CSX GP38 #2121

[analogbeatmaker]

Hello my Diesel Detailer friends! I have recently started on a new project and wanted to share.
Here is the model I started with (albeit a different road number):


Here are the proto pics:




The first thing I needed to do is file off the class lights. They will be "plated" over. Also, I had to add the "rings" on the end of the high hood that used to be class lights.? I made the "rings" with magnet wire.






The battery box doors (I hope that's right) on both sides had to be removed and the correct type installed. I also had to cut the doors in half to shorten them. Since there is something that can be seen through the opening on one side I made an attempt to give that look. I still need to further refine these.








Added a vent and the correct style sunshades.




Bell!


Added whatever this box is and drilled out under the "handle" to make it see-through:


Filling in, filing and adding pilot details.




The trucks need to be modified...so...here I go...






Here's a little fuel / air tank action!

[icghogger]

Lookin' Good, Nick, and the magnet wire "ring" idea is excellent!!

[enginseer]

That is very nice work.

[analogbeatmaker]

Sept 15, 2014 9:55:59 GMT -5 icghogger said:

Lookin' Good, Nick, and the magnet wire "ring" idea is excellent!!

Thank you Robert! I've found magnet wire can be a useful detailing material. It's also what I built the light cage with on the Sou MP15 I did and have used it for various "wires" on my locos...even for "bleed rods" (I hope that is correct) under rolling stock.

Sept 15, 2014 10:50:35 GMT -5 enginseer said:

That is very nice work.

Thank you Miles!

[analogbeatmaker]

I've gotten a little further on this one and thought I'd share the progress.

Here are the end sheets(?) I put on. I also drilled holes for motor screw access. The fuel tank is now permanently attached.


Fuel tank details.


Here I attempt to 100% scratch cut levers for the first time. I had the courage to try this after seeing Brian Bannas' video of how he does it. Thank you Brian!






Here are the pilots with everything installed.

[icghogger]

VERY nice, Nick, and those cut levers are Awesome!!

[tamaman]

Nice Work!

[analogbeatmaker]

Oct 17, 2014 19:24:49 GMT -5 icghogger said:

VERY nice, Nick, and those cut levers are Awesome!!

Thank you Robert!

Oct 18, 2014 10:18:37 GMT -5 tamaman said:

Nice Work!

Thanks Kevin!

[NS91]

Looks great so far!

[analogbeatmaker]

Oct 19, 2014 10:49:19 GMT -5 NS91 said:

Looks great so far!

Thank you William! Starting to re-paint the detailed areas and then on to weathering.

[NS91]

Oct 19, 2014 11:23:28 GMT -5 analogbeatmaker said:

Oct 19, 2014 10:49:19 GMT -5 NS91 said:

Looks great so far!

Thank you William! Starting to re-paint the detailed areas and then on to weathering.

Looks great so far!

Are you going to repaint it back to the YN2 or YN3 scheme?

[analogbeatmaker]

Oct 19, 2014 15:30:13 GMT -5 NS91 said:

Oct 19, 2014 11:23:28 GMT -5 analogbeatmaker said:

Thank you William! Starting to re-paint the detailed areas and then on to weathering.

Looks great so far!

Are you going to repaint it back to the YN2 or YN3 scheme?

Thanks! You know...I don't know which scheme the engine is in but that's the one I'm keeping. I didn't want to repaint the entire engine and my proto pic is the same scheme as my model.

[sd45longhoodfoward]

fantastic craftsmanship there MR Nick

[m a y o r 79]

Looks great.

[analogbeatmaker]

Oct 24, 2014 5:26:40 GMT -5 sd45longhoodfoward said:

fantastic craftsmanship there MR Nick

Thank you Terry!

Oct 31, 2014 12:25:52 GMT -5 m a y o r 79 said:

Looks great.

Thank you Mike!

I apologize for the super late replies. I probably saw that you guys had commented from my phone and meant to respond later that day on my computer...then my brain farted. I've been super busy (hardly any modeling time ) and just overlooked until now. I do appreciate you guys checking out my threads and I hope to have an update in the not so distant future.

[pacbelt]

Oct 24, 2014 5:26:40 GMT -5 sd45longhoodfoward said:

fantastic craftsmanship there MR Nick

THERE you are, Terry!
Howdy Bro!! :cool:

[pacbelt]

Beautiful work, Nick!!
..... for your own benefit, that "box" behind the cab, is the ECAFB. Basically an air cleaner box for the electronics, and an easy way to spot a "-2" from its earlier counterparts!

LOVE the work on those pilots, and your "Hanna-ized" lift bars are excellent!

[enginseer]

Hey, what is the status on this locomotive?

Has real-life stolen your hobby time?

If so, I know the feeling.

Two moves in one year and the dismantling of brand new benchwork on one occasion has left me jonesing for my "fix".

[analogbeatmaker]

Jan 14, 2015 3:22:33 GMT -5 pacbelt said:

Beautiful work, Nick!!
..... for your own benefit, that "box" behind the cab, is the ECAFB. Basically an air cleaner box for the electronics, and an easy way to spot a "-2" from its earlier counterparts!

LOVE the work on those pilots, and your "Hanna-ized" lift bars are excellent!

Thank you double for the info and compliments Carmine!

Jan 14, 2015 22:44:04 GMT -5 enginseer said:

Hey, what is the status on this locomotive?
Has real-life stolen your hobby time?
If so, I know the feeling.
Two moves in one year and the dismantling of brand new benchwork on one occasion has left me jonesing for my "fix"

I'm afraid you are correct Miles. I have been super busy as of late and the Geep is collecting dust currently. All of the detail work is complete and I'm ready to paint the areas that need it and start weathering. Hopefully I'll be on it again soon. I hope you can get back to modeling soon too my man!

[WatchYourStep]

Sweet start! I must ask, are those open wheel bearing "covers" that go around the axle custom or a part? I model the CSX also, so these would be very helpful if they are indeed commercial.