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Modded Gurney Traction Elevators in New York City

DieselDucyDecember 9, 20256 min18,063 views
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Custom Elevator Modifications

  • 💡 This elevator features a custom-made indicator designed to match the style of the original elevator it replaced.
  • 🛠️ The modification was done by Curtis mod by Century Elevator, indicating this is at least the third modification.

Original Cab Features

  • 🪵 The elevator cab retains original wood walls, with only the ceiling and floor having been replaced.
  • 🧐 The speaker expresses appreciation for the original cab's aesthetic.

Second Elevator: Original Gear

  • ⚙️ A second elevator in the building is noted as running on its original Gurney machine.
  • 🏢 This elevator is in a building dating back to 1927, making it nearly 98 years old.
  • 🔌 While the controller and motor have been replaced, the rest of this elevator's components are fully original.

Elevator Experience

  • 🐌 The primary elevator is described as slow but decent, with a custom indicator.
  • 🔊 The second elevator, a service elevator, is noted as being somewhat loud.
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Elevator ModernizationTraction ElevatorsGurney ElevatorsCurtis ElevatorCentury ElevatorCustom IndicatorsOriginal CabBuilding HistoryNew York CityService Elevator
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