This is the story of an Atlas S1 which was presumed dead, but which has been brought back to life.

So, TO DO list:

1. 2 photos for magazine articles - scheduled for Feb 9 - it isn't Feb 9 yet

2. Finish Flat car(s) - repairs complete! on to the next step.

3. 3 flexivans to add grab irons - When did I get old? I can't see where to put them! HELP!

4. 9 units to apply names to. - They aren't all back from the painting yet

I was given a locomotive from a friend and was told that it is roughly 40 years old. After some cleaning up, it runs like a champ. I am trying to identify the make and model of the loco (the "real" manufacturer and model), and possibly the maker of the train (HO gauge). The only identifying stamping is on the fuel tank cover and it says "Made in Yugoslavia". I'm sure that someone will immediately recognize the locomotive, but I have been looking at various photos and have come up empty.

Thanks, Rich

Late last night while trying to work out an issue with a turnout, I knocked my HO Bachmann Mogul to the floor from the five foot height of the benchwork. The result is not pretty. Damage to the loco and the tender shell.  I have not looked at an exploded parts diagram yet to try and ascertain if I can replace all the damaged parts but this one may be a total loss......sigh....Really did a number on it.

Michael