Another interesting fact concerning the Gilbert Hall of Science were the folks who maintained the trains on the layouts there: the Savoy Merchandise Company on West 23rd St. They also bought and restored used AF locos from the Hall of Science and sold them at a discount. There was an AF expert mechanic named Ernie from whom I personally purchased motor brushes and other needed parts when I did my own maintenance. My dad and uncle purchased several of my engines there, as they were rebuilt as new and looked and operated well.
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