Tom, outstanding data, puts all the info in one spot.
The next cool thing would be to link electronic pictures (such as from the
yahoo photos area or other websites, with permission) to that last column.
hmmmmm
Rick Keil
Somewhere in Iraq
Normally Omaha
>From: "Tom Mack" <thommack@yahoo.com>
>Reply-To: CBQ@yahoogroups.com
>To: CBQ@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [CBQ] New Boxcar Spreadsheet uploaded
>Date: Mon, 26 Dec 2005 12:48:57 -0000
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>I have been working on a detailed spreadsheet of CB&Q boxcars for my
>own modeling use, but want to share the work so someone else doesn't
>replicate the work needlessly. Anyway, I am sure there are some gaps
>and definitely some info that needs clarification. Also, I am open to
>suggestions as to what columns you would like to see. I have created a
>cross-reference to Spoor's Color Guide, but could also probably use a
>cross-reference to various Zephyr or BB pictures. Please e-mail me
>with corrections/suggestions. My hope is that this canbecome the start
>of some definitive lists that can be posted on the BRHS site for
>everyone. If you are working on something similar, please also let me
>know so we can collaborate as much as possible.
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>I was also thinking of starting some monologues regarding the various
>models out there since there seems to be a lot of common questions
>about cars, locomotives, etc. that come out on the list, with a lot of
>great info from members, but this information many times lies buried
>in posts and is hard to find. My suggestion is that we create an
>official folder and format for posting information on models available
>and that members create/update these monologues instead of simply
>posting a message. This would include information on prototype AND
>non-prototype cars since many times people ask questions like "Is the
>new XYZ car prototypical for the Q?" even if the answer is "No" or
>"Not really, but it is a good stand-in for a CB&Q class ABC except
>for..." (the new Walthers double door 60' boxcar is a good example of
>a non-prototype car, as is the new PS-2 covered hopper in the black
>paint which could be a stand-in if in the proper color for a larger
>capacity Q covered hopper). It could also include details about
>variations or mistakes in the model runs (e.g. the early Atlas CB&Q
>ACF cylindrical covered hoppers had the "BURLINGTON" printed too high
>- this was corrected on subsequent models). I'm willing to put
>together some initial examples, but want to make sure I have support
>from other members that this is a good idea!
>
>Tom Mack
>Cincinnati, OH
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