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3d printed USA Trains ice hatches

I just bought a USAT reefer and it is missing 2 ice hatch doors. I could probably fashion something that would look okay from 10’ away but if I could 3D print them maybe they would look okay at 5’ ?
The thing is I can’t seem to find them anywhere. I did find one for a smaller scale but didn’t want to pay up to experiment on scaling it up.

Has anyone seen a file out there for a USAT reefer ice hatch door?

Todd, it’s been several years since I called USAT to ask about window frames and glazing for their crane tender car. But they patched to the gentleman in charge of parts, and I listened as he walked around the various parts bins and retrieved what I needed. They charged me very little, plus shipping.

From that experience, in case you’ve not already, I’d suggest calling them first.

What the heck is his name? The couple times i spoke with him i always thought i was dealing with the mob arranging a hit on Rooster.

It came to me…. “Butch”.

If all else fails, you can buy parts direct on line from Charles Ro. I have done it several times.

https://charlesro-com.3dcartstores.com/store_r16-003l.html