Restoring D&RGW 223 by Joshua Bernhard/ERA Films

D&RGW Videos by Lee Witten

Golden Spike Chapter member Lee Witten has documented much of the restoration of 223, the construction of the 223 tender, and shop activities. His video talents have been a tremendous help informing the public, donors, and railfans. Lee has a library of fascinating train videos on his YouTube channel.

The videos below are in reverse chronological order starting from 2018. All new videos will be posted on the Home page.

November 2018 – Painting The Tender

November 2018 – Sandblasting The Tender

May 2017 – D&RGW #223 Restoration Progress

November 2016 – Moving the 223 Pilot

August 2016 – Removing The 223 Drive Rods

April 2016 – Moving the 223 Boiler & Running Gear

September 2015 – Moving Rail & Making Preperations

August 2015 – Speeder Trailer

June 2014 – Running The Speeder with the Boy Scouts

July 2013 – 223 Tender Air Tank

May 2012 – Rolling Out The 223 Tender

April 2012 – Progress on the D&RGW #223

July 2011 – Water Intake Forming, Second Attempt

May 2011 – Moving Rail

April 2011 – 223 Tender Riveting

March 2011 – Riveting Tank Brackets

February 2011 – Water Inlet Shaping

November 2010 – 223 Restoration Shop Activities

July 2010 – Ogden Union Station Whistle