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We reserve the right to update our manuals without notice. You can download a current manual at our website (http://www.dmfatlanta.com). Thank you for choosing DMF Railgear. We make every effort to provide quality, safe and rugged products for the railroad. We hope you'll find our gear to be satisfactory in every way. We take product support very seriously, so if you have any questions, please contact us.
Unlike most of our larger models, RW-1016 does not lift the steer axle off the rail. All vehicle tires remain in contact with the rail. RW-1016 does not provide braking or drive power, and relies on the vehicle tires for those functions.
Capacity: 500-1,000 lb. per railwheel @ 40 MPH. Typical Railgear Weights: Exact weights vary based on many factors, including options and chassis make/model. Table 1.1 below summarizes weights typical of installations using RW-1016 Railgear. Item Typical Weight (lbs.) Front Railgear (Steel Railwheels)
Only pickup or box delete variants. Chassis cab models are not typically supported. The list below includes basic guidelines regarding chassis suitability, but is not exhaustive. See DMF Technical Reference Bulletin TRB009 for additional details. Please contact DMF for assistance or questions with chassis and option selection for your project. 1.2.1 GM ...
1.3 RAILGEAR COMPONENTS AND TERMINOLOGY 1.3.1 Key Railgear Components Figure 1.3.1 identifies key components of RW-1016 Railgear assemblies. Appearances of some components may vary depending on chassis make/model/year, as well as selected Railgear options. These item descriptions will be used throughout this manual.
Section 3.1.3. Operators should have access to a torque wrench. 2.1.3 Pinoff Systems and Locations NOTE: ALL RW-1016 Railgear assemblies feature cylinders that are equipped with external locking valves to prevent the Railgear from falling the in the event of a hydraulic system failure.
RW-1016 2.1.4 Railgear Controls RW-1016 Railgear is typically controlled using a wireless handheld remote. The remote should be stored in a safe, easily accessible location inside the cab. A master power switch inside the cab must be turned on to supply power to the hydraulic pump and wireless receiver.
Operator is responsible for determining safe speed. All four guide wheels on RW-1016 Railgear are typically insulated and will not operate crossing gate circuits. Optional switchable shunt systems can be installed to selectively control when the vehicle will be detected on rail.
RW-1016 RAIL WHEEL WEAR GAUGE A metal wheel wear gauge (DMF part number 800115) is available to aid in inspecting worn wheels. The drawing on the next page illustrates how to use the gauge and also lists specifications for minimum wall thickness on the wheel tread as well as tolerance on wheel back-to-back spacing.
Before installation, inspect the following areas: Alignment – Truck axles should be square with truck frame. DMF recommends that a reputable alignment shop check this, particularly on used or damaged vehicles. 0-degree thrust angle (which may be different than the factory specification) is required for proper Railgear operation.
RW-1016 4.1.7 Welding Information ****WARNING**** Select components of RW-1016 Railgear assemblies have been hot dip galvanized. DMF recommends grinding off the galvanized coating to raw steel where welding is required. For vehicles with installed wireless Railgear controls, remove all electrical and antenna connections from the Cervis base unit before welding on vehicle or attached railgear components.
Most vehicles require installation of alternate wheels and tires to properly align the vehicle’s track width to the rails. DMF offers Wheel Modification Kits for many popular chassis models for use on standard gage rail. Specific components and part numbers vary by application, but most wheel modification kits include appropriate wheel adapters and rims, steering stops, and TPMS sensors.
MOUNTING KIT INSTALLATION 4.3.1 General Information Your RW-1016 Railgear was shipped with front and rear mounting kits specific to your vehicle and the hardware necessary to install them. Before you begin your installation, please note: Your Railgear shipment includes many parts designed for your particular chassis year/make/model and selected options.
4.4.1 Railgear Assemblies – Identification and Orientation RW-1016 Railgear assemblies share many components between the front and rear assemblies and are visually similar. Make sure the correct Railgear assembly is installed on the proper end of the vehicle and facing the proper direction. See drawing M101602 on the following page for identification and orientation of Railgear assemblies.
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M101603, M101604 and manual sections 4.5-4.6). .XXX ± .005 THIS DRAWING CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF DIVERSIFIED DRILL SIZES: + .015 METAL FABRICATORS, INC (DMF). COPYRIGHT DMF, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ANGULAR: ± 1° DRAWN BY: APPD BY: DATE: DRAWING NUMBER:...
After a derailment. 4.5.2 Checking and Adjusting Alignment DMF recommends a “String Line” method to properly align the railgear to the vehicle axles. See drawing M101603 on the following page for recommended setup details, adjustment points, and tolerances. When performing the alignment procedure, record final alignment measurements on the loose copy of Drawing M101603, and provide it to the customer with all documentation.
