I do hope it ends up running well enough to be a part of my NYC switching roster, Dave. But, even if it's turns out to be somewhat disappointing, I think I'll have fun trying to make it run as well as it can.
I expect the painting and detailing to also be an enjoyable learning experience. Worst-case scenario: A beautifully painted, static display piece that has been well-researched.
Tom
https://tstage9.wixsite.com/nyc-modeling
Time...It marches on...without ever turning around to see if anyone is even keeping in step.
Tom,
I just acquired my first Brass locomotive a few months ago that needed to be remotored along with adding a new gear box. The following website proved to be very valuable for me:
http://schutzer.net/Brass_Clinics/RebuildingBrass2011.pdf
Best wishes on your beautiful locomotive,
Wayne
Modeling HO Freelance Logging Railroad.
Wayne,
Thanks for the link.
Sure looks like a beauty of an engine!
Well, I have a modest layout, and have no need at all for $800 worth of decoders.
I'm actually hoping to go buy another brass steam engine tomorrow, depending upon what the dealer has that I "need".
John
Hey John:
PRR8259Well, I have a modest layout, and have no need at all for $800 worth of decoders.
My wife doesn't think that I need $800.00 worth of decoders either!
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
That looks like she'll be a good, solid runner for you, Tom! I hope you get lots of enjoyment out of running up and down the yard ladders with 'er.
I remember my first foray into brass. Maybe 20 years ago at the Berea, OH train show I bought an LMB New York Central Niagara.
It wasn't until I got home and had a good look over my new "prize" that I discovered it had a Union Pacific tender
Taking that first step is an eye-opening experience and you learn as you go about what's out there—quality wise—and the difference of a good deal and a great deal.
Enjoy your new adopted friend...
Regards, Ed
Hello John, I am sending you this communication as you have indicated a great respect of John Gurdak and I am wondering if you can arrange to put me in touch with him. About 2 years ago my brother-in-law contacted John and arranged for him to sell the following two locomotives on consignment: A United PFM Abernathy and Lougheed three truck Climax locomotive a United PFM Class B logging Climax. The first was advertised on Uncle Dave's Brass website for $3,995 US, the second engine was advertised for $395 US On February 25th 2016 my brother-in Law received an e-mail from John letting him know that both the locomotives had sold at a recent train show. (Both listings were removed from his website March 28th 2016) I understand that it was the last communication he received from John. Since that time, he has sent many e-mails to John and left many messages on his voice mail, but has never received a response. We were really concerned that some disaster had happened to John which would account for his lack of response, but I see from this forum that on June 05th 2016 he replied to Tom after you had recommended that he should send John an e-mail. Unless someone is acting on his behalf, it would appear that John is still active and so we would very much like to resume our discussions with him. If there is anything you can do to convince him to communicate again we would really appreciate it. Thank you, Ian
I start reading MR back in Nov 1960 - that was the issue that reviewed the new Athearn heavyweight cars. There were photos of a layout that featured the GN S1 4-8-4 by PFM. I made it a goal to own one some day. I was only 13 but 3 years later I got one. Back in the early sixties brass cost little more than diecast locos. You could build a 5 by 9 layout with 24 radius track and run most brass sold. Add Kadee couplers and some sidings for switching on a wayfreight train and things were great. I would rather have new affordable brass today than all the electronic bells and whistles available today. But no, the American consumer had to buy TVs and cars driving the prices up for brass in Japan and Korea. Guess I am not with the times.
Hello Ian--
Sorry I just saw your post this evening.
You should be able to contact John Gurdak through the Uncle Dave's Brass website, as there are email addresses on there to contact him.
I don't have some other email address than what is on there, and I hope the funds for the consignment have cleared to the seller by now?