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Need help with the history of reefer cars...
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Tracklayer, <br /> <br />In answer to your second question about truss rods etc. You will find that cars from around 1900 to 1935 or so change pretty dramatically as the railroads retire cars with truss rods, certain trucks, certain brake systems, start using more steel and shift to larger cars. Most of this was done because of safety and reliability issues. There are big differences in how trains look, say in 1917 and how they look in 1940 because of these issues. You will notice that many of the billboard reefers are 36' or shorter cars reflecting the smaller sizes prevalent in the early days. For a good look at early stuff check out the Westerfield site and look at the eras of the different cars....I'm sure some one else can come up with a better reference for you.... <br /> <br />Here is the link: http://www.westerfield.biz
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