and get some Est. to rebuild or repair/replace the traction motors. For more info go to.
http://urhs.org/blog/help-restore-u34ch-3372/
What is Project U-Boat?
Project U-Boat is the URHS’s effort to restore Erie Lackawanna 3372 to operation. The U34CH is a landmark in locomotive design, and it is a design that is entirely unique to the state of New Jersey. 3372 is the last servicable U34CH left in existence, and it is owned by the URHS of NJ. A recent review of the organization’s motive power revealed that 3372 is the locomotive closest to potential operation, and to make restoration a reality, the URHS needs your help!
HELP US RAISE 3372 DOLLARS!
Phase 2 of Project U-Boat will begin the locomotive’s cosmetic restoration to protect it from the elements. This includes minor body work, light metal repairs, and a new coat of primer. $3372 will cover the costs of all supplies needed as well as several gallons of one of the best industrial primers available. We will be giving the U-Boat a paint job that will last for years!
Do you like get getting your hands dirty? Come volunteer with the URHS and help us restore 3372! If you are interested, click the link below and let us know. There is no commitment and no skills are required to help the URHS restore a piece of history !
About the U34CH:
The U34CH represented a landmark in passenger train operation. It is truly the “last of the first of its kind.” During the late 60’s and early 70’s, passenger trains were nearing the end of an era. Aging equipment, heated by steam, could not stand up to the demands of changing technology. Acro