Got this from ebay yesterday. Brand new, runs great, smokes pretty good. Awesome looking Loco. I know it's not the official T1 2101,but this one was well within budget. Anyone know where I can get the eagle and chessie steam special placard for the front? Thanks for any help!
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Donnie...best of luck with your new Chessie Steam Special. I took my kids on that run, 2 years in a row when they operated out of Cincinnati. They were little boys then, my oldest is now near 50! I was never able to get your locomotive but I did manage to acquire the "little brother" . The Lionel # 8008 from 1980.
Regards
Don
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I was too young to remember as I was born in canton in 77. Only saw pictures. I always wanted this Loco. Definitely getting alot of joy out of it. Thanks and take care.
@Donnie Kennedy posted:Got this from ebay yesterday. Brand new, runs great, smokes pretty good. Awesome looking Loco. I know it's not the official T1 2101,but this one was well within budget. Anyone know where I can get the eagle and chessie steam special placard for the front? Thanks for any help!
Donnie,
There are two threads that I can think of that you would probably enjoy immensely. Unfortunately I can only find one of them presently. Follow this one for the eagle (and much, much more; in fact it may be more than you're ready for):
Lionel Chessie T-1 6-18011 Mods | JayHawk500
Good luck with your search and upgrade effort.
When/if I locate the second link I'll post it.
Mike
Donnie Kennedy - Good Luck in finding the placard. Incidentally, enjoyed reading your Biography in your Profile (which I - personally - can relate to). All the best to you and your family!