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Post by frmalves on Mar 13, 2011 3:30:04 GMT -5
Hi friends! This is a RFFSA U5B. The prototype was built during the last 60s and many of them are still working in brazilian yards or hauling small freight trains. The base model is a Frateschi U5B that was completely modified to receive dozens of detail items. I hope you enjoy it. Best regards, Flávio The prototype   The finished model   The construction  Cutting, drilling and filing  Kitbashing   Steel detail parts  Base color  Removing mask and applying decals  The control panel |
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Post by nssd70m on Mar 13, 2011 5:29:00 GMT -5
Are those ex-Conrail C30-7A's or C36-7's in the background in the second picture? Earl...
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Post by wpdivwldr on Mar 13, 2011 13:20:26 GMT -5
Thanks for posting such a nicely built loco alot of work but it really paid off. Keep the foreign coming.
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Post by m a y o r 79 on Mar 13, 2011 14:49:58 GMT -5
Very impressive, looks like a unique loco to model....
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Post by ranchwagon on Mar 13, 2011 15:23:02 GMT -5
Great job! Very interesting subject, good to see something really different.
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Post by icghogger on Mar 14, 2011 11:09:12 GMT -5
Excellent Work, Flavio, and your weathering is Superb!!
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Post by cartelcaipira on Jul 12, 2011 13:29:24 GMT -5
LINDA LOCOMOTIVA , BELISSIMO TRABALHO
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Post by Bruno on Jul 13, 2011 2:43:09 GMT -5
Great work, Flávio. Did you use LFRC details on this model?
I like the modification to have the cab door open. How did you do the cab interior?
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Post by stevef45 on Jul 16, 2011 8:51:33 GMT -5
who makes those louvers on the side of the hood?
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Post by frmalves on Jul 18, 2011 14:58:49 GMT -5
Great work, Flávio. Did you use LFRC details on this model? I like the modification to have the cab door open. How did you do the cab interior? Bruno, Yes, I used the U5B detail kit produced by LFRC. For the cab interior I used parts of Atlas SD35 control panels, Precision Scale Company brake control, .4mm styrene sheet and coper wire. Regards, Flávio |
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Post by frmalves on Jul 18, 2011 15:00:41 GMT -5
who makes those louvers on the side of the hood? Steve, These louvers are part of a detail kit made specifically for this model by LFRC, a brazilian detail parts manufacturer (http://www.microtransport.com.br/lfrc.html). Best regard, Flávio |
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Post by carlmarsico on Jul 18, 2011 21:54:14 GMT -5
Are those ex-Conrail C30-7A's or C36-7's in the background in the second picture? Earl... I presume the CR units were exported rather than the U5B, correct? Nice work! CJM |
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Post by carlmarsico on Jul 18, 2011 21:55:34 GMT -5
I also knew this unit reminded me of something....
<http://www.rrpicturearchives.net/locoPicture.aspx?id=108413>
Looks like the main difference would be the engine room doors and the radiator section. Tempting.....
CJM
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Post by Bruno on Jul 19, 2011 6:27:45 GMT -5
Yes, I used the U5B detail kit produced by LFRC. For the cab interior I used parts of Atlas SD35 control panels, Precision Scale Company brake control, .4mm styrene sheet and coper wire. Thanks Flávio. Isn't the rear truck gear tower interfering with the cab details? Again, congratulations for your work! |
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Post by stevef45 on Jul 27, 2011 12:13:55 GMT -5
who makes those louvers on the side of the hood? Steve, These louvers are part of a detail kit made specifically for this model by LFRC, a brazilian detail parts manufacturer (http://www.microtransport.com.br/lfrc.html). Best regard, Flávio Thanks, I wonder if they'll ship to the US. Those louvers would work great for my HEP boxcar I want to make for my OCS Executive train. |
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Post by frmalves on Aug 3, 2011 9:16:12 GMT -5
Yes, I used the U5B detail kit produced by LFRC. For the cab interior I used parts of Atlas SD35 control panels, Precision Scale Company brake control, .4mm styrene sheet and coper wire. Thanks Flávio. Isn't the rear truck gear tower interfering with the cab details? Again, congratulations for your work! Bruno, I converted the rear truck into a dummy one, otherwise it would have been impossible to detail the cab interior. Regards, Flávio |
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Post by frmalves on Aug 3, 2011 9:20:00 GMT -5
Steve, These louvers are part of a detail kit made specifically for this model by LFRC, a brazilian detail parts manufacturer (http://www.microtransport.com.br/lfrc.html). Best regard, Flávio Thanks, I wonder if they'll ship to the US. Those louvers would work great for my HEP boxcar I want to make for my OCS Executive train. Steve, Contact Raul using the english version of their website (http://www.microtransport.com.br/lfrceng.html). I am sure he will be glad to help you. Best regards, Flávio |
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