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Once the upper bearing sleeves were installed, the cross box caps were lowered into place and the nuts put on. The nuts were only drawn down until firm, not tight. What is planned is to get the three trucks together, and under the frames, and then pull it around with a locomotive, checking for hot spots, oiling around, and gradually tightening all the bolts.

Photo by Rick Brigger.
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