Cool stuff, I did one of those caboose kitbashes also.
Have fun with your trains
An article in Garden Railways started me on this build from a 4 wheel H L W kit
First gather the kit and other materials
Following article at this stage. Sides are from a locally (NZ) produced injected moulded styrene siding
Nearly there
In service
Anther makeover was this boom car for the MOW crane
This time a Hartland bogie flat car is modified. 3½ inches removed from centre to make a well wagon.
Well framing, 4mm styrene, in place
Decking now in place. Just tie downs and painting to be completed
Will post further photos in service
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