We had a handful of SP repairs and repaints at LRC in the early 90's, and we had to use that water based latex. It sure was pretty when it was new! Now you're going to want me to find those pics....... Always liked that Bi-Centennial loco!
We may have to move this thread from out of the SP to just "Fallen Flags". Or we could start new threads in each category.
These railroads weren't "gobbled up"; they were emancipated. After all Uncle Pete's charter was signed by A. Lincoln. http://up150.com/timeline/union-pacific-charter
I can't get enough of that Katy SD40-2 photo, Russell. That's how my childhood was spent, trackside along the joint Katy-Mopac Whitesboro Sub with that same view of Katy green or Jenks blue SD40-2s charging up the hill by my house. I would love to see more if you have them!
The only saving grace for the U.P., STEAM! Got to love their steam program. Of course, 4449 is even better! Thanks!