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Post by ztrack on Sept 21, 2017 5:38:40 GMT -5
Wow talk about timing! Just last night, I asked our web guru to add 7 new starter sets to AZL Direct. These are all based on the GP7. I will be posting photos as soon as we have these online. It has been fun coming up with these sets since we have a number of new freight cars to work with.
I was going to ask this question when we announced the new sets, but I might as well ask it now. What other start sets would you like see? As an example type of loco and number of freight cars? I hope to come up with a few more options before our busy time of year hits.
Rob
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Post by ztrack on Sept 20, 2017 18:13:23 GMT -5
Thanks Doug! It was a lot of fun coming up with this concept. I think John really nailed the art for the plan!
On the renewal, you would have received a letter and a post card. Checking though, it looks like you have a new address. I am wondering if these got forwarded to you.
Rob
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Post by ztrack on Sept 19, 2017 7:07:56 GMT -5
In the current issue of Ztrack, I have an AZL inspired track plan concept for the Montana Rail Link. With AZL offering both the MRL SD45 and SD70ACe, I know I wanted to do a large track plan around the MRL. AZL's modern offering a perfect for this concept layout, especially with the large amount of BNSF equipment now available. You can also find in the new issue of Ztrack: AZL’s ES44ACs are now here! Trafouchs 4 Seasons in Z Hood decals complete Chessie GP30 Marklin summer new items Rokuhan’s new C11 steam locomotive Artitec’s ready made accessories New MTL offerings And so much more…. Not a subscriber? Then start today! Both print and digital subscriptions are available. Visit our site to get started today! www.ztrackmagazine.comRob
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Post by ztrack on Sept 18, 2017 16:47:35 GMT -5
Oh that is sharp.... I SO wish the CSX would get into the Heritage game. How do we get the Monongahela and not the P&LE! Think about all the amazing heritage units CSX could do. It would be amazing...
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Post by ztrack on Sept 15, 2017 7:41:42 GMT -5
I found this image on Railpictures.net the other day. What a classic photo of a NYC RDC. What is very striking is the woodside caboose and outside braced boxcar visible in the background. The photo was taken in July of 1960. It really shows the length of time the outside braced cars ran. I mention this since AZL has just released these cars. Really, you can run them with your Mikados all of they way through your F3s and even your early SD units! Here is more information on the photo: www.railpictures.net/photo/627472/The photographer has been posting some really interesting images from Mackinaw City Michigan from this period. I didn't realize the NYC was so involved with Michigan. Take a look at some of his other photos. You will see what I mean. Rob
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Post by ztrack on Sept 14, 2017 6:46:08 GMT -5
For Marklin, contact Frank Daniels at Z Scale Hobo. He is now performing Marklin loco service and repair. His email is:
frank@zscalehobo.com
Rob
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Post by ztrack on Sept 14, 2017 6:40:28 GMT -5
AMERICAN Z LINE September 2017 New Release – Part 2 ES44AC – NS - Southern: 62411-3 NS-Heritage SOU ES44AC 8099 Budd – RDCs – VIA: 62220-1 VIA Budd RDC 6135 62220-2 VIA Budd RDC 6148 NEW BODY STYLE – 40’ Outside braced boxcar! Previewed during the National Train Show in August, AZL is excited to announce that the 40’ outside braced boxcars are here! And for the first release, we bring you the very popular ATSF! A single, a two-pack and two four-packs are available. Each car has unique road numbers. That is eleven different numbers in the ATSF release! 903100-1 ATSF 40´ Outside Braced Boxcar 12947 Single 903170-1 ATSF 40´ Outside Braced Boxcar 12938, 12946 Two-pack 913100-1 ATSF 40´ Outside Braced Boxcar 12936, 12937, 12941, 12944 Set 913100-2 ATSF 40´ Outside Braced Boxcar 12939, 12940, 12942, 12948 Set The cars feature etched metal walkways, doors that open, blackened metal wheels, fine printing and AZL’s AutoLatchTM couplers. See the American Z Line sites for more information on these and other AZL products. www.americanzline.comwww.azldirect.comRob Kluz Ztrack Distribution
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Post by ztrack on Sept 14, 2017 6:27:24 GMT -5
Definitely blue! The photo below shows the decal by itself. It does darken slightly due to the red underneath. Love that photo you posted!
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Post by ztrack on Sept 13, 2017 17:49:54 GMT -5
Ztrack Distribution is offering hood decals for AZL's Chessie GP30. We have posted an article on line, as well as the current issue of Ztrack (July/August 2017) on the application of the decal. You can find the online article here: www.ztrackmagazine.com/chessie-gp30-decals/The decals really finish off this fine model! Rob
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Post by ztrack on Sept 10, 2017 9:01:10 GMT -5
We are adding a new collection to Ztrack Resale. The collection contained one 40' gondola lettered for SP. If anyone is interested, it is up on Ztrack Resale: www.ztrackresale.comRob
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Post by ztrack on Sept 3, 2017 12:51:53 GMT -5
Sorry no pictures. Driving up on I-75. Actually first saw these guys in motion on route 68. We stopped for breakfast, only to catch up with them stopped off in the distance on I-75. Af first, I didn't recognize the scheme. They were not the cleanest locos! But we go a good look with them stopped. Definitely KCS. Sorry, I couldn't see the numbers or catch a photo. I did a quick web search and it is not uncommon to see KCS around Findlay. www.railpictures.net/photo/417688/www.railpictures.net/photo/417747/Rob
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Post by ztrack on Sept 3, 2017 8:40:54 GMT -5
So after releasing the KCS ES44ACs on Friday, I was driving near Findlay, OH yesterday, and saw two of these locos leading a double stack intermodal train heading North. I did a double take. Talk about timing!
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Post by ztrack on Sept 1, 2017 20:10:10 GMT -5
AMERICAN Z LINE September 2017 New Release – Part 1 ES44AC – Kansas City Southern: 62405-1 KCS ES44AC 4803 62405-2 KCS ES44AC 4809 62405-3 KCS ES44AC 4816 Greenville 60’ Boxcars - Conrail: 914206-1 Conrail Greenville 60´ Boxcar Set 221006, 221008, 221009, 221014 Dark Brown 904206-1 Conrail Greenville 60´ Boxcar Single 221012 Dark Brown See the American Z Line sites for more information on these and other AZL products. www.americanzline.comwww.azldirect.comRob Kluz Ztrack Distribution
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Post by ztrack on Aug 26, 2017 20:37:08 GMT -5
Charlie we are taking reservations for the J. You have your choice between locomotive only, or locomotive with car sets. Email me at: robkluz@ztrack.com to place your reservation. Am I allowed to guess??
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Post by ztrack on Aug 19, 2017 19:02:36 GMT -5
Wow great job!!!!!
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