New Haven EF-4 (E-33) electric

[Peter749]

There are a number of routes available which are Backdated versions off the DTG routes.
NLL, WLL & GOBLIN: Backdated is a good example
http://backdatedtrainsim.weebly.com/rou ... loads.html

The main part is to replace some of the railway 'furniture' to an earlier period
DTG did it with the Rivera Line

I backdated NYNH would be quite good for EF-4 and maybe a Conrail version of the same loco and also the GG1

Peter

[JohnS]

There are a number of routes available which are Backdated versions off the DTG routes.
NLL, WLL & GOBLIN: Backdated is a good example
http://backdatedtrainsim.weebly.com/rou ... loads.html

The main part is to replace some of the railway 'furniture' to an earlier period
DTG did it with the Rivera Line

I backdated NYNH would be quite good for EF-4 and maybe a Conrail version of the same loco and also the GG1

Peter

Problem with backdating especially on the NEC is that so much track and buildings have changed since then. It would be a HUGE undertaking to backdate any of the NEC.

[ElphabaWS]

It's release day for the New Haven EF-4 (E-33) electric: See: https://train-simulator.com/an-electric-experience/

[OldProf]

I just took a look through the User Manual (there's a link on the Steam Store page), but it contains nothing about startup procedures: that's in a separate Operating Manual "included in the pack", but not available for pre-purchase perusal. The cost in the U.S. is $20 -- okay, okay, $19.99. The four scenarios include only one with a bit of switching at the start; otherwise they are variations on the long-haul freight theme except for one of those proverbial rescue jobs. I think I'll wait a while for this one.

[august1929]

I am no slouch at reading manuals but have to say that the "Operating Manual" is not exactly user friendly. Haven't managed to get the beast moving yet (though she does look nice inside and out).

Could do with a simple list of actions to follow.

Will give it another go later but I am keeping my eye on the refund time just in case...

Rod

[GreatNortherner]

What a fantastic locomotive! Thank you very much indeed, Ricardo, for this magnificient model.

Here's my first Workshop scenario featuring this beautiful beast:
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/f ... 1119868924


And here's a (sort of) Quickstart Procedure that I've just worked out (for the running version, not the "cold and dark" one):

• from the engineer's seat, check that reverser is in FWD position, power handle at 0, train brake at RUNNING, dynamic brake OFF, loco brake OFF
• from the nose compartment (or the F4 HUD), check that the loco handbrake is OFF
• from the engineer's seat, move the CONTROL SWITCH to RESET and hold it there with the mouse until the Control light on the left side of it switches on
• now you can go... watch the ammeter, don't go into yellow zone for too long and react to wheel slip promptly

[buzz456]

Ooh this sounds like fun!

[jwtheiv]

Does look to be a lovely engine.

[ZekTheKid]

Definitely putting this beast on my wishlist! I only have the WP GP20 but from that I know that a product from reppo will always be a high quality one.

[august1929]

Here's my first Workshop scenario featuring this beautiful beast:
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/f ... 1119868924

And here's a (sort of) Quickstart Procedure that I've just worked out (for the running version, not the "cold and dark" one):

• from the engineer's seat, check that reverser is in FWD position, power handle at 0, train brake at RUNNING, dynamic brake OFF, loco brake OFF
• from the nose compartment (or the F4 HUD), check that the loco handbrake is OFF
• from the engineer's seat, move the CONTROL SWITCH to RESET and hold it there with the mouse until the Control light on the left side of it switches on
• now you can go... watch the ammeter, don't go into yellow zone for too long and react to wheel slip promptly

Thank you Michael - got her going at last!

Really nice scenario and a good intro

Rod

[OldProf]

What a fantastic locomotive! Thank you very much indeed, Ricardo, for this magnificient model.

Here's my first Workshop scenario featuring this beautiful beast:
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/f ... 1119868924


And here's a (sort of) Quickstart Procedure that I've just worked out (for the running version, not the "cold and dark" one):

• from the engineer's seat, check that reverser is in FWD position, power handle at 0, train brake at RUNNING, dynamic brake OFF, loco brake OFF
• from the nose compartment (or the F4 HUD), check that the loco handbrake is OFF
• from the engineer's seat, move the CONTROL SWITCH to RESET and hold it there with the mouse until the Control light on the left side of it switches on
• now you can go... watch the ammeter, don't go into yellow zone for too long and react to wheel slip promptly

Am I correct in thinking that this startup procedure isn't covered in the Operator Instructions -- or whatever it's called?

[BNSFdude]

Am I correct in thinking that this startup procedure isn't covered in the Operator Instructions -- or whatever it's called?

No,
Everything is covered quite well in the manual. You just have to read it thoroughly. Get in, go to the nose, open the little cabinet and close the battery knife switch, turn the pantograph source air ** to select the manual pump, pump til your pantograph has made contact with the OHLE, close the ** back to normal, go back to the cab and access the electrical cabinet between control stands (facing rear), close all bottom breakers first, air should start pumping and you should hear blowers turn on, etc, then close the traction motor isolation switches, set up control stand, and you should be good to go.

[OldProf]

Am I correct in thinking that this startup procedure isn't covered in the Operator Instructions -- or whatever it's called?

No,
Everything is covered quite well in the manual. You just have to read it thoroughly. Get in, go to the nose, open the little cabinet and close the battery knife switch, turn the pantograph source air ** to select the manual pump, pump til your pantograph has made contact with the OHLE, close the ** back to normal, go back to the cab and access the electrical cabinet between control stands (facing rear), close all bottom breakers first, air should start pumping and you should hear blowers turn on, etc, then close the traction motor isolation switches, set up control stand, and you should be good to go.

And don't forget to flush the toilet!

[august1929]

The manual pump etc. is only for a cold start...Michael's instructions are good for an engine ready to move.

Rod

[BNSFdude]