SD45 Build

[EMDX6043]

I should've posted these as I went along, but anyway I began with stripping P2K's CSXT 8919...




Retrofitted ratchet-type handbrake using C&C parts




Kitbashing a pair of 1-up 1-down sideframes. I didn't want to waste the time finding any (if they even exist) from P2k, so I used some spare brake cylinders. Not 100% but close enough for the 15' rule.




NCE D13SR installed. Less than an hour to get this one programmed and running, thankfully.





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For a simple paint job it was tedious to get all those shades right...or at least 'close enough'.


The mismatched numberboards and the replacement door really made me want to do this one. Character!

[antlorch]

That is coming out nice. I remember that engine,coupled to the bubblebee 45 and a straight 40. Great job.

[spike]

I love it! The SD45 was always a good catch. They had more top end than a 40, so better time over the road. My check ride with the roadforman was on one when I finished engineer school.

[zakc]

Another great job

[CP_8530]

Nice attention to all those shades of grey! Nothing like a good patch-job project.

[brgp302300]

Thats really nice.

Did you have any trouble getting the paint to stick to the truck side frames?

[EMDX6043]

Not that I'm aware of. I washed, dried and sprayed the sideframes just like anything else. They still look good, and thanks!