Kurt
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Post by Kurt on Jul 5, 2015 0:28:01 GMT -5
Kurt, which Cannon fans did you use? I have a Cotton Belt GP30 I've been working on and I'd like to replace the fans on it, but I don't know which ones to use. For the dynamic brake fan I used a Cannon 1851 and the radiators were 1701 for the 48" fans and the 36" is a 1706. Thank you for the nice comments everyone! If there is interest I will try to post an update soon on the painting and decaling. |
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Post by PVRR 2647 on Jul 6, 2015 18:54:11 GMT -5
Kurt~
I am definitely interested in this rescued project. The locomotive looks a million times better than when you started, please keep us updated when you get the chance.
Sincerely,
PVRR2647
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Kurt
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Post by Kurt on Jul 8, 2015 23:51:07 GMT -5
So I'm not sure if I took any photos of the model in primer as I can't seem to find any. I used Scalecoat MOW Grey as my primer and sprayed the shell and fuel tank thoroughly as I didn't want any of the red staining to how through (and I was sick of seeing red). The model languished on my bench for quite a while before I started painting for whatever reason. Anyway here it is fully painted with Scalecoat BN Green and Loco Black. The green looks like lime green in these photos but it really looks good in person. I'm using a point and shoot camera and my photo skills are lacking...   |
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Post by diagnosis on Jul 9, 2015 18:44:35 GMT -5
In it's current state, if you hadn't detailed your progress, no one could have guessed that you started with that red heap! It looks great!
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Post by iomalley on Jul 9, 2015 18:51:56 GMT -5
<<golf clap>> bravo on this one, you got me looking at my potential rabbits a little differently now. I always dismissed the brutal repaints, and you saved this one...
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Post by PVRR 2647 on Jul 10, 2015 20:42:05 GMT -5
Kurt~
WOW that looks FANTASTIC! Really nice rescue on this one.
Sincerely,
PVRR2647
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Post by simulatortrain on Jul 10, 2015 23:49:28 GMT -5
Amazing what was hiding under all that paint!
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Post by m a y o r 79 on Jul 14, 2015 12:15:42 GMT -5
Very nice work. It's amazing to see where it's at now considering the starting point.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 15, 2015 15:22:16 GMT -5
looks great
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Vlad
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Post by Vlad on Jul 19, 2015 14:10:22 GMT -5
What a rescue! keep posting!  |
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Post by PVRR 2647 on Aug 17, 2015 20:15:31 GMT -5
Kurt~
How is this save/rebuild coming along?
PVRR2647
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Post by Deleted on Aug 19, 2015 12:32:39 GMT -5
Good rescue! Whew, that was one ugly paint job.
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Kurt
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Post by Kurt on Aug 27, 2015 0:12:18 GMT -5
Thank you to everyone that has expressed their thoughts on this project! I really do appreciate it very much.
My wife and I are currently on the tail end of a total remodel of our house and needless to say modeling has been on the back burner for the last 3 months. I have managed to decal this rescue while staying with relatives and rest assured I will try to get cell phone pictures uploaded soon for all to critique and enjoy.
And again thanks for your patience, understanding and support. It's been a fun project and I love hearing everyone's reactions to the progress!
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Post by CanadianRails43 on Aug 27, 2015 1:54:20 GMT -5
What magic you've done on this rescue!! Very sad(and unbelievably red) to begin with. However, you've beat all odds and have managed to turn this GP30 in the right direction! Can't wait to see more!
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Kurt
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Post by Kurt on Aug 28, 2015 0:06:26 GMT -5
My apologies for the poor quality photos. At least you all can see the progress!   |
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gevo
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Post by gevo on Aug 28, 2015 0:41:37 GMT -5
Very nice
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Post by CanadianRails43 on Aug 28, 2015 0:52:04 GMT -5
Waaayyy better!! Nice job!
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Post by Eccentric_Crank on Aug 28, 2015 6:53:41 GMT -5
My apologies for the poor quality photos. At least you all can see the progress! Nice! I remember this unit in fresh paint when it was used around here in Vancouver B.C.about 1971. I think I have some Kodachromes I shot of her somewhere in my collection. She was one of my favourites, Dan M. |
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Post by PVRR 2647 on Aug 28, 2015 21:27:11 GMT -5
Kurt~
Very nice rescue on this unit! Nice countertops too.
Regards,
PVRR2647
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Post by jwhite07 on Aug 31, 2015 20:23:38 GMT -5
That is one of the most amazing resurrections of what many would call a lost cause that I have ever seen. Inspirational to all of us who have boxes full of "basket cases"... with even a little effort they may not be too far gone!
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