1361 was in no way unlucky really. She was actually extremely lucky. She was saved from scrap and is now gonna steam again!

I bet bird brain wouldn't agree

​@therailroadguy470 no I mean 1361 was unlucky because of her extremely short excursion career after her first restoration

@@adventuresofamtrakcascades301 That still isn’t really unlucky. There have been locomotives with much more unlucky stories

​@therailroadguy470 I know. But this one was probably the first one you came into my mind, and it was so baffling for her because her first excursions in the 80s were very popular

Amen!

Good to know, thanks for the extra information. Looks like the project is finally going to be finished.

I’m so glad you understand the whole story of this restoration and I’m thankful for your support of this project.

That'd be a major sight that (I would expect by the way) would have drawn literally every single Pennsylvania Railroad fan all around to see it, no doubt at all

Agreed.

Don't worry it will run soon

Grants were made throughout the years during previous restoration attempts. This a whole new campaign.

She will come back.

And soon! The restoration is nearing completion inch by inch. Mile by mile and soon she’s be on the mainline pulling passengers and tourists on her old stomping grounds. I’ll so be there to ride her!

It is a Travor USB Microphone. But I just improved my audio editing skills. Final Cut Pro X was a GREAT improvement over iMovie. Just look at the difference between 1361 and Union Pacific 618.

Bitters at the Saloon

It sure will.

Sooner than later.

They’ve hired FMW Solutions to finish the restoration. If they finishes US Sugar 148, they can certainly finish 1361.

Have fun trackside taking pictures of 1361 when it rolls out again. @wobblinwheel

Any steam locomotive restoration is a money pit. But they are always a labor of love, and that’s all that matters.

May seem like it to you @Rebel9668, but many definitely disagree with you because we want to see it run. This restoration will be worth it at the end. If you are not out trackside with your phone camera ready when 1361 is back into service, I’ll be amazed.

@@chooch1764 In as much as I live in Southern Indiana, I can pretty much guarantee I won't be there, much less with a cell phone as if I do any videoing I use a dedicated camera. I'm not saying it won't be nice to have another one running, I'm just saying why did it become a financial burden to the State as opposed to donors who are the ones wanting to see it run.

@@Rebel9668 The two surviving K4s are the official steam locomotives of Pennsylvania. These locomotives were the backbone of the Pennsylvania Railroad’s passenger trains. Years ago, the state was willing to send grants toward the project. The main issue was as the locomotive was taken apart for rebuilding, more parts were discovered they needed to be replaced. Fortunately, some pieces of the restoration were completed at Steamtown years ago, with one example being the backhead of the firebox. The previous management is no longer involved and a new and more dedicated group of board members, volunteers, and even FMW Solutions have been involved since 2021. They will get this project done. Even if it takes millions of dollars to complete, it will be worth it once the restoration is done. This locomotive will be used for educational programs, Steam demonstrations, and excursions on other railroads. The museum already has invites/agreements with the Western Maryland Scenic, Colebrookdale Railroad, likely the Everett Railroad, and others. Railfans from around the world will flock over to Altoona, including other naysayers that have called it a “money pit” or saying “it’ll never run again”. Generating millions of dollars that will not only benefit the museum, but also Blair County and other places 1361 will go. Honestly, this shouldn’t even be called a money pit to begin with, because there is so much potential in this restoration and so many great things will come in the future. Just for that comment you made, another donation will go to this restoration by me.

I agree she should’ve been completed sooner. But the Railroaders Memorial Museum only has so much money. They will get her done, but it takes time, and more importantly, money.

Guess what @jackandsusangerstner1369, not every steam locomotive restoration goes as planned. More parts had to be replaced than the workers previously thought, which is actually not uncommon. Also, this restoration runs on donations. The more donations made, the sooner it will operate. I’ve donated hundreds of dollars to this project and I’ll keep donating until 1361 steams again.

​@@chooch1764 and 1361s restoration story is in my opinion the best example of what it really takes to actually restore a piece of machine, especially a locomotive

@jackandsusangerstner1369 why don't you get off your ass and go help restore a steam locomotive instead of demand it being done? Don't be so entitled