I'm just catching up with this whole thread. Most impressive work, Stephane. I don't think there's anything more satisfying than scratchbuilding one's own models, especially unique ones like these. And somehow specialty freightcars always look cooler in multiples.
You done yourself proud. And welcome to the group. Dan
Thank you very much Dan. I'm happy to be part of this forum, and there is a lot of interresting stuff to learn here.
I've been thinking about registering for a while, but I was still active on other forums too. I still prefer spending most of my time on my workbench
Stephane
Stephane (Ironstef70)
My Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC051f4F3z0iwDFa8FqRtgXQ/videos
My past projects:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/ironstef70/albums/with/72157651845821179
Glad you like my work Johnboy. Thanks for the kind words.
I will keep posting projects here, and if you like Canadian railroads too, you may be interrested by some of my projects.
I love CN and CP stuff, mixed freight trains, grain and tank cars being my favorites.
I still need to complete scratchbuilt brass CN GP9RMs which I will post here one they're done. Last fall project. I used PROTO2000 frames for the drivetrain, but these gave me hard times; the typical broken axel gear (splits lenghtwise) issue. I having replacement parts ordered... Did I say I hate plastic? The least of it, the better, in my opinion.
Ironstef70 ... Did I say I hate plastic? The least of it, the better, in my opinion. Stephane
... Did I say I hate plastic? The least of it, the better, in my opinion.
That made me laff out loud! Brought back a flood of memories. I don't know how many times I heard my late father say that. Or at least his own version of it; "Cheap-plastic!"
Personally I do get along with plastic, in it's place, and the right kind. I hope the split axle replacements you ordered were from "Blue box" Athearn. Direct replacement, and they don't have splitting issues.
I do my share of machining on Sherline machines, and there is where most of my metal skills are (outside of welding, not model related). I'll be watching your GP build with interest, as I would like to expand my skills in the area of sheet metals more. I'd like to make 44 tonner bodies and other small locomotives out of brass for maximum weight.
You sure know how to make an entrance into a forum, I must say. Dan
Southgate Ironstef70 ... Did I say I hate plastic? The least of it, the better, in my opinion. Stephane That made me laff out loud! Brought back a flood of memories. I don't know how many times I heard my late father say that. Or at least his own version of it; "Cheap-plastic!" Personally I do get along with plastic, in it's place, and the right kind. I hope the split axle replacements you ordered were from "Blue box" Athearn. Direct replacement, and they don't have splitting issues. I do my share of machining on Sherline machines, and there is where most of my metal skills are (outside of welding, not model related). I'll be watching your GP build with interest, as I would like to expand my skills in the area of sheet metals more. I'd like to make 44 tonner bodies and other small locomotives out of brass for maximum weight. You sure know how to make an entrance into a forum, I must say. Dan
Ironstef70
... Did I say I hate plastic? The least of it, the better, in my opinion. Stephane
Thanks again Dan. Yes, I may sound old school, but I do prefer metal to plastic or composites by far. Same applies to my bicycles. I've broken carbon frames and forks, but titanium and cromoly are everlasting materials.
I am the lucky owner of several Ajin (or Overland/OMI that seems more familiar to most, but that just stands for the import company) locomotives, and I prefer their mechanism by far to any other types of locos. Just bare bone simple design, and durable materials (sealed iron casings and brass gears). No broken plastic gear here, and all parts (motors and drivetrain) are compatible.
If I have to spend time on customizing models, I want them to last, event if it takes me three times longer building them. But that's my perspective of the hobby, and we all have different ones, which is great this way. It's what makes that hobby so diversified and interresting. But no matter what people do, or whatever material they like to work with, I have much respect for what I see, and I am always interrested by unusual stuff or whatever I can learn from. For example, I am not the best scenic guy out there, but I still like to see all techniques used for doing it, and best practices.
For that matter, I'm glad to be part of your forum now.
Wow! Nice work.
I wish I was that handy with stuff.
Thanks, but patience and time are key. Then over time, experience does the rest.
And experience; I still have a lot to gain... Fortunately, I am still below 50.
This is very cool. It's worth repeating. I'm excited to see more. You have quite the works of art there.
Thanks for sharing.
T e d
Thanks TED.
I guess we can talk about some form of art here.
But very seldom do I mention to anyone that I am doing artwork. Most of what we do in that hobby surely requires to be creative to some extend.
That would make for an interresting discussion topic...
S.
I shall be back soon with more "copper pipes with attitude"...
Here is a bit of the progress for now:
IMG_3322 by Ironstef70, sur Flickr
GATX tank cars by Ironstef70, sur Flickr
Both are GATX 33600 gals non odorized petroleum (1075) tankers, in sligtly different versions. One will possibly be GATX 601 (flat sides), and the other in white: GATX 58634, both weathered according to pictures found on RRPicturesArchive.
More pictures soon...
I am back on my workbench after a couple months pause, also still shocked by learning that Bobby Pitts passed away a year ago. May you be in peace Bobby.
This current project is a practice before getting started on the iconic DUPX 12405 whale tanker he so beautifully modelized, and for which he provided to me the blueprints.
Stef
All very impressive.
Thank you for sharing the update.
-Kevin
Living the dream.
Outstanding modeling! I look forward to seeing more!
Hey, welcome back, Stephanie! I always enjoyed the pictures and projects you shared here. Great work on the "pipes". I'm taking notes.
Please share in the Weekend Photo Fun with us too, any pictures welcome. Dan
Ok, I guess I will figure out the Weekend photo fun section later.
Here we go in the meantime. Thanks for thr nice words, glad to return here.
Ready for the paint shop.
Unfortunately, I will keep going with more projects this winter until the weather gets warmer and I can ventilate my home better. I do oil based paint, and my wife really dislike the odours.
IMG_3360 by Ironstef70, sur Flickr
IMG_3359 by Ironstef70, sur Flickr
IMG_3355 by Ironstef70, sur Flickr
I will start a new project soon with unusual flatcars for aluminum billets. More pictures to come...
Stephanie, on the Weekenf Photo Fun, (WPF), Just wait for it to appear, and add a reply and your pictures as in any other thread. Dan