Thank you.
I had thought of complete conversion, however, I do not wish to lose some of the great functionality that the vision line big boy comes with. I am under the impression that these conversions result in loss of some of these functions. Am I mistaken in this?
I have no issue with the middle rail, I was just wanting to change out the look of the hi rail wheel flanges.
I concentrate more on scenery, structures, weathering and details as my primary interest. For me and the grandkids, the realistic functions of these vision line and legacy locomotives is very enjoyable for them to operate and watch. They love the synchronized smoke, steam whistles, blowdown etc. It really captures their imagination and they remain glued to the train operation.
So given their greatly heightened interest in the functions of the locomotive, I certainly don't mind the middle rail.
They don't seem as "jazzed" about the On30 set up, without all the animation.
The change out the wheel sets was more just for my own personal preference of the overall appearance of the locomotives. I would still like to swap those out, if anyone has experience with this, I would greatly appreciate your input.
I am dismantling the layout and moving everything to the barn as soon as I complete improvements on the building for climate control and power service.
