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I've been a custom painter since 1972 and I've seen a lot of other work done by pros and rookies. I would have to say this isn't one of the best weathering jobs I've seen! I've also learned quite a few things painting for others and one of the big points is that everyone sees things differently. What appeals to you might not appeal to another. That applies to EVERYTHING in model railroading and not just painting or weathering stuff. My view on weathering is this: EVERYTHING should be weathered to some degree even if it's only a light dusting around the trucks, air intakes and exhaust areas. It only takes a few miles to start accumulating dust and dirt in those places. Weathering should be applied as per the prototype. Another words.............look at photos and see what gets dirty on the real equipment and duplicate that on your models. Just slopping thinned paints or chalk all over a piece of equipment doesn't necessarily improve its looks. My 2¢, Roger
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