Detail pics for SD45-2?

[ekko]

Hi, folks -

I'm building a model of a Clinchfield SD45-2 for a friend. Starting from the Athearn kit, I hope to add as many details as I can to make this a nice gift.

I have a few reference pics of such locos on the CRR, but I'm having trouble finding some up-close detail shots in general of an SD45-2. In particular, I'm trying to find pics for
1.) the spaghetti of wiring and piping beneath the deck. (FYI -- I'm new enough to the hobby that I really have no idea what all those little details are, such as air dryers (?), a speed recorder (?), etc).
2.) uncoupler levers, MU hoses, etc., around the front and rear.
3.) roof shots, although I know that's an area that varies a lot from engine to engine.

Any references you can point me to would be appreciated.

Cheers!
Nate

[dtinut]

Check here for shots of Clinchfield units:

www.rrpicturearchives.net/locoList.aspx?id=CRR&mid=168

www.rr-fallenflags.org/clin/crr3619afm.jpg
www.rr-fallenflags.org/clin/clin3623ags.jpg

www.railpictures.net/
enter - select loco - EMD SD45-2
RR: FallenFlag - Clinchfield RR
show all

Model shots: models built using RPP shell
members.tripod.com/appalachian_railroad/modelphotos/crr3624bh.jpg
members.tripod.com/appalachian_railroad/modelphotos/hecrrsd452.jpg
members.tripod.com/appalachian_railroad/modelphotos/crrsd452db.jpg


And here for SD45-2's in general:
www.rrpicturearchives.net/locoList.aspx?mid=168


I have a RPP shell, and a bunch of Cannon parts to make one of these myself.
I haven't found any good roof shots of the CRR SD45-2's so the best I can offer is to look at whatever Athearn did on their SD45-2 they did in the CRR paint, and go from that...

Regards,
Brian Everett

[ekko]

Thanks, Brian!

I found those model shots, too -- definitely inspiring. The prototype pics are especially helpful!
I hope to post my progress as I go. I just purchased a bunch of parts from Cannon and Details West. I think they'll do the trick.

Here's a follow-up question: any idea what kinda of antenna were found on the roof of CRR SD45-2s? perhaps the answer lies in the links you provided.

Cheers,
Nate

[ricnok]

Nate

For roof shots, check out Roofer Madness
www.trainweb.org/zeniphotos/roofer/roofermadness.html

Unfortunately none for the SD45-2

[superfleet93]

Nate,

Here is the link to Brian Banna's site which shows some below the deck detail on an SD45-2.

www.6axlepwr.com/CONRAIL_BEASTS_COVER.html

Perry

[ekko]

Ric, Perry -- many thanks!
The roof pics are a good resource for some other projects I have in mind and great for weathering ideas. Also, the details from Brian's model are terrific. Very inspiring.
Thanks for everyone's help!
Cheers,
Nate