Proper adjustment of rail wheel loads will ensure that the completed vehicle operates safely, and offers good ride quality and component life. RW-1016 Railgear features an independent suspension system at all 4 wheels. The rail wheel loads at each corner can be independently adjusted.
8. When the paper begins to slip out from under the wheel note the gauge pressure. 9. If using the DMF 501749 jack, the reading on the gauge in PSI is equivalent to the rail wheel load on the adjacent wheel.
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RW-1016 ± .030 .XXX ± .005 THIS DRAWING CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF DIVERSIFIED SUPPORT JACK DRILL SIZES: + .015 METAL FABRICATORS, INC (DMF). COPYRIGHT DMF, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ANGULAR: ± 1° DRAWN BY: APPD BY: DATE: DRAWING NUMBER: REV:...
2017+ Ford F-2/350 w/ 6.7L Diesel Engine This section outlines best practices for exhaust modification on 2017 model year and newer F- 250 and F-350 trucks with a 6.7L diesel engine for use with RW-1016 rear Railgear. Please see Ford SVE Bulletin Q-253 (https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/topics/qvmp.html) for...
4.8.1 Weld-Out & Final Adjustments ****WARNING**** Select components of RW-1016 Railgear assemblies have been hot dip galvanized. DMF recommends grinding off the galvanized coating to raw steel where welding is required. For vehicles with installed wireless Railgear controls, remove all electrical and antenna connections from the Cervis base unit before welding on vehicle or attached railgear components.
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WELD-OUT NOTES: • Select components of RW-1016 Railgear assemblies have been hot dip DROOP LIMITER ADJUSTMENT (OPTIONAL): galvanized. DMF recommends grinding off the galvanized coating to SMALLER GAP BETWEEN BOLT HEAD AND FINGER WITH raw steel where welding is required.
4.9.1 Velcro Steering Wheel Lock The DMF steering wheel lock consists of two 2” wide adhesive backed “hook” strips and a 4” wide piece of “loop” fabric. A piece of adhesive backed hook is placed on the steering wheel column and a second piece placed on the top flat of the steering wheel hub. The 4” wide piece of loop fabric can then be applied to bridge the gap between column and wheel preventing the front tires from accidentally being turned while on the rail.
DIVERSIFIED METAL FABRICATORS, INC. RW-1016 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 5.1.1 Hydraulic Power Unit DMF supplies a 12V DC hydraulic power unit with RW-1016 Railgear with the following specifications. The unit includes a pump, motor and reservoir. Flow: 1.25 GPM @ 2,000 psi ...
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.XXX ± .005 THIS DRAWING CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF DIVERSIFIED DRILL SIZES: + .015 11257 1/4"-20 NYLOCK NUT; GR8 METAL FABRICATORS, INC (DMF). COPYRIGHT DMF, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ANGULAR: ± 1° DRAWN BY: APPD BY: DATE: DRAWING NUMBER: REV:...
It must be re-primed and tested after any components of the hydraulic system are removed or replaced. Failure to do so may render the hand pump inoperable. The following procedure is one method of priming that DMF has found to be quick and effective.
Serial numbers uniquely identify your Railgear, as it was built to your specifications, and also allows DMF to help you maintain an order and repair history. DMF normally assigns serial numbers sequentially. The front railgear assembly typically has a lower serial number than the rear.
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PART QTY. DESCRIPTION NUMBER STEP 4: 701059 BATTERY TRAY PUMP BRACKET; '14 GM - GAS ONLY, RW-1016 605196 HHCS, 3/8-16 X 2", GR8 • SECURE FRONT BRACKET HOLE WITH 2" LONG BOLT AND NUT 605121 HHCS, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4", GR8 12566 LOCK WASHER, 3/8", GR8...
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ITEM PART 2017+ FORD F-250/350 FRONT QTY. DESCRIPTION NUMBER 703102 DS FRONT BRAKCET; '17 FORD PICKUP; 4X4; RW-1016 703103 PS FRONT BRAKCET; '17 FORD PICKUP; 4X4; RW-1016 605573 HHCS, 5/8-11 X 2-1/4", GR8 DRIVER SIDE BRACKET INSTALLATION 605276 HHCS, 1-2/13 X 2-1/4", GR8 605075 5/8"-11 NYLOCK NUT;...
