What Would You Change?

[Bob C]

Could it possibly be that the reason the "majority" prefer to by "pre assembled" could be due, in part, to the manufacturers withdrawing "kits" from the market ? Seems to my geriatric mind, rolling stock "used to be" in the majority as either/or kit/RTR in all but "toy/set" trains (RTR) or "craftsman" kit-only. Kits seemingly by maker's choice, are more & more scarce, though variety and accuracy is much increased - any road, different road #s, weathered or not...and you may have to disassemble (at your peril) RTR equipment - or structure (!) to modify it for your purpose. To me, it's a tad discouraging - especially on my limited hobby budget. Bring back KITS !!! - I would even spend some $ for plans to aid in scratching. End of 'nother rant. Bob C.