That is a rare photo - in so many ways!
A rare and GREAT photo, too.
UP usually does not have thier engines belch out a storm like that, I'm
surprised they even allowed it, let alone endorsed it. Heck of a show!
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WOW! EPA would be screaming nowadays, awesome photo.
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Thanks for sharing, I saw 3985 for the first time at 1981 railfair in Sacramento!
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This was back when they really did smoke (Coal Fired). As for the EPA, there are no regulations concerning historical equipment :).......yet.
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As for the smoke, I think there were a couple of factors. Only 3985 was burning coal, 8444 burned oil (I think it always has) and is this is in the pre-Steve Lee days. If I recall correctly, the film crew told me they worked for the SP.
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My Goodness, WOW, yet another classic!
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I agree this is a classic photo. If only Norfolk Southern would've let 611 & 1218 when they were running smoke like the 8444 & 3985 are in this picture
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Its too bad the UP doesnt go all out like this anymore.... Just once??? Please?? lol Nice Photo!
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