Alex, like many engines from that series, I would guess Lionel (that Lionel) was hoping people would put them under glass and not run them. Lionel today would never put out something that poor. Lionel today is the best ever. I sold my Lionel Niagara and informed the buyer of what may happen. I have worked on so many of those I can do them in my sleep. I get the drive shaft from Lionel.
I would like to see that engine in Legacy with all the bells and whistles. Ryan who is in charge of the high end locomotives would do it right. He is aware of what was and he is the man that will bring us better locomotives.
With all the problems that engine has, I have seen them drop big time in price. They are very pretty but it is what it is. At this time, I have my first MTH Niagara outfitted with a new PS-32 board. It is great. I will keep it until Lionel does one in Legacy.
