THE LINE ENDS HERE......BTNA MNCR CORE CREW

This is the major part of the Bombardier Operations crew which services the M7 heavy passenger rail of MTA Metro North in modifications, warranty and repair. The work is good. I'm graced with a great job close to home with good people to work with.

My title is Mechanical Technician but I do a lot more than that. I'm certified by MTA for 'Refrigerant Handling' so I can do HVAC work. I'm certified by FRA as a 'Car Inspector' for all Periodic Inspections (including annual.) I am licensed by the FCC as a 'General Radio Operator Licensee' with endorsement to maintain/repair Shipboard RADAR. My experience is a 'communications and control systems specialist' with work down to component level on-site repair as a Field Engineer. I take all the work given to me without fear of getting 'dirty and greasy' because Our Lord placed skills into my hands to be used.

I wanted my mother to be proud of me. She passed away October 12th, 2006.

STAY SAFE. Switch to Safety. Wear your Personal Protective Equipment. RRCI Peter

M7A HVAC Inspection process

MetroNorth demands a specific inspection process for HVAC in Car Inspection for 'Acceptance.' The two HVAC units, almost identical to the R142 Bombardier units, sit roof-top at each end of the car. WHAT MNCR is looking for is the seal lip in roof to specifications. Process is simple but time consuming.

First step is to disconnect all power/signal connections in ceiling. Second step is to release six ferrous steel bolts that secure unit to roof. Why ferrous steel bolts? Stainless steel alloy bolts often SIEZE (get stuck) in SS fittings. Third step is to secure a lift framework to HVAC unit and remove, setting it lightly on roof nearby (still on lift.) Fourth step is to very carefully place a straight edge (like a long aluminum level) along the lip and measure any gaps with a feeler gauge...IF the gap is excessive, there is a special tool which levers the lip up. Fifth step is to record results. Sixth step is to return unit into place and replace any aluminized tape damaged on insulation. Seventh step is to reconnect all power/signal connections and test for proper operation. Eighth step is to normalise ceiling panels. Married pair has four units to do. Easy work....we're not slacking time. MNCR wants Quality Assurance of no leaks....QA is in observance of procedure. Railroad doe NOT do this is HVAC inspections.....they only check for level of refrigerants and operation.

First Winter pics....not TRAINZZZZ

Thank you to everyone who puts up with me. This 02/03/2007 post is not trainzzzz....it's 'high country weather' overlooking the Delaware Water Gap. Fist view is house and Jeep. Second is a bit farther. I have my hands full with estate problems with the loss of my mother. This estate I built is pretty extensive and takes a lot of work to maintain.

I work with the BEST crew at Bombardier and have the Best friends on SubChat.

Stay tuned. 'U breaka my trainzzz I breaka U head.' Good work and good friends. RRCI Peter