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 Posted - May 06 2012 : 8:21:43 PM
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My AOTW this week is a vintage track cleaner by Ulrich, bought from a toy vendor in March at an antique show. His prices were very good on the HO train stuff. I've been on a track cleaner collecting binge for awhile, got a few now, having a nice older unit is pretty sweet.
Jerry
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Posted - May 07 2012 : 01:58:42 AM
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Jerry, good one! (I finally figured out a part I have and what it goes too!)
This car, has a section of metal on it that holds the "wiper" against the rails......I have this part! I thought it was something that went ot an old record player, OR an 8 track player due to the felt stuff on it for a wiper to keep "junk" out of the heads and or off the record playerspinning table.....
NICE!
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Posted - May 08 2012 : 12:20:21 PM
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This is one is several Ulrich trucks I have been buying every chance I can. I might have 20-30 trucks by now. Not sure. I might have more. I never really counted. Every time I buy one, it goes into a box and into storage until I am able to eventually set up a layout. I have been buying more than usual lately, I guess because of slim pick'ns of good steam locos on evil bay. I also have about 4 Revell Global Van Lines trucks and one transporter. Can't have a good rail line without the big trucks now can you?
In late 2009, I paid ~$32 inc s/h for this one.
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I wonder why the Ulrich trucks fetch so much? One tanker truck in kit form sold yesterday for over $100. Why? If the demand is that high, why do we not have any companies willing to produce a good quality truck? Standard selling price for a good Ulrich is about $30 or more, but the Mini Metals Semi Tractor is a pretty good product and it barely sells for $10-$15. Why?
I purchased this detailed with load Mini Metals United States Steel Semi Truck at a train show for $20 a few years back and I think it really looks great.
Sean
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Posted - May 08 2012 : 12:52:23 PM
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for those interested news from ulrich ken
Latest News January 2012
Due to rising costs in China, all production of Ulrich Models has been discontinued.
The two axle and three axle COE truck and the square nose trailer tooling is in China
The original Kenworth tooling is in the US.
If you are interested in purchasing any of the tooling, please contact us. We still have a few parts.
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Posted - May 08 2012 : 3:20:03 PM
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quote:for those interested news from ulrich ken
Latest News January 2012
Due to rising costs in China, all production of Ulrich Models has been discontinued.
The two axle and three axle COE truck and the square nose trailer tooling is in China
The original Kenworth tooling is in the US.
If you are interested in purchasing any of the tooling, please contact us. We still have a few parts.
Originally posted by catfordken - May 08 2012 : 12:52:23 PM
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WELL THAT JUST SUCKS! That might explain why it seems their prices have risen. I basic paid full price for each of these in this lot here. Usually buying in a lot, you can expect to get a slightly better deal. I was also beat out on a lot this weekend that was almost the same size.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261009145030?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Sean
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Posted - May 08 2012 : 4:30:39 PM
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Wow! I can't believe those prices, especially given the condition. I have some Ulrich SP trailers on a flatcar, but with some white oxidation.
Sean, that scrap load in the US Steel truck looks fantastic.
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Posted - May 08 2012 : 7:00:05 PM
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well then move production to USA Canada or even Mexico! 
Mini Metals are neat stuff & there is a RCA repair vehicle that I wants 2 of 
Edited by - microbusss on May 08 2012 7:01:13 PM
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Posted - May 12 2012 : 3:14:13 PM
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quote:Wow! I can't believe those prices, especially given the condition. I have some Ulrich SP trailers on a flatcar, but with some white oxidation.
Sean, that scrap load in the US Steel truck looks fantastic.
Originally posted by NickelPlate759Â -Â May 08 2012Â :Â 4:30:39 PM
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Hey Nelson!
I have a couple of the flat cars with the same problem. They must have been stored in a damp environment before they came to me. If you are looking to part with them, I'm your man! LOL!
As for the Mini Metals truck, I do think they are nice for the money. I picked up 4 trucks and trailers this week for $35 including s/h. All four are brand new in the package. I used to think that was a lot of money, but after seeing the prices of the Ulrich trucks, I think they are a bargain. Given the fact they will no longer be producing any trucks, I think I will keep all I have left of the Ulrich and not sell any more. (Not that I ever remember selling any anyway!)
Sean
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Posted - May 12 2012 : 11:13:19 PM
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quote:
Hey Nelson!
I have a couple of the flat cars with the same problem. They must have been stored in a damp environment before they came to me. If you are looking to part with them, I'm your man! LOL!
Originally posted by Mustangs_n_Trains - May 12 2012 : 3:14:13 PM
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The collection mine came from were stored in a trunk in a wet garage, so I know they were exposed to moisture. I manged to get most of the oxidation off, though. If it's all right with you, I think I'll hold on to them a while longer... 
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