EMDX6043
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Post by EMDX6043 on Nov 1, 2012 10:39:25 GMT -5
Every now and then I'll do some work to my representation of IMRL 232, ex-UP ?, nee-MP 760. I started with an undec Athearn/RPP SD40 bought from a member on the DD, and I've gotten all the grabs and other misc details added. The frame required some milling to accept the relocated main reservoir tanks, which were moved forward because of MP's dual fuel fillers. The class light blanks are Cannon and Co. parts, which really worked out well. Hopefully I'll shoot some gray by this afternoon. I FINALLY bought some NCE decoders too, so she should have functioning head/ditch lights. I tested the decoder yesterday, and I can't believe I haven't used them in anything yet! The "rule 17" lighting is really cool...
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Post by John on Nov 1, 2012 11:11:09 GMT -5
Looking very nice so far, love the attention to detail on her.
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Post by antlorch on Nov 1, 2012 12:03:33 GMT -5
I love this, brings back memories when i worked for the IMRL back in 97. Now you need the 393 to with it.
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Post by annarborfan on Nov 1, 2012 15:53:14 GMT -5
IMRL 232 ex HLCX 4060 exx UP 4060 exxx MP 3060 nee MP 760. Looking real good.
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Post by icghogger on Nov 1, 2012 18:45:08 GMT -5
Sweeeet!!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 7, 2012 16:01:20 GMT -5
Every now and then I'll do some work to my representation of IMRL 232, ex-UP ?, nee-MP 760. I started with an undec Athearn/RPP SD40 bought from a member on the DD, and I've gotten all the grabs and other misc details added. The frame required some milling to accept the relocated main reservoir tanks, which were moved forward because of MP's dual fuel fillers. The class light blanks are Cannon and Co. parts, which really worked out well. Hopefully I'll shoot some gray by this afternoon. I FINALLY bought some NCE decoders too, so she should have functioning head/ditch lights. I tested the decoder yesterday, and I can't believe I haven't used them in anything yet! The "rule 17" lighting is really cool... Don't know why but I've always thought the air reservoirs looked better in the further forward position, almost a more natural looking location. Makes them look more balanced I suppose. Sent from my GT-I9100 using proboards
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EMDX6043
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Post by EMDX6043 on Nov 8, 2012 10:11:01 GMT -5
Here's an update...and I agree about the main res tanks. Too bad the Archer treadplate decals don't show up well in photographs-it looks great up close!
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