@rheil posted:C'mon Rex. No EM-1 or S-i ?
I have the S-1, that was produced before my religious conversion.
My EM-1 is, gasp, Lionel on account of because of the sound and the built-in TMCC
@rex desilets posted:I have the S-1, that was produced before my religious conversion.
My EM-1 is, gasp, Lionel on account of because of the sound and the built-in TMCC
At least you have both the EM-1 and the S-1.
@GG1 4877 posted:If it the H24-66 was offered in CNJ, I'd add one but substitute it for the E60? Nope. I grew up with that locomotive for better or worse. I'm ordering 3 when I finally get on the order page and sort out my mess of 3rd Rail / GGD orders.
I've advocated for a PRR K2 for a while too. Just a unique take on the Pennsy Pacific.
I am more interested in H16-44's but in the later years of production. When they cut back the "streamlining"
This thread, as would l, asks for 3rd Rail creations, but what is the status of 3rd Rail since somebody stuck pins in our dollies, and cursed us all with C-19? Everything on hold, and all laying low?
With the shocking announcement out, maybe Scott Mann and co would consider picking up the MTH premier line? Or consider doing the second and third generation diesels. I could use a pair of Amtrak SDp40f and some Poochs!
Anyone interested in a Frisco 1522 Mountain ? Beautiful engine. Nice excursion history too. (google to see history and videos).
I think there might be a place for smaller diesel switchers in both three and two-rail, what with MTH closing up shop. The risk of making dies and tooling and then having your work undercut by MTH has just dropped dramatically.
They don't often reissue an engine, but if they did a postwar PRR E-6s Atlantic would be nice.
A correctly sized postwar PRR A-5 0-4-0 would also be nice. Wonder if they can stuff ERR command and sound system in it, along with smoke.
How about a small logging Mikado like the Oregon Pacific and Eastern #19. I don't think this locomotive was ever modeled in any scale.
@VintageClassics posted:Hello Everyone!
I thought it might be helpful to start a 3rd Rail Wishlist thread so that we can have a place to state our requests for future Sunset engines!
I know we all have our favorite engines, and railroads, and I just want to say no matter what my personal favorites may be... it's nice to see everyone's wishes for what they would like 3rd Rail to make, and I'm all for seeing rare, and new cool steam engines being done.
My vote, would be for something never before done in O scale...
How about an O scale ATSF 5000 Class Madame Queen? It could be offered in as built, and in later versions...
What engines would you like Sunset to make?
I would be in for this one.
@alextwister posted:How about a small logging Mikado like the Oregon Pacific and Eastern #19. I don't think this locomotive was ever modeled in any scale.
Or as Caddo and Choctaw Railroad #4 (as built 1915,) Cia de Real del Monte y Pachuca #105 (1920,) McCloud River Railroad #19 (1924,) Yreka Western #19(1953,) besides OP&E #19 (1970.) The Yreka Western repurchased the 19 in 1988 for tourist train service. In 2016 the 19 was purchased by Age of Steam.
Movies: Emperor of the North, Stand by Me.
Quite a busy history for the locomotive.
Rusty
@WITZ 41 posted:Happy to chime in. I just need 99 more of you to chime in too! I already talked to Scott about it. He's not optimistic after offering and cancelling the earlier 3 cylinder version. Only the SP version was made. However, I would posit that the late version would have more interest due to period of operation 1942-1954 during steam's zenith.
Like many unique Union Pacific power it's been done in HO but never in O. UP 4-10-2 (late) #5090-5099. They used oil tenders converted from the 9000 series. After being simplified to 2 cylinder operation in 1942 they ran as late as 1954 on the Cajon pass. Big, Brutish, and Beautiful.
#5097 would be the must have cab number. It survived in operation the longest.
The Streamliner Vol. 7 No. 1 has some great photos and info on the 4-10-2s in it's discussion of the Cajon Pass....
but alas, there only seems to be a market for more Hudsons or another F3/F7........I'll take my singular wishes and go cry tears of self pity, by myself, curled up in the corner now.....
I could go for this one too.
@Shawn_Chronister posted:I would be in for this one.
Dido! I would put in a pre-order for that locomotive in a heartbeat. Also, it would be nice to see a version of it with a WWII headlight shroud.
I would reserve both the ATSF 5000 and a UP 4-10-2.
Send emails to Scott!
-Brian
@CAPPilot posted:They don't often reissue an engine, but if they did a postwar PRR E-6s Atlantic would be nice.
A correctly sized postwar PRR A-5 0-4-0 would also be nice. Wonder if they can stuff ERR command and sound system in it, along with smoke.
They can be found in the market place. I searched and found this one.
Another Pennsy request in this list, was an I1 decapod, also done by Sunset sometime ago. Both are relatively easy upgrades to more modern electronics. The I1 gearing is unique, 30 to 1 gear ration, runs well at low speed, without new electronics. . Top in picture. I believe it was also done with a short tender.
Weaver had done the small A5.
Mike,
While I have found a couple of great ERR installers, overall I have had varying success with upgrades in my Weaver, Williams, and 3rd Rail brass engines. I would be more interested in a new E6 or A5 with factory installed command control. However, every time that 3rd Rail E6 or Weaver A5 comes up for sale, it takes a lot of will power not to buy them.
@N&WGuy posted:As someone who grew up in a family that worked on the Long Island Railroad, I’d love to get some of their now retired M-1 electric cars!
I would love if they made these,odds are slim ,also I would need a small business loan because you need at least 16 cars or 8 2 car sets,plus another set for westbound service.
Yes! Yes!! Yes!!!
Shawn and Brian!
1942-1954 simple operation FTT !
In a heartbeat I would order two!
#5097 2R and #5093 in 3R
Scott, please announce and test the waters for reservations. I know you tried the earlier 3 cyl version but the later #5090s prototype was a workhorse during steam's most popular period. A MUST HAVE for any UP fan.
I know a few others who would be in for one or two as well.
Will
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I would love to see a couple of UK engines: The "Flying Scotsman", which was the first UK steam engine to hit 100 miles per hour, and the "Mallard", which was the fastest steam engine, hitting 126 mph. I believe 3rd rail made these several years ago. I believe when 3rd Rail made these they were brass. I would be happy with brass, or die cast, as long as the detail and quality are good. There are many of these available in O gauge 2 rail DC, but my interest is O gauge 3 rail AC.
Numerous interesting engines outside the US, but in HO. UK also has 00 engines which are popular, also DC though.. O gauge is limited in popularity outside US and where it is available, it is 2 rail, DC.
If 3rd Rail makes the two engines I mentioned "my deposit money is in hand and waiting". Thanks!
