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I haven't seen wood ties used on new RR construction in years. Ego is the anesthesia that deadens the pain of stupidity DISCLAIMER: These are the author's own personal views and do not represent the views of the author's employer. | |||
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Not really from Vienna |
Wood is all they use out here in the Big Bend. Which seems odd, since they have to replace ties so often. | |||
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I run trains! |
Especially down where you're at the concrete ties are definitely superior. Between the moisture and insects down in the Gulf area, I can't imagine the newer wooden ties holding up for long. Only problem with concrete ties is that they're much more prone to cracking/falling apart from impact during a derailment. Wooden ties will absorb a lot more "violent" abuse and still be usable. Success always occurs in private, and failure in full view. Complacency sucks… | |||
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