Scott - Dispatcher, Norfolk Southern
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QUOTE: Originally posted by CPPedler Hi Bob, I remember you telling me not too long ago that you had one of the Kaslo Kits for the C.P. SD40-2F Loco's , did you ever get round to building it ??? If you did what chassis did you use, because I have got one and the instructions recommend a Kato or an Athearn but as far as I can see, either requires quite a bit of modification. Just wondered what you thought????? Any observations??? CPPedler
QUOTE: Originally posted by CARRfan [This photo is unreal. Did you photoshop your loco onto a pic of real track or something? This is incredible. The only thing that's got me 95% convinced it's a model is the diameter of the handrails, and the look of the coupler. Wow.
QUOTE: Originally posted by FundyNorthern I've been doing it for a long time too: Bob Boudreau
QUOTE: Originally posted by uspscsx Bob, I keep a constant watch on any U18B that shows up on eBay. Somehow, that one must've slipped by. The last one I saw went for around $50. Have you seen the unit? If so, is it at all close to the prototype? One thing I notice about the old Lionel HO U18B's is their overly-clunky handrails. One hesitation I would have with buying one is handrail replacement. Other than modifying Athearn handrails, I'd probably have to custom build handrails. Also, their roadnames were a bit odd. I think I've seen a SOO and a DRGW. You have to wonder why they didn't go ahead and use the prototypical roadnames. Matt
QUOTE: Originally posted by uspscsx [Josh, do you have any photos? I have kitbashed a U18B before, and have always wanted to try using an Atlas model. Matt
QUOTE: Originally posted by nhguy21 I also built a U18B out of a Atlas U23B and c30-7 shell. Came out decent. Josh modeling the Maine Central in 1976
QUOTE: Originally posted by Jerry Leeds BACK IN THE OLD DAYS.......yeah I know!!!! Everything was either built from scratch or a kit. The last engine I assembled was a Mantua Reading Goat. A few years after it was finished I installed a NWSL motor, gearbox &flywheel ( a tight fit) A few years later I added a decoder. It adds a new dimention to model railroading. I still have a Mantua logger kit on the shelf along with a Cary detail kit. I'll get to it someday
QUOTE: Originally posted by dingoix so icmr, you're going to take parts from engines you have now and build your new one?