Re: [CBQ] green and red coaches

[rgortowski@aol.com]

This is the Q's so called "Suburban Service" paint scheme.  It was  applied 
to the rebuilt 7100 series coaches when they were rebuilt for commuter  
service with vestibules and air conditioning.  These preceded the Budd  
Bi-Levels slightly, starting in 1949.  This was the first application of  the 
"ribbon style" lettering (I believe).  
 
There was a contest to choose this paint scheme.  I saw one of  the Q's 
publications which described the contest - I believe that there were  four 
different paint schemes to choose from (including an early simulated  stainless 
steel scheme).  This was the winner (with some  modifications).  These cars 
remained in suburban service late into the  game.
 
Rich G. 
 
 
In a message dated 3/7/2010 7:35:13 P.M. Central Standard Time,  
supplementless@yahoo.com writes:

 
 
 
Can anyone tell me about this paint scheme? When was it used and what was  
it used for? I tried searching for information here but could not find any.  
Any info would be appreciated.

_http://www.jerryapphttp://www.jhttp://www._ 
(http://www.jerryapp.com/arcv3a/ja-r270.jpg) 





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