With the announcement by GGD to produce the El Capitan and the listing of cars to be included in this set, it started me thinking that my K-Line version also needs an RPO. K-Line did not include one in their Sante Fe sets, so I acquired an Empire State Express RPO and had new name plates made. My El Capitan now has two head end cars.
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Way to go Brian!
Thanks Jason. Picked it up today and they did a first class job. Looks like it was done by the factory.
Brian is that a mail catcher on the forward end of the car? Did it come with the original Empire Express or did you do an add on? Very nice.
Nice. Your building of the El Cap has been impressive.
Cool 
Really nice Brian - how did you have the plates done?
Brian - That is a very professional looking job! Very nicely done. I agree that you have done an outstanding job of putting this train together. As nice as your California Zephyr is, this is the crown jewel.
Art
You keep these project hidden away. Car looks awesome, they did a great job. Another fine addition to your El Capitan set. That will make the Santa Fe consist look great running on your layout. Good work Brian.
Steve, Lady and Tex
Veddy, veddy goot! Since I like RPO's, and the K-line cars, that is nice!
Did the El Cap have an RPO?
Apparently in 1956, no. In 1957 westbound, no. In 1957 eastbound, yes. After 1957 the El Capitan was combined with the Super Chief and lost the exclusive high level look.
http://santafe.gmbus.com/21-22...tan/CONSIST21-22.htm
Thanks guys for all of your comments. Wood, the mail catcher came with the car.
This opens a whole new world. It is an easy change to re-name a car.
Beautiful car, Brian! I'm a big fan of RPO cars.
Good move Brian, good move.
Very sharp!
Peter
Very nice addition to your collection.
Thanks Keith, Peter, Sante Fe Jim and Spence. I am anxious to get this car out on the layout if it will ever stop snowing. More again today and it is really coming down. At this rate, we should have left the Christmas Tree up as it looks like it will be winter for the rest of the year. 
Hello Brian:
I lightened up the image a bit to get a better view of the name plate.
I think your onto something here for people that have access to streamliners but may need a name change. Also, this seems like it is a reversable upgrade, if true, than it is a win win for everyone.
Thanks for sharing.
Charlie
Brilliant idea. You certainly have created a beautiful train.
Thanks Charlie, you nailed it, this version of the photo gives everyone a much better look. And yes, the change is reversible.
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