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ITEM PART QTY. DESCRIPTION NUMBER STEP 2 703112 DS REAR BRAKCET; '17 FORD PICKUP; 4X4; RW-1016 703113 PS REAR BRAKCET; '17 FORD PICKUP; 4X4; RW-1016 STEP 4 703124 REAR BRACKET CROSS BRACE; '17 FORD PICKUP; RW-1016 703121 LONG CRUSH TUBE; REAR BRACKET; '17 FORD; RW-1016 703120 SHORT CRUSH TUBE;...
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NUMBER 2008-2016 FORD F-250/350 FRONT 703077 DS FRONT FRAME BRACKET; '08-16 FORD F-2/350; RW-1016 703076 PS FRONT FRAME BRACKET; '08-16 FORD F-2/350; 4X4; RW-1016 703082 BOTTOM PLATE; FT BRKT; '08-16 FORD F-2/350; RW-1016 605259 HHCS, 1/2-13 X 1-3/4", GR8 113014 1/2"-13 NYLOCK NUT;...
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ITEM PART 2011+ RAM 2500/3500 FRONT QTY. DESCRIPTION NUMBER 703085 PS FRONT FRAME BRACKET WELDMENT, '11 RAM PICKUP, RW-1016 703084 DS FRONT FRAME BRACKET WELDMENT, '11 RAM PICKUP, RW-1016 605569 HHCS, 1/2-13 X 4", GR8 500691 FLAT WASHER, 1/2", GR8 113014 1/2"-13 NYLOCK NUT;...
DIVERSIFIED METAL FABRICATORS, INC. RW-1016 RAILGEAR CORE ASSEMBLIES RW-1016 Railgear assemblies share many components between the front and rear assemblies. The following terminologies are used to describe many shared parts and assemblies: “SIDE A” (without cylinder) Drivers side on front assemblies Passenger side on rear assemblies ...
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1"-8 NYLOCK NUT .XXX ± .005 THIS DRAWING CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF DIVERSIFIED DRILL SIZES: + .015 METAL FABRICATORS, INC (DMF). COPYRIGHT DMF, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 605534 HHCS, 1-8 X 6", GR8 ANGULAR: ± 1° DRAWN BY: APPD BY:...
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.XXX ± .005 THIS DRAWING CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF DIVERSIFIED DRILL SIZES: + .015 605534 HHCS, 1-8 X 6", GR8 METAL FABRICATORS, INC (DMF). COPYRIGHT DMF, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ANGULAR: ± 1° DRAWN BY: APPD BY: DATE: DRAWING NUMBER:...
DIVERSIFIED METAL FABRICATORS, INC. RW-1016 SUSPENSION ASSEMBLIES, BEARINGS, & WHEELS RW-1016 Railgear assemblies share many components between the front and rear assemblies. The following terminologies are used to describe many shared parts and assemblies: “SIDE A” (without cylinder) Driver side on front assemblies; Passenger side on rear assemblies.
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ITEM NO. PART NUMBER QTY. DESCRIPTION 818503 RAILSWEEP RUBBER BELTING DETAIL 702160 RAILSWEEP BRACKET - TUBE LASER, SIDE A, RW-1016 605121 HHCS 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/4", GRADE 8 818508 FLAT WASHER, 3/8", GR8 605077 3/8"-16 NYLOCK NUT; GR8 8/24/2018 BRACKET 702089 REPLACED BY 702160...
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ITEM NO. PART NUMBER QTY. DESCRIPTION 818503 RAILSWEEP RUBBER BELTING DETAIL 702161 RAILSWEEP BRACKET - TUBE LASER, SIDE B, RW-1016 605121 HHCS 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/4", GRADE 8 818508 FLAT WASHER, 3/8", GR8 605077 3/8"-16 NYLOCK NUT; GR8 8/24/2018 BRACKET 702090 REPLACED BY 702161...
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Figure 1 – Installation/Exploded Parts Diagram Recommended Tires DMF does not typically include tires with wheel modification kits. Recommended tire models and sizes are shown below. Using different tire sizes than shown below can result in component interference or poor performance on rail.
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Figure 1 – Installation/Exploded Parts Diagram Recommended Tires DMF does not typically include tires with wheel modification kits. Recommended tire models and sizes are shown below. Using different tire sizes than shown below can result in component interference or poor performance on rail.
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Using FORScan Software: Cold inflation pressures can be set to 85 psi using freely available FORScan software and a supported OBDII interface adapter. Road testing by DMF has shown this this procedure typically complies with FMVSS requirements, but certifying compliance of the completed vehicle is the responsibility of the installer.
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Figure 1 - Installation/Exploded Parts Diagram (509068 shown) Recommended Tires DMF does not typically include tires with wheel modification kits. Recommended tire models and sizes are shown below. Using different tire sizes than shown below can result in component interference or poor performance on rail.
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