> Although new to the scale, I see that there is a
> definite divide amongst the pre-transition era modelers and the more
> modern modelers.
Hi Mike... The real divide is between scale guys and American Flyer guys.
Totally different planets. Then there is a smaller divide between the
high-rail guys and the scale guys. The smallest divide of all is between the
modern guys and scale guys. The precise definition of "modern" remains elusive
to this day.
> I am going
> to be modeling around 1979 to 1983 ish. I know it's going to be a
> battle to model that time frame, but that's going to be part of the
> fun.
You will find lots of help from other S guys. Some of us even make parts for
others.
> As far as the Cannon and Co. question goes, I guess the answer I
> was really looking for was "yes".
Gotta be honest, it isn't here and probably won't be for quite a while. If the
modernistas are looking for a project, perhaps this is something to be
undertaken as a group.
> There does seem to be a market in S
> scale for a product line of highly detailed diesel detail parts (hood doors,
> cabs, hood ends, etc....).
Yes, but how large is that market? Be careful.....
> I don't have the connections or the
> financial capacity right now to start such an en devour.
If you stir the pot enough, a sugar daddy sometimes steps up to the plate.
> I hope I haven't angered the S Scale gods,
Not sure we have any of those. This is the land of equality. As the book
title says, "We don't need no stinkin' S Gods!"
> I have a very strong opinion on most every topic about this hobby.
You are not alone there. Just be polite and nobody will bite you.
> I'm not going to give up on transitioning
> to S Scale,
Welcome back. If you can satisfy yourself regarding motive power, the rest of
it will be easy.
> I am however, going to make the transition very slowly.
Yeah, that's what Jace said too. Look at him now! He has more S scale than he
ever thought he would and he never even sold off his O scale stuff.
> I'm actually thinking about asking
> Don Heimburger if I would write an article for S gaugian magazine about it.
Some S-guys like to preach to the S-choir. Others aim for the non-S folks.
Each to his own. There is no right or wrong.
Have fun.....Ed L.
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