Marine Highway's 'Columbia' engines in worse shape than expected

Alaska Public Media

Published October 16, 2007 at 11:19 PM AKDT

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The Columbia's engines are in worse shape than officials thought when they pulled the ferry out of service. The 625-passenger ship was tied up in August after a starboard engine piston rod failed. Detailed inspections have since found two additional damaged rods, and there may be more. Failed rods can cause extensive engine damage.Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska - Juneau

Marine Highway&#039;s &#039;Columbia&#039; engines in worse shape than expected

Marine Highway's 'Columbia' engines in worse shape than expected