I have a question about this cool accessory. Is there a difference between the original American Flyer version (tan base) and the Lionel re-release (red base)? I'm looking to get one myself and notice that the originals seem to fetch a much higher price. So outside of the base color are there any mechanical differences that would make one better than the other? I'll be happy enough with the Lionel rerelease if it works just the same.
thanks,
Kevin