Re: (erielack) EL Comet fleet

[cbschneider_@_att.net]

I remember so clearly when the Comet I's and U34CHs arrived.  The very epitome of modernity and efficiency.  What a contrast with the tired old rusty MUs.  I agree the Comet I's for the most part don't look dated 35 years on.  Do they still have the lovely 1970's orange and brown seats & fake woodgraining?

Charles Schneider

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> Todd Hollritt wrote: 
> 
> > I meant to send this Wednesday, I was passing through Boonton 
> > around 1:30 pm and spotted an F40PH-2 going eastbound with a three 
> > car commuter train. Intresting thing was the whole consist was 
> > made up of former Erie Lackawanna Cab-cars! Took the record for 
> > most airhorns on one NJT train that's for sure. :) 
> > 
> > Guess their days are really numbered. 
> 
> I was told by a knowledgable lister that the non-rebuilt Comet I's (with the 
> lower doors) were officially retired right before the New Year. The rebuilds and 
> cab cars will last a little longer until critical mass is reached with the new 
> cars. 
> 
> So modern and new when they arrived on the EL. And to tell you the truth, 
> they really haven't "aged" in terms of looks. And they did manage to survive 35 
> years in service! 
> 
> - Paul 
> 
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