Lead machinist Sam Thompson continues rebuilding the valves on the Diamond and Caldor No. 4 Shay locomotive. I'll have more to report on the process soon. Sam continues to work most Saturdays at the engine house.
Last week the mid-week crew re-installed the rear truck under the Diamond and Caldor Railbus No. 10. They them removed the front truck in order to begin the rehabilitation process.
Call for general information:
(530) 621-5865
Workdays and work locations vary during the week. Please contact the crew via Facebook if you'd like to volunteer. You can also stop by the museum.
El Dorado County Historical Museum
104 Placerville Drive
Placerville, CA 95667
To join our effort to renovate the Diamond and Caldor Railway No. 4 Shay locomotive and to build and operate an El Dorado County Historical Railroad Park, send $35 (check or money order) for individual membership the Diamond Springs address. Other membership options include:
Family membership $60
Corporate membership $100
Life membership $500 for individual/family
Business life membership $1,000
Annual membership runs from January to December.
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