TCU FInal Flashcards
Wheels are out of gauge at what dimensions by measuring at 3 locations 120 degrees aprart
less than 52 15/16 or more than 53 3/16
condemning limit for a thin flange
AAR:15/16 FRA: 7/8
Any shank wear that is worn more than ___ inches deep should be condemned
3/8
What is The Trolley Loop Diameter
1 1/2
What is the hand brake shaft diameter
1 1/4
What is Iron or Steel Tread minimum diameter
5/8
What is the Clearance from the top of the rail to any safety appliance
2 1/2
Coupler Height should not vary more than ___ inches on adjacent coupled cars
3
What is the brake shoes condemning limit
AAR: 3/8
A ___ inch minimum clearance between truck bolster rim and body center plate base must be maintained
1/16
What is Sheeled or Spall Condemnable
1 diameter
What is the condemning limit on a high flange
1 1/2
What is a thin rim for 30” and 33” Wheels
3/4 or less
There must be __ to __ inch clearance between the uncoupling lever eye and the rotor eye known as the anti-creep
1/4 to 1/2
What is the maximum distance from the sill step bottom to the top of rail
22-24in
when should a loose brake head be condemned
move 1/2 inches or more by hand
A draft Gear Carrier cannot be worn more than what percent
25%
What is a thin rim for 28” - 36” and 38” wheels
7/8