Here a few odds n ends for a heads up on why there are some differences between the MP and T&P consists. Keep in mind that 8 cars for a consist was the desired size. MP and T&P didn’t always buy a given car in same numbers. If MP would buy 10, T&P might buy 1. The coaches were crazy like this. If T&P bought Pullmans, MP bought Budds. MP has 3 domes, T&P just 1.
All This made for problems putting together 8 car consists and still be able to offer extras. So there are some limitations. For example, I’ll be getting the MP set but will add a T&P Coach and Pullman as these cars are not present in the MP set. They are different cars. Also remember all cars have unique names and/or numbers. There are up to 4 for each if prototypical. All cars are in “Eagle paint” except the NDM 10-6.
Head end cars and the Budd 10-6 sleeper have 6 wheel trucks, remaining 4 wheel trucks. The Rivets are prototypically Done (a Lot of work!!!) Interiors for each type car are unique.
Blinds vary. Bathrooms are closed, lounge, observation, and most exterior passageways are open (sometime a porter might get busy and miss one 🤣🤣🤣), chair areas partial. Bunk beds in dorm should be visible.
Im sure I’m forgetting some things so ….. more later. 🤔
Cheers !!! 😜
