Engine Re-specs

[Altoona+BeachCreek]

While playing Aurelia, I finally reached 935 and unlocked the GG1, a moment long awaited when a reliable electric would finally be available. I planned on using it on both dedicated freight and passenger trains, and so was quite taken aback when I saw the passenger appeal rating. "Acceptable?!" Seriously? Of course, the effect that rating has on drawing passengers may be negligible, but still. Overall, there are a few specs which should be looked over a little. Is there an easy way to do this? And what specs do you think should be modified?

[RayofSunshine]

I don't think so Altoona. I believe that the "specs" are built into the initial programming.

Reliable? Acceptable? From playing Tycoon over the years, there is a certain percentage of advantage, but very slight for the difference of status. I usually try to stay away from the "ugly", as there is some difference in haul of passengers. And it is hard to determine on the "acceptable" status, as most will depend on the "demand" to the station enroute.

Not much help, but might give you an idea of the way the "status" operates.

[Stoker]

You can definitely change the engine specs. It is the same as changing buildings, which I am quite familiar with, but I have not ever monkeyed with engines. The main thing you will need is a Hex editor. I use Mirkes Tiny Hexer but there are other free ones around. Somebody versed in which values you need to change will chime in here soon, stay tuned.

Edit to add:Here is a link to download Tiny Hexer.

[Gumboots]

viewtopic.php?f=67&t=3394&hilit=chug&start=15#p34175

[Stoker]

There ya go. Gumboots knows about the loco changes. I think Altoona was just looking to change the values and not mess with the models though.There is a sticky in this area on modifying locomotives a couple threads above this. The thing you need in addition to a Hex editor is an un-Pak er. There is one linked in that thread above.

[Altoona+BeachCreek]

Thanks guys!

[Gumboots]

Yeah that particular post just has an updated guide to the basic values in the .lco file, which is what I figured was needed.

[MrPhil]

Wouldn't it be cool, if you could launch an advertising campaign to improve the public's view of an engine's appeal!