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SPSF Bluebonnet

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SPSF Bluebonnet
Posted by RailEagle on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 6:21 PM

I know that the SPSF isn’t the most original protolance. But I thought that doing a “patched”  SPSF Locomotive would be a unique take. I am about a quarter of the way done I have put SPSF on one side and have to put on the numbers and other SPSF. I am using Microscale Decals 87-496 and a Bachman GP40 with Testors Decal Solution. I used an Alcohol Wipe and protractor to get of the original lettering. I will provide updates in the coming days as I do more. 

Photos: https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0f532ODWH4c2UD

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Posted by Southgate on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 7:45 AM

I'll say that's the first SPSF paint scheme that didn't make me have to go for my cutting torch goggles! Far more attractive than Kodachrome, IMHO. Dan

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Posted by RailEagle on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 11:26 AM

Southgate

I'll say that's the first SPSF paint scheme that didn't make me have to go for my cutting torch goggles! Far more attractive than Kodachrome, IMHO. Dan

 

Thanks. I have now updated one of the front number boards completely, added an AC unit, started on the other numbe boards, and finished the cab number. I also added some photos.

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Posted by PRR8259 on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 10:35 PM

I love the original SPSF Kodachrome.  There's even a new all color book coming out that is devoted to it.  To each his own.

John

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