A Kato CPR SD-40 Fix-UP

[ChadLRyan]

Hey, hope ya all enjoy this or Laugh Out Loud.... Here are the comments I put on my Flickr page...

Here is my Kato CP SD40 ABS, (Already Been Smudged), unit I got from an auction site. I added a couple Detail Parts, to make it CP-Authentic (added parts unpainted). Also, readjusted the former Weathering (Smudge), to make it more to my liking, by using a small stiff Bristled Fan Brush with a semi-dry wash of 91% Isopropyl Rubbing Alchohol. Now I can begin painting & weathering on my terms. Enjoy!!!

As Delivered, minus disassembly parts, showing original Smudge...
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Added a couple details, Front
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Added a couple details, Rear
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[Deleted]

Nice detailing. Be good to see this completed. Why is only one side patched?

Sent from my GT-I9100 using proboards

[ChadLRyan]

I'm not sure on the one side patch on the longhood.
It came that way from the original owner, on the cab I got carried away blending & it took much of one number delete off. It looks like it was done with a Sharpie.
When I start painting it, it will all get fixed.
Thanks!

[tamaman]

Good catch, looking good so far.

[ChadLRyan]

Say, a BIG Thank You!!!
I'm only trying to improve on her..
Tonite (7/3) I colored all the detail adds..
Tomorrow I am considering an airbrushed Fade Coat.. Then more weathering after that dries out...
I'm really hoping for an uninteruptable weekend, so I can really focus on quality..
If I can find a 'Modelelling Groove' -things come together & happen nicely..
Looking for that this weekend, & hope to post some more shots soon.

Thanks everyone, for looking & those who are talkin' !
I do appreciate it!
Thank You Guys!!!!!

[ChadLRyan]

-Update,
This represents a late 90's, early 2k's Dakota Minnesota & Eastern Patched unit. New Lettering, Numbers, & some safety white made this one ready for the Grain Trains.

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