Ron -
The Bachmann is an AT&SF model with Q lettering. This means that the basic
dimensions and details are not accurate, particularly the tender. Sunset
Models has recently announced a line of HO brass models coming out later this
year, including a Q O-5 with sound for about $600. If you check the online
brass dealers, you might find a discount on this price. I have a number of
Sunset models and while they are not as highly detailed as others, I am quite
happy with their appearance and performance. I suspect that if you tried to
rework an older plastic locomotive, you would be spending close to this price
and still not have the accuracy you might prefer. Check Sunset Models at
www.3rdrail.com (I haven't learned how to link yet).
- John Manion
Denver, CO
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> Hi Ron,
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> Dave Lotz
> BRHS
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ron & Char Atherton [mailto:charon24@starband.net]
> Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2005 5:14 AM
> To: brhs@nsn.org
> Subject: O5 Northern
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> BRHS,
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> I am looking for an O5 Northern in HO scale.
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> I remember that Bachmann made one around 1990-1997 time frame and I see that
> someone in Texas has one for sale on E-Bay.
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> My questions are:
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> 1. How close to prototype is this model on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being
> the closest.
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> 2. Does it need to be repowered for better preformance? I have heard rumors
> that it does need repowering.
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> 3. Is there room for a DCC chip inside the engine, I can or will use an N
> scale chip if needed.
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> 4. Does anyone know the fair market value of this model?
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> 5. Other than brass, has anyone else made or going to make this engine?
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> Thanks for your help,
>
> Ron Atherton
> BRHS Member
> Thomson, IL
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