313 bascule bridge restoration?

[Dobson]

How tough is it to take this apart? I was thinking of buying one that has surface rust on it to repaint and restore. Just looking to get some insight into this for those that have done this before.

[Green Streak RR]

Here's a couple links to the Lionel Service Documents for the Bascule Bridge.

You'll have to type in the links.

http://www.lionel.com/media/servicedocuments/71-2948-251.pdf

http://www.lionel.com/media/servicedocuments/71-2948-250.pdf

As to the restoration, hopefully someone will chime in with their experiences.