Another Miami Layout

[torikoos]

This is only an idea, but I am thinking of maybe switching to the trasition era, and......Changing location .........
I know This sounds crazy to change my mind know, but this is still just an idea. The reason I am thinking of changing to the transition era, is that I am starting to miss early diesels like Alcos and early geeps.

If I do change era, I also want to change my setting to the San Francisco area mainly because I could chose from either Southern Pacific, Santa Fe, or Western Pacific. If I due change era, I will keep the same track-plan, I will just modify the industries and buildings.

So is this Idea plausible, or should I stay with CSX in Miami?

Both are fun to do, the modern theme has the advantage that you can do research right here, right now! Building anything from the past means you'll have to study books, archives, pictures and other footage from the area to make sure you get everything right, from architectural styles to fashion, billboards, cars, etc etc. That can be a hobby in it self, but of course, makes for interesting railroad operations due to a large® variety of loco's from various builders, and not forgetting the mix of steam and diesel. (each need their own infrastructure). In the end, I'd go where your heart is. It may mean a tougher task ahead, but you may find more enjoyment out of that in the end. be sure to show us the revised track plan :-)