reach rod
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of reach rod
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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A. Remove the reach rod, block links on lower side to hold them in running position for proper direction.
From The Traveling Engineers' Association To Improve The Locomotive Engine Service of American Railroads by Anonymous
Q. What do you do if reach rod should break?
From The Traveling Engineers' Association To Improve The Locomotive Engine Service of American Railroads by Anonymous
If main reach rod breaks, block between tumbling shaft arm and cross-tie brace, wiring same securely.
From The Traveling Engineers' Association To Improve The Locomotive Engine Service of American Railroads by Anonymous
A. If lugs for holding reach rod breaks, block yoke securely at whatever cut-off you wish to work the engine and take down the short reach rod.
From The Traveling Engineers' Association To Improve The Locomotive Engine Service of American Railroads by Anonymous
Q. If the reverse lever or reach rod should break, what should be done?
From The Traveling Engineers' Association To Improve The Locomotive Engine Service of American Railroads by Anonymous
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