Hello everyone, I'm new to this page and I am seeking expert help. I am considering purchasing the BLI model of the New Haven I-5 steam locomotive. I need to know several things... 1/what trains were they used on? 2/Did the "Yankee Clipper" always have the "American Flyer" type streamline cars or would Standard heavyweights be accurate? 3/ would corrugated side streamline cars be appropriate, or would that be after steam locos were used? 4/what would a typical train consist be for the Yankee Clipper? The Merchants Limited? I am having difficulty locating the "American Flyer" type cars. I know there are some out there and I am watching on e-bay for them I appreciated any and all help you can provide me. I have a copy of "Dining on the Shore Line Route" but that doesn't help me much with train consists. Thanks again Charlie (host of "Storytime with Charlie" on the Railfanning Discussions board)
Look at posts by nhguy here: http://www.railroad-line.com/ He's very knowledgeable about New Haven transition era trains. Then send him a personal message about your questions.
