Hill, John A. (John Alexander), 1858-1916, Sinclair, Angus, 1841-1919 · New York : American Machinist Pub. Co · leaf 72
e. The usualdesign has a goose-neck fastened tothe leg of tank by tap bolls through aflange on said goose-neck ; this is, of neces- sity, very close over front wheel of tendertrucks, and is in the way of air hose, stepsand brake rigging. The working of thebrake works the joint loose, and to… … supply of water; it is stiff and mean toconnect or disconnect, and altogether anundesirable scheme. The B. & O. havethe goose-neck attached outside of tankframe and back of the step; if it leaksa man can get at it by standing on theground ; it requires a little longer hose,but there is no short…
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