I agree I'd realy love to have an S-2 (aka GN 4-8-4). But I see one problem (finances not applicable here) is the speed limit now in force on the Columbia tracks. The S-2 is a high stepp'n engine that loved to cruise at 80. Very much akin to the N&W 611. I think that will scale down to a bit more than the speed limit. But there are other venues where one can 'decarbonize the cylinders' with some heavy throttle settings!

I will take Andrew up on his offer to handle the throttle when she's ready for running. I can be a bit impatient to he better get constructing.

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