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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, October 3, 2003 2:53 PM
Proto's aren't all they're cracked up to be either, the drive gears on the wheels all crack. Even with limited use and proper lube.
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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, October 3, 2003 2:53 PM
Proto's aren't all they're cracked up to be either, the drive gears on the wheels all crack. Even with limited use and proper lube.
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Posted by BRAKIE on Friday, October 3, 2003 4:17 PM
Sorry Guys,I don't buy Kato.I will stick with Atlas,P2K and Athearn..I have heard and read of to many problems with Kato..However I do like their GP35s but remain gun shy as I had a faulty NW2 years ago.Rolls Royce? I don't think so.

Larry

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Summerset Ry.


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Posted by BRAKIE on Friday, October 3, 2003 4:17 PM
Sorry Guys,I don't buy Kato.I will stick with Atlas,P2K and Athearn..I have heard and read of to many problems with Kato..However I do like their GP35s but remain gun shy as I had a faulty NW2 years ago.Rolls Royce? I don't think so.

Larry

Conductor.

Summerset Ry.


"Stay Alert, Don't get hurt  Safety First!"

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    April 2003
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Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, October 5, 2003 11:22 AM
Wow! I'm really surprised to hear of problems from Kato. I have 12 of these beautiful locos now, and they are GREAT! I also have 4 Athearn passenger locos. They growl, and need a LOT of voltage to start out. All 12 of my Katos are the sd90/43 and they are great. I really can't wait for the AC 4400. Gonna look great in the CP Beaver scheme.
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Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, October 5, 2003 11:22 AM
Wow! I'm really surprised to hear of problems from Kato. I have 12 of these beautiful locos now, and they are GREAT! I also have 4 Athearn passenger locos. They growl, and need a LOT of voltage to start out. All 12 of my Katos are the sd90/43 and they are great. I really can't wait for the AC 4400. Gonna look great in the CP Beaver scheme.

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