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 Posted - October 12 2009 : 5:42:55 PM
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I grabbed these for a song on the 'Bay. They all have cosmetic damage, and missing handrails, but they're complete otherwise. I'll tear them down and clean and lube the motors. The biggest challenge will be rebuilding the damaged hoods and matching the paint. The ATSF will end up on my diesel roster, the RCA and GE on display, if I ever get them done. Had a request to post the pics, so here we go...
Too many projects, too little time, but always lots o' fun! -Todd
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Posted - October 12 2009 : 6:07:28 PM
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Sweet...I especially like the GE and RCA ones
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Posted - October 12 2009 : 8:30:01 PM
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*wants to "hurt" you for the RCA one*  hehe just kidding Gotta find a few of those locos for my collection 
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Posted - October 12 2009 : 9:01:19 PM
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They're all neat. I have none of this loco model. They would make nice LotW choices.
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Posted - October 12 2009 : 11:11:53 PM
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| I hadn't seen one up close, either, until these dropped into my lap. Thought about putting them in LotW, but their condition is pretty poor. Same construction as a Trolley or the larger Switcher, with an MU2 driving both axles. I haven't gotten any of them running, just yet. Curious whether they'll perform as well as their larger cousins. Might not have as much weight tucked into that small shell. -Todd
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Posted - October 13 2009 : 7:07:48 PM
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Nice finds. I have the GE engine. They're neat lil guys for sure BTW, is that a dent on your GE's hood or did it get melted?
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Posted - October 13 2009 : 9:54:05 PM
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| That's an impact. 3 out of 4 corners are crunched. I'm really wondering if I can restore it, properly. Might have to settle for a "hard-weathered" effect and just enjoy it that way. Could be fun making it into a yard wreck that runs like a top for years to come. Suggestions welcome! -Todd
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