It really makes me laugh when some people on this forum substantiate the need to find the "facts first" but they themselves get their "information" from second-hand untrustworthy sources as well. 
Like Rob said everyone needs to check their sources.
Brody, don't be afraid to post to this forum. Although some of the characters here can be very hard to deal with, your interest in real trains is a good thing if the industry intends to last particularly in the steam preservation sector. My best advice to you is: listen and ask lots of questions! And always remember the saying that you "truly know nothing". I use this saying in all aspects of my life, from my railroad side to my medicine side. It helps to give one the drive to learn more and get better at their understanding of how things work.
Regardless, I'm very impressed with the 2100 group's professionalism and information to the general public. I really enjoy looking and learning about the rebuilding process, which in itself is an art that is somewhat lost nowadays.
