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[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by markpierce I believe all of the tenders of oi-fired locomotives had steam coils in the tender to warm up the fuel. The burners (fuel sprayers) also included a steam pressure passage to help atomize the fuel. [/quote] Firstly, about the pressure gauge, I've never seen one on any locomotive (didn't mean it didn't happen though). The locomotive I volunteer on (Ventura County Railway no. 2) doesn't have one, and neither does AT&SF 2926 to my knowledge. It really wouldn't do you much good except in finding leaks (which is easy enough with the atomizer steam pipe). Some had heating coils, but the old system of putting steam right into the oil worked pretty well. The oil pipe in the tender tank would rise up about 2", so that the heavier condensed water would fall below it, and only oil would be taken. Not trying to be condescending, just helpful [:)]. Sincerely, Daniel Parks
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