05/29/2026
Happy 5/29 Day Everyone!
We are all very excited to have this engine back in service later this year. As is the case, with railroad equipment restorations, they require significant amount of time, effort, and funding.
We are still short of our fundraising goals to push this engine over the finish line.
We kindly ask that you consider donating to the restoration so we can all share in the magic of her pulling our excursion trains again. Your donation will go toward the new radiator sections, wheels, and a quality new paint job! Come September, we expect 529 to look as good as she did the day she rolled out of the ALCo plant.
Donate here
👉 https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MGT9MM7VLL2XU
More info on the NH 529 and it's restoration here
👉 https://www.rmne.org/nh529
As a quick project update -
Over the last couple months we've made significant progress to the engines carbody, electrical system, cooling system, and running gear.
✅ Ongoing rewire of the low voltage system
✅ Installation of new deck plate on the longhood
✅ Straightened panels and hood doors on long hood
✅ Repaired and replaced door mechanisms
✅ New junction boxes for the MU electrical
✅ Build up of #1 traction motor "combo"
✅ Removal of radiators and outsourcing of repairs
✅ Re-manufacture of pumps and nozzles for the engine block
✅ New piston liners on #1 and #5 cylinders
✅ Shipment of 3-wheelsets to be reprofiled
✅ Preparation of #2 traction motor
Thanks again for all your support!
