SL-76 In-Car Inspection

Inspect for excessive draft slack, coupler horn/striker contact, and excessive wear on carrier plate and sill walls, indicating possible unsatisfactory draft gear performance. To remain in service, draft gear should be tight in pocket and free of loose or broken parts. Change out draft gear if protrusion of the three shoes out of the housing averages 1-1/8" or more.

pdf Stuck Draft Gear Procedure Manual

SL-76 In-Car Inspection

Inspect for excessive draft slack, coupler horn/striker contact, and excessive wear on carrier plate and sill walls, indicating possible unsatisfactory draft gear performance. To remain in service, draft gear should be tight in pocket and free of loose or broken parts. Change out draft gear if protrusion of the three shoes out of the housing averages 1-1/8" or more.

pdf Stuck Draft Gear Procedure Manual