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There are now seven Rail Runner coaches parked on temp storage tracks in Albuquerque, two more than last week. Three more to come. <br /> <br /> But no sign yet of the five MP36 locos from Idaho. <br /> <br /> And, I've heard that the station-building contractor has balked at starting any construction, apparently due to change-order prohibitions imposed by owner Mid-Region Council of Governments. A possible reason: recent excavations for an adjacent downtown intermodal Greyhound bus terminal project, still underway, uncovered contaminated earth, surprise foundations and forgotten utility lines. Weeks of unanticipated extra digging and tons of soil replacement resulted. Artifact discovery also slowed progress. The new Greyhound depot is located on the site of the old Albuquerque ATSF station which burned down almost ten years ago. <br /> <br /> Many grade crossings need added protection. Signals still must be put up and wired between Isleta Junction and Belen Junction, some 17 miles of "dark territory". Passing sidings are needed along the 'Runner's mostly single-track route. <br /> <br /> I'll be one of the first to ride the 'Runner'. But I fear the first train won't go "beep-beep" until well into next year.
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