SuperChiefer84 posted:Would it be possible to change out the port holes with clear ones from a regular ft?
Yes:
Yes it is possible to install clear port holes. Lionel may have this part. This is the link to contact Lionel • Talk to Us.
https://www.lionelsupport.com/ContactUs/
If they do hot have the clear port hole windows, you will have to custom make them.
Hope this helps: Gary