Nice video, have re-railed a few myself. The re-railers we have you run a chain under the rail so they do not move around like those in your video. Tha looked dangerous especially if one of those shot out at you, Cool video!
@longwhip Thanks. Chains were used but that sequence must have been edited out of the video. I wondered about the possibility of a wayward piece of steel, too, but the rerailers seemed to simply scoot along the rail when shot like a tidily wink. We, as onlookers, we told to stay well back.
That's an interesting use for a clam-shell bucket. Were you actually there when the train derailed? By how quickly the crew is getting things cleared, they must be used to derailments like this one.
Very interesting. In all my years on the railroad, I never knew how those rerailing frogs worked, let alone used one. Do you know the cause of the derailment? I'm guessing that particular rail rolled out from under the train.
Wow! I have always wanted to see a video like this, of the crew putting the train back on the rails. Very good video. I am actually surprised that they let you stay that close.
AFTER WORKING FOR A SHORTLINE FOR 10 YEARS, I CAN SAFELY SAY, THESE DUDES DON'T DICK AROUND.
mopacslim 3 weeks ago
@mopacslim That describes west coast loggers. When there are logs to be delivered to the beach and the main is blocked, they do what they gotta do!
Shaysteamjamb 2 weeks ago
Great video.
Barnekkid 8 months ago
Nice video, have re-railed a few myself. The re-railers we have you run a chain under the rail so they do not move around like those in your video. Tha looked dangerous especially if one of those shot out at you, Cool video!
longwhip 1 year ago
@longwhip Thanks. Chains were used but that sequence must have been edited out of the video. I wondered about the possibility of a wayward piece of steel, too, but the rerailers seemed to simply scoot along the rail when shot like a tidily wink. We, as onlookers, we told to stay well back.
Shaysteamjamb 1 year ago
good video, they must have had to move those replacers quite a bit.
pwalpar 1 year ago
Wow, they sure wernt subtle in the use of those re-railers and dragging it back on were they!!
formidable38 1 year ago
@formidable38 Yes, it looks rough but the process is routine when there is limited access.
Shaysteamjamb 1 year ago
Great close up video. Thank you.
Like that the crane operator started working as soon as he arrived - not even one second wasted!
Seems they were moving too fast and derailed that truck.
robertgift 1 year ago
What a cool old Hook! Great action, thanks.
48alfaone 1 year ago
You're welcome!
Shaysteamjamb 1 year ago
@Shaysteamjamb loved it 5*
arkie74 1 year ago
Your video sure brings back memories of some of the derailments I worked over the years 5*
pwalpar 2 years ago
Thanks for the comment.
Trips down memory lane are good!
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
That's an interesting use for a clam-shell bucket. Were you actually there when the train derailed? By how quickly the crew is getting things cleared, they must be used to derailments like this one.
CRQ5508 2 years ago
We were 4 miles away when the derailment occurred. It did not take long to get to the site.
The crew is very skilled at using the equipment at hand and are quite experienced with this type of situation.
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
thanks man were abouts is this? on the island? i love these kind of videos they are very intresting!!! 5/5
BCRailfan96 2 years ago
Yes, northern Vancouver Island.
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
You know what, maybe I will stand back a little while filming! 5* & Favorites! Rich
cuzinitr 2 years ago
Me, too. Doesn't hurt to have a sense of self-preservation!
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
Very interesting. In all my years on the railroad, I never knew how those rerailing frogs worked, let alone used one. Do you know the cause of the derailment? I'm guessing that particular rail rolled out from under the train.
ConrailSD80MAC 2 years ago
No, but your idea is likely.
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
Does anyone know what make of crane that is?
I'm thinking an American crane or an Ohio Hoist, not sure!
kuskanook135 2 years ago
It's an Ohio.
Model DE400 Serial #5014 40-50 ton Built 1975
Ex Anaconda Co., Anaconda, Montana
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
Holy! Thats crazy. Those rails were taking a beating.
fubar250 2 years ago
The mainline is blocked, the whole operation is at a standstill, you got to do what you got to do! The process was a surprise to me, too.
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
another great video - thank you
archerofloaf 2 years ago
Glad you liked it!
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
WOW!!! love this vid...dont see this everyday!!
TMandN 2 years ago
Yes, it is a rare event. Imagine the odds to be at the right place at the right time when you visit the area once or twice a year!
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago
Wow! I have always wanted to see a video like this, of the crew putting the train back on the rails. Very good video. I am actually surprised that they let you stay that close.
imagreatbigman 2 years ago
We were instructed to stay back when things were moving. What you see if from a telephoto.
Shaysteamjamb 2 years ago