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quit bashing Bachmann !!!!!
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Bachmann has made relativley affordable locomotives for their Spectrum line, and I must say, the Spectrum line makes the best Steam out there (but the diesels are so-so). I've a Spectrum 4-8-2 and it almost looks more detailed than the new BLI 4-8-2. <br /> Now, as for their standard and plus lines, IT'S ALL CRAP. I mean, there are certain locos that run quite well, like the Plus 0-6-0 that I own (but the rear wheelset on the tender snapped[V]. Thanks a lot, faulty Bachmann equiptment). So really, a standard Bachmann loco (or rolling stock) would need to be modified a bit for exceptional performance (i.e. KD couplers, metal wheelsets, etc.). I <b><i>used</i></b> to think Bachmann was the greatest, but then, seeing the wonders of Kato, Atlas, Athearn, P2K, BLI, and Stewart, I finally realized what pieces of *** that standard line stuff is. <br /> But the EZ mates are nice, even though after a while they start to uncouple. That's why I replaced mine with Kadee #5s. I also think the EZ track is the best stuff ever made. No more hassling with roadbed.[:)] <br /> <br />Just my opinion, <br />Jonathon[;)]
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