Haha that’s awesome! (Re:TtE Connor)
Oh Mr. Bach-Man…wherever you are…you know what to do! A 1:29ish version (for the purists among us) would be great for bashing (like the Emily /Sterling single conversions).
Tac, Now I understand fully. I thought It was something against stream line locos, or the Dreyfuss in particular, but now I see it’s more of a scale issue. If I were to be making a decision I would have to side with you. I’d rater see a 1:32 model. This is easily said however, by someone like my self who has no 1:29 any thing. Those that do may feel differently. I am relatively new (5th year) to “G scale” and what little I have accumulated so far is all 1;20.3 If I do ever cross over to standard gauge it would be in 1:32.
Pete, I would hope you would have some priority on the new pre-order list if you are still interested. That has to be a hard pill to swallow after putting up the cash and all the waiting.
Randy Lehrian Jr. said:
Tac, Now I understand fully. I thought It was something against stream line locos, or the Dreyfuss in particular, but now I see it’s more of a scale issue. If I were to be making a decision I would have to side with you. I’d rater see a 1:32 model. This is easily said however, by someone like my self who has no 1:29 any thing. Those that do may feel differently. I am relatively new (5th year) to “G scale” and what little I have accumulated so far is all 1;20.3 If I do ever cross over to standard gauge it would be in 1:32.
I’d rather see a 1/32nd scale model ! Especially as Accucraft is producing streamline coaches at a reasonable price.
But one thing I learned while waiting 4 years for EBT #12, was to grab them when they are offered as they may not come round again.
And, after many years of OO scale models on HO track (a 20% discrepancy in track gauge) I can live with the g-1 track for a 1/29th model (an 11% discrepancy.) As I pointed out to several people at a steam-up, it’s all about the theatre of running a steam train. There’s no scenery, stations, or even ballast. It’s how it looks charging around with a full train behind.
And I happen to think it looks gorgeous. (No accounting for taste!)
Pete, I would hope you would have some priority on the new pre-order list if you are still interested. That has to be a hard pill to swallow after putting up the cash and all the waiting.
I doubt anyone gets priority. They ship a container over to LA and then drop-ship the orders that are paid for.The good news is that I can buy an A1 and coaches now, and save up for 3 years until the Hudson arrives.
I am on my way to Diamondhead next week. I hear Bing, the boss of Accucraft, will be there. Hope he brings the Dreyfuss prototype so I can drool over it. Maybe I’ll make him an offer he can’t refuse . . .
Agree with every thing you had to say Pete. Especially about appreciating just the train. Scale becomes much less important then. Also agree about striking when the iron is hot. I finally had the extra cash and took the plunge on my #12 a few months back. So glad I did, since I think it was one of the last few available. (LS version)
Ah Diamondhead! I haven’t even seen mention of it here on LSC. I already have the wife’s approval on this event one of these years. Just have to wait for our son to be a bit older, and perhaps develop a better collection of equipment to take. Have fun and post pictures!
As a G scale neophyte and only a wannabe steam person, I am very VERY glad the 1:29 is back. At least in spirit. I so want the 0-4-0 switcher with slope tender. Well, if I can computer control it that is…
Glad to hear some support for 1:29. I understand the want for 1:32 purity, but it occurs to me you get a lot more engine, a lot more boiler/power for a modest compromise in scale. I think a lot of folks are initially drawn to 1:20.3 because of the size factor compared to 1:32. Mind you, I still encourage 1:32 scale as well, as there are many fabulous models available and their operators. Around New England our steamups comprise of a wide variety of 1:13, 1:20.3, and 1:32. Because of my existing roster of cars and diesels, I would like to add 1:29 live steam… and given the scale variety, I suspect it wouldn’t look out of place at the steamups.
Martin Sant said:
As a G scale neophyte and only a wannabe steam person, I am very VERY glad the 1:29 is back. At least in spirit. I so want the 0-4-0 switcher with slope tender. Well, if I can computer control it that is…
Martin,
There is the AML version, which I guess you are referring to? But there is also an Aristocraft 0-4-0 live steamer - my pal Jerry as one. It is almost computer controlled: has all kinds of electronics and sound installed. Not your average live steam engine. Hard to find these days.
Pete Thornton said:
I’d rather see a 1/32nd scale model ! Especially as Accucraft is producing streamline coaches at a reasonable price.
Allegedly.
I put MY order in for a set of the CPR cars and a couple of spares the moment they were announced.
A year or more later, and there is still no word…
Ask Mr Cheng about THEM.
tac
Ottawa Valley GRS
tac Foley said:
Pete Thornton said:
I’d rather see a 1/32nd scale model ! Especially as Accucraft is producing streamline coaches at a reasonable price.
Allegedly.
I put MY order in for a set of the CPR cars and a couple of spares the moment they were announced.
A year or more later, and there is still no word…
Ask Mr Cheng about THEM.
tac
Ottawa Valley GRS
Tac,
I will ask. According to Dr Rivet over on MLS, “and cars will be on display at DH” along with the N&W 611.
Of course, ‘on display’ doesn’t mean they will ship you some any time soon.
Well, I had a meaningful few minutes with the N&W 611 at the Llanfair Show last September - it is now January - four months later, and…
You’re still discussing THE 611.
As in the ONE and ONLY.
Same goes for the Selkirk, too. But at least that was seen across the width of the CPR, and not just in the East.
And in case you are wondering - given the $$$ I’d happily have both.
tac
Ottawa Valley GRS
This one:
http://www.americanmainline.com/modelc/G721-01-C.htm
Do you think I can fit servos and R/C into it?
That little loco is just SOOO darn cute! I have it in H0, made by Rivarossi back in the late 1960’s - same number, too.
My granddaughter calls it Fred 96.
If you look on Youtube you’ll see a guy with and indoor layout - it has full r/c.
tac
Ottawa Valley GRS
Martin Sant said:
This one:
http://www.americanmainline.com/modelc/G721-01-C.htm
Do you think I can fit servos and R/C into it?
Martin,
Do you actually have one, or is this a ‘wish list’ item ? I know they were available a couple of years ago, but they are not shown in the Accucraft eStore or elsewhere online as ‘available’.
The good news is that I found a thread showing how Jason fitted r/c to one:
Bachmann Emily is pretty much 1/25 scale.
It’s a wish list thing. But at least it’s on the site again, perhaps they will make more one day.
Thanks for the link tho, that’s pretty neat how he got all that in there. My widgets are about R/C RX size so they should fit. Sweet.
They need to make something other than the 0-6-0s and 0-4-0s. Maybe a 4-6-0 would be nice. Later RJD
R.J. DeBerg said:
They need to make something other than the 0-6-0s and 0-4-0s. Maybe a 4-6-0 would be nice. Later RJD
There are a bunch of 1/32nd 4-6-0s being produced. WuHu/Bowande’s US rep, Bob Clark, wants to make “mid-sized” locos, so after the Casey Jones (currently available) they are doing a PRR G5
http://livesteamg1us.com/pennsy-g5.html I also asked Bob to think about a simpler, entry-level version, without all the complicated axle pumps, etc.
Jason is working on a PRR 4-4-2 E6 (?). And Accucraft is doing the SP M6 2-6-0.
I don’t see a problem pulling 1/29th trains with 1/32nd locos.
I do believe we where talking about 1/29th not 1/32. Not my scale. Later RJD
Well, a 1:29th scale locomotive could be “resized” with a new cab and some other detail modifications. Then it would just be a larger steamer in 1:32