SW1/SW 1500 with Honda engine

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wa6mdi
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SW1/SW 1500 with Honda engine

Post by wa6mdi »

Hey Gang,

I just sold my D&RGW # 50 knock off and I'm looking to replace it. Probably something gas or electric in the form of an SW1 or SW 1500 series or maybe even a small 2 axle switcher/box cab. Obviously majority of those are electric and the gas series in the SW 1500 have the Briggs and Stratton V twin engine. Good rig, but I prefer the Honda.

I have been looking around the sites and does anyone make the SW 1500 or something similar using the 5.5 hp Honda engine anymore? Anyone know of one for sale used?

Thanks
Dick
rkcarguy
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Re: SW1/SW 1500 with Honda engine

Post by rkcarguy »

I know we've "talked" before, are you looking for something turn key, or more like a rolling model you could add drivetrain to yourself?

The 5.5/6.6 engine barely fits in the cab of one of these.
Here is a used one for sale:

https://www.discoverlivesteam.com/disco ... /index.htm
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