Diesel's Initial Test Runs

In July and August 2000, the first frame was test run several times in Devine. In October a new, bigger frame was built. A temporary wood test-frame was built to check track clearances. And last, 3 photos of model locos for an example of what I'm working towards building and going to be riding inside!

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The first test run in Devine, July 2000.

Frolin and the test frame.

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Narrow gauge test frame meets standard gauge

F unit,  that’s Steve Campa and Frolin.

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Frolin, pulling my two n.g. gons

with Jerry and Grandma.

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The second frame being test run at the

Comanche & Indian Gap, on Oct.13th, 2000.

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The temporary wood skeleton frame was erected

to test track clearances, final frame will be steel.

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Here, we see the main objective has been met!

I'm riding INSIDE the engine.

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How big is it?  The hood is 21in wide, 24in tall,

41in long. Cab is 22in wide, 39in tall and 29in long.

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Poster board was stapled on for depth, but

the camera made a bad lime green color.

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A G scale std gauge GE 70. This is the

body style and color scheme I am planning.

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Found an On3 model on a layout

in Durango in July, kit-bashed loco.

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This On3 model is similar to what I want

my final locomotive to look like, but green.