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Gerald, This is useless if you're modelling Michigan, but if you decide to model the 1970s NEC, here's a breakdown. -GG1s (black with white lettering, numbered in the 900s). You got several choice for this model. -Metroliner MUs - if you can finds the old Bachmann models, with some additional derailing they might be acceptable (depends on your style). Don't know about the running capabilities. -E60s - again, the old Bachmann model. With additional details, it would be acceptable - again that depends on your style...for me it's fine as-is. However, the pantographs are not that good, but you have no choice. I checked thoroughly, even firms such as Roco, Fleischmann, Lima, Sommerfeldt, and Marklin - no siutable pantos. The running info?? It seems to vary with each individual model, and how it was handled by its previous owner. Also, note that AEM-7s started to come online in 1979, so if you're modelling the very late 70s, you could maybe use #s 900-910 in Phase III. These are made by Atlas. Excellent model. Also note that freight trafic under motive power was a common site on the Corridor. An E33/E44 would suit here, and there's a Bachmann model coming out in the fall. Rolling stock? Early 70s belonged to the Heritage fleet, with steam heating, very often in the colors of the car's previous owner. Amfleets started to come online in 1974-75. Hope this helps.
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