Does anybody know what the little bag of brown-ish powder is for that is included with Spectrum Locomotives?
CH
It should be more of a black powder. It is to add a little extra detail to your coal tender.
The powder is simulated coal cinders which would cover the tender deck in real life.
Dave
I saw a guy reply to this same question a while back by suggesting that one should rub the black powder on his face to make him look like a real railroader!!
Thanks for the feedback. I was not sure what the powder was for. Did not think about cinders. I would have expected Bachmann to include a little more information in their paperwork that came with the engines. As for rubbing it on your face, I've spent enough time working in a coal fired blacksmith shop, so I think I will pass.
Chris