Dutchrailnut

the dual modes don't run of catenary wire.

No electrification plans and cars are not meant for Metro North pool service so will not see third rail territory

Remember how Alstom rescinded the test running and offer for 6 axle CC21003 (French fry) X-996 mainly due to track conditions on N.E.C...

Alstom the problem ?? lets just list all suppliers Amtrak has problems with, now- in past - in future. there is only one common...

Looks like all the upstate trains are operating normally this morning to/from NYP.

cause you would need MofE to connect every thing plus new brake test.

did not see post from JIS , yes part service resumption Thursday.

It takes time to get Amtrak genesis converted with different third rail mechs/shoes and how many engineers are qualified.

more info on defects see: Amtrak suspension continues over safety concerns at NYC parking garage and at : Unstable parking garage above...

The Connecticut cars will be build in Sahagun Mexico by Alstom as reported by NEGC report for August...

They may have plans to wrap the engine instead of painting it ?

The 6 units are ConnDOT , not Metro North. they are part of the Metro North options . The options are LIRR - NYS empire service , and...