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Hi,Why does Cabview/common.cab/funitcab have an out the window view in one loco, but not another? For example, file Gn450a has this view, but when I copy the cab files to Sal3006, even though everything appears to be identical, I do not have this view. I enjoy this view, and would like it in all my locos. Am I missing something that is not in the cab files?Thanks for your help,
Peter
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Hi Peter:
The HeadOut view is determined by the .eng file not the cvf. file. Open The .eng file of your locomotive. Below the CabView line should be HeadOut ( ##.# ##.# ##.# ). If the line is not there, just type it in using WordPad ( NotePad for XP ). If you type it in start with the numbers ( 1.8 3.7 5.1 ). Start the sim and check your view. If it is not to your satisfaction go back to the line.
The first number <1.8> will move the view left or right. A lower number will move it to the left, higher to the right.
The second number 3.7 will move the view up or down. A lower number will move it up and a higher will move it down.
The third number <5.1> will move the view forward or backward. Lower numbers will move it back and hogher forward.Hope this helps you out.Cyndi
Am I the only 1 who loves BNSF Great Pumpkin 38s?
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Hi Cyndi,Thanks so much! Your info and numbers was exactly what I needed. On the E6, I finally decided on 6.5 for the third number, and it's perfect, right outside the cab window.I've been into TS for about eighteen months, and it amazes me at what I don't know. I've managed to build a route, the combined ACL/SAL, for Richmond VA south. It's actually two routes in one. The ACL is a fast double track sea-level route, while the SAL is a fast single track route through the foothills, a little farther west. It's been great fun, a little frustrating at times, and a continuing learning experience.Thanks again for your help,
Peter P.S. I attached a photo of the Champion at Weldon NC.
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