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I came across this, and couldn't believe it!  
"In a stunning business move during the economic crisis, Mattel, Inc. has re-introduced HO scale trains through its Tyco R/C line.
Tyco, previously known to manufacture miniature trains, left the business in 1993, the majority of toy train moulds and dies falling into the hands of International Hobby Corporation, a modern day Tyco.
Mattel claims they have leased moulds from several companies to complete the former Tyco line, including International Hobby Corp. and Life-Like trains, a division of Wm K. Walthers, Inc.
Mattel has also bought many moulds from the former toy train manufacturer Mehano, which went bankrupt in late 2008.
Mattel spokesperson B.J. Hunnicutt had this to say,
"It's a very exciting time, despite the number of challenges were facing. But we do expect the Tyco line to be a huge seller, and were sure more seasoned model railroaders will be happy to see some old friends."
More info can be found here.
Maybe I'll have to buy a NEW Super 630! 
    
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 Posted - April 01 2009 : 3:37:11 PM
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great ken
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 Posted - April 01 2009 : 3:40:54 PM
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Brilliant!
Only problem is that new 630 would come with "9.6V TURBO power!!!" and cost $74.99.
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Posted - April 01 2009 : 3:49:04 PM
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I might have believed this Tyco announcement if the new company was founded by the talented and resourceful members of this forum...
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 Posted - April 01 2009 : 4:22:06 PM
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That was mean... I was about to place an order for an 0-4-0 shifter and tender, since my dad's needs parts... 
D.J. (Yeah, I'm "that kid"... Deal.)
http://railroadrandomness.blogspot.com/
Look; a new blog...
Yippee!
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Posted - April 01 2009 : 6:03:55 PM
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Posted - April 01 2009 : 7:18:48 PM
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Good work MM 1498!
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Posted - April 01 2009 : 9:10:02 PM
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Got me! hook, line & sinker......................................
I was hoping this was true especially for the Alum Passenger cars & parts, But !!!!!!!!!,
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Posted - April 01 2009 : 9:33:25 PM
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| MM-- I believe you are the 1st member ever to prank everyone on April fools day. It was a good one
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 Posted - April 02 2009 : 02:14:55 AM
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So who didn't know this was an April Fools gag? "Spokesperson B.J. Hunnicutt?" 
It was a cruel trick, tho. I mean, that's all the world needs, more Powertorques... 
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Posted - April 02 2009 : 07:23:50 AM
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I'm sorry everyone, but I had to do it. 
Honestly, I didn't think it would fool anybody, but I guess I was wrong about that!
Imagination and a few minutes with a keyboard can do wonders...oh, and it helps to use terms like "spokesperson" or "economic crisis." Try to avoid the word "the" as well!
Oh, and congrats to NP759 for picking up on the B.J. Hunnicutt thing. I told ya I was a fan of the TV show MASH!
So, sorry to everyone who I fooled, but that's April Fool's for ya! 
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Posted - April 02 2009 : 6:15:58 PM
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| LOL....day after April Fools, but you still got me. I was leaning back in my chair when I clicked the link and it scared me sh!+less....that big glittery picture.
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Posted - April 02 2009 : 9:12:53 PM
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You got me good MM 1498!!
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Posted - April 02 2009 : 9:37:38 PM
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quote:You got me good Special Agent MM 1498!!
Originally posted by Alco Fan-April 02 2009: 9:12:53 PM
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I just HAD to add that to my signature...
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Posted - April 03 2009 : 7:47:55 PM
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You got me hook, line and sinker! I was even about to resarch if they were going to bring back tyco US-1 trucking. DARN!!
-Jacob
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Posted - April 03 2009 : 9:27:24 PM
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Hmmmm....I hear that Tyco will be releasing a DCC version powertorque.....
The new improved powertorque doesn't "squeal" but the sound can be replicated with the quantum soundchip on board...."for nostalgia"....
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Posted - April 03 2009 : 11:24:57 PM
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| Wonder if the DCC version will also include a operating mode so instead of smooth starting & stopping the engine will jerk around and take off like a bat outta hell?
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Posted - April 04 2009 : 09:49:50 AM
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"Powertorque Ozone" generators instead of smoke and I'm sold.
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Posted - April 09 2009 : 10:47:45 PM
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mm 1498, you know you have your own spot in hell reserved just for you. i never even noticed B.J. Hunnicutt.
i had started planing on buying more super 630's.
i really wish i'de thought of it. very good job.
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Posted - April 13 2009 : 4:54:38 PM
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well, it's not every year an article comes up showing penguins actually taking flight...
I don't have a one track mind. It depends on the turn-out.
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Is that a power-trip or just another pick-up line?
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Posted - July 29 2011 : 10:46:59 PM
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You Just Officialy Wasted 10 Seconds Of my Life. But It was Totally Worth It
You Pranked Me!
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