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Williams GG - 1
Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Friday, December 9, 2005 1:23 PM
The recent ad on the back of the January 2006 issue of
CTT, for Williams GG - 1, did not specify whether the product
had a horn. After calling around, I have found out that they
have the True Blast II horn, which is a nice one.
The price is $ 149.95, but there are several dealers, who
are selling them for $ 139.00. Due out by Feb. 1st, 2006.
Just thought I'd share this information with you folks.
Chuck
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Posted by cnw1995 on Friday, December 9, 2005 2:10 PM
I've always wanted one of these - too bad I've run out of money! The Williams deal should probably include the $25 to become a member of their Platinum Club to buy the GG1 at this great price. But you also get a free caboose or freight car!!

Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, December 9, 2005 8:01 PM
What's the minimum track curve for this? Thanks, Joe
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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Friday, December 9, 2005 8:13 PM
QUOTE: Originally posted by joe0315

What's the minimum track curve for this? Thanks, Joe

Joe, According to Williams, the minimum curve is 0 - 27.
This is the 14 " Classic GG - 1.
Chuck
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Posted by lionelsoni on Friday, December 9, 2005 8:16 PM
I don't actually know what Williams might claim. But, if it truly is a reproduction of the postwar Lionels, as it seems to be intended to be, it might do O27.

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, December 10, 2005 6:37 AM
QUOTE: Originally posted by Blueberryhill RR

QUOTE: Originally posted by joe0315

What's the minimum track curve for this? Thanks, Joe

Joe, According to Williams, the minimum curve is 0 - 27.
This is the 14 " Classic GG - 1.
Chuck


Thanks, guys. With all the specs. in the ad, this "minor" point was left out. Joe
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Posted by Anonymous on Monday, December 12, 2005 9:28 PM
Hi Guys. This is my first time to the forum. Couldn't resist getting in on discussing track radius. CTT had an article in either 2003 or 2004 concerning combinations of track to effect the radius you want. They suggested starting with two O-31 pieces add to that, two O-54 one to each side, then add two O-72 one to each side. This will create an oval that lets you run a little faster. Sounds like fun to try.
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Posted by Anonymous on Monday, December 12, 2005 10:01 PM
Is the body metal or plastic? The K-line club special was metal for $100 a few years ago.

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Posted by Buckeye Riveter on Monday, December 12, 2005 11:10 PM
QUOTE: Originally posted by johngu

Hi Guys. This is my first time to the forum. Couldn't resist getting in on discussing track radius. CTT had an article in either 2003 or 2004 concerning combinations of track to effect the radius you want. They suggested starting with two O-31 pieces add to that, two O-54 one to each side, then add two O-72 one to each side. This will create an oval that lets you run a little faster. Sounds like fun to try.


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That is if each piece of track has a angle of 30 degrees. Or in better terms it takes 12 pieces of each type to make a circle.

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Posted by Jumijo on Tuesday, December 13, 2005 5:35 AM
William's pricing is all over the lot. The ad in CTT shows the GG1 for $149.95 The flyer I got in the mail yesterday says $249.95, but if you order between now and 12/20, its $187.46 (25% off). You can get it in a nice set for $399.95 which includes 4 freight cars and a caboose. That can be had for $299.96 if you order before 12/20.

I saw a Williams 671 Turbine running at a show in August. I wasn't all that impressed with the whistle it had, and when the whistle was sounding, the loco would either move faster or slower, I can't remember which. Great smoker though. And, even though I wasn't blown away by Williams sound, I'd buy one of their reproductions before buying a 50 year old Lionel original.

Jim

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, December 13, 2005 9:40 AM
Morning, I have 5 GG-1s from williams and they are great runners, cheaper than Lionel and handle O-31 curves.I use gargrave so i was able to cheat making my curves, they fall between 0-31 and 0-27 The horns sounds great and they run SmOOOth on the tracks.Williams makes a great product if your on a budget.I have bought them over the years from Marty at Ma and Pa Junction. Marty is a straight -up honest dealer at will spend time to talk to you on the phone if you have a question. Hes a great train lovin honest train nut like I am
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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Sunday, December 25, 2005 7:27 AM
Suppose to be here in 2 weeks.
Chuck # 3 I found my thrill on Blueberryhill !!

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