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You know, a pretty close model can be made from either the Kato or Athearn C44-9W and the cab and nose from a Rail Power Products B40-8. I'm telling you, it's a simple conversion. I've done three now and each time I get better at it. It's cheaper than you think, it's quicker than waiting for Kato or Athearn to bring it out, and it's very rewarding. The only thing that's lackluster about the completed model is the cab. But now that Atlas has their B40-8 out, maybe you could get their part. As far as being a rabid NS modeler is concerned, I am definitely it. For me the great thing about NS isn't the classy paint scheme or the beautiful terrain, it's the opportunity to do all that kitbashing and scratchbuilding. The only "stock" NS locomotives I have are P2K SD60s and Athearn GP60s. Everything else has required major modification, but that's why I do it. Sure it would be nice for somebody else to do the work for me, but I'm happy and more satisfied doing it myself. Not only that, since (afaik) NS was the only buyer of the spartan cab Dash 9, I wouldn't expect anyone to step up and put one out even if we asked them. If you'd like instructions on how to do this conversion, simply email me at: norfolksouthernhinose@yahoo.com I'll be glad to provide you with them. RC
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