@gunrunnerjohn posted:A big clue about removing the handrails for disassembly. The little square pads at the bottom have some sort of glue on them. After breaking one handrail, I figured that out. What I did for the rest of them was to take my flush cutting wire cutters and gently squeeze around the base right on the chassis until the glue broke free. That allows you to remove the handrails much easier, hopefully without damage. Only the bases are glued, the ends of the rails stuck into the plastic shell are not glued, those just gently pull out.
Thanks for the tip John. I already broke one rail on my 44 ton, I wasn't too eager to fiddle with these even though they are thicker. I have a nice pair of flush diagonals that will do the job.
@coach joe posted:That's a good deal on the 70 tonner. I was in Trainland just before Thanksgiving and that deal wasn't yet available but I did snag the CN 44 tonner I posted previously for $129. I this one was available at that time.
I saw the sale a few weeks ago and was on the fence because I don't model any of the road names. Then I looked up the Rutland and found a winner. Yes- the inventory in the store was a little low. They had one of the new Lionel LC 0-6-0 tanks in the case but I want the Brooklyn Eastern model and they didn't have it. The shop was busy which was nice to see.
I have a LIRR RS-1 w/ PS3 on pre-order so I will be back there soon I hope.
@Mark Boyce posted:Bob, the Rutland engine really looks great!
Thanks Mark. After buying their 44 tonner I figured the 70 would be of equal quality. I can't justify $400 + for the PS3 models, even thought they look great.
Bob
