CNJ #1021 - Still in Wyoming - Working on getting the botched abatement work finished. Working on getting it trasported back to Steamtown - Future restortion plans not finalized.

Boonton Coaches - Abated above the floor to determine the extent of corrosion damage (extensive to the point of some roofs no longer being attached to the side walls) Restoration plans on hold. New coach route was investigated but deemed to expensive and purchasing new coaches for visitor experience was not permitted.

Lackawanna Trailers - End buffer beams, center sills, and lower portion of crash beams are corroded beyond limit and deemed unsafe - new end beams being fabricated - lower crash beams being replaced, and center sills being repaired - Partially contracted

CNJ Coaches - Asbestos encapsulation operation performed many years ago is failing. (Encapsulation is not always permanant)(303 has been 100% abated during it's restoration) . A new procedure was developed by a quaified abatement company and work has already begun to re-seal any asbestos leaks and thoroughly clean the cars. The couplers on these cars are no longer being made (Sharon) and a suitable replacment is being sought. This may require rebuilding the entore draft gear pocket.

Bruce - Have you contacted Irwin Car and Equipment? They bought out United Knitting Machine, which was the go-to supplier for NJTransit when these cars were in general service:
https://www.irwincar.com/atlas-car-prod ... ers-atlas/

Yes, They no longer support the Sharon coupler line