This past weekend, more cosmetic restoration work was performed on the 1218. The rods on the front engine of the fireman’s side were sanded, primed, and then an aluminum paint finish was applied. A special thank you goes out to our crew for their hard work on the 1218! | Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611

What is the 5 year FRA cap inspection that the 611 is undergoing? In this clip from the “611: American Icon” blu-ray, Chief Mechanical Officer Scott Lindsay explains how a flexible staybolt and cap are inspected during the 611’s 2014 restoration. If you’d like to see more of the restoration and how the 611 returned to steam, “611: American Icon” can be purchased by clicking https://shop.vmt.org/611-american-icon-blu-ray/ | Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611

It’s 12/18 day on the calendar! To celebrate the 1218, let’s take a cab ride on the locomotive during an excursion in the early 90s. The 1218 is currently on display at the Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke, Va. with no immediate plans for restoration. Video: Roger Holmes This cab ride and much more steam on NS from the 80s and 90s can be found and purchased on dvd by clicking: http://www.greenfrog.com/HO_SteamNSCollection_DVD.shtml | Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611