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F-40 in 1:29th

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#221
Steve Featherkile said:
Is it done yet?
NO! ;)
#222
David Russell said:
Steve Featherkile said:
Is it done yet?
NO! ;)
oh
#223
Ron Hill said:
David, what are the power plugs on the from of the locomotive? Are they real power plugs or cosmetic? Ron
Those are the Head End Power (HEP) cables. Not sure what they were made out of but they look great! Almost looks like they could be functional.
#224
Matt said:
Those are the Head End Power (HEP) cables. Not sure what they were made out of but they look great! Almost looks like they could be functional.
Matt

Thanks for answering Rons question as too what they are… currently cosmetic but could easily be used if needed, this has become a build that I thought would be easy but you guys are hard on me!
:stuck_out_tongue:
Thanks… for all input from you guys so far, even though most are not into diesels, I appreciate it!
:wink:

#225

Looking good. Better then anything on the market. By the way you S U C K

#226

I have not added the U S U C K modules yet Shawn but plan on adding them with this build!
Quite surprised that a steam enthusiast like yourself would even know what a U S U C K module is?
:slight_smile:
Ha… Shawn gave me page 16

#227

David,

I’m a diesel guy and really like your build!

Great work.

Brian

#228
Brian Briggs said:
David,

I’m a diesel guy and really like your build!

Great work.

Brian


I’ve seen your builds and have enjoyed everyone!
:wink:

#229
David Russell said:
I have not added the U S U C K modules yet Shawn but plan on adding them with this build! Quite surprised that a steam enthusiast like yourself would even know what a U S U C K module is? :)
It is my understanding that U S U C K modules are only used north of the Mason-Dixon line ;) Ralph
#230
Ralph Berg said:
David Russell said:
I have not added the U S U C K modules yet Shawn but plan on adding them with this build! Quite surprised that a steam enthusiast like yourself would even know what a U S U C K module is? :)
It is my understanding that U S U C K modules are only used north of the Mason-Dixon line ;) Ralph
Ralph I think you are correct but the U S U C K E V E N M O R E Modules are used south of the Mason-Dixon.
#231

:lol:

#232
Shawn said:
Ralph Berg said:
David Russell said:
I have not added the U S U C K modules yet Shawn but plan on adding them with this build! Quite surprised that a steam enthusiast like yourself would even know what a U S U C K module is? :)
It is my understanding that U S U C K modules are only used north of the Mason-Dixon line ;) Ralph
Ralph I think you are correct but the U S U C K E V E N M O R E Modules are used south of the Mason-Dixon.
Further research indicates you are incorrect, Sir. U S U C K E V E N M O R E modules are only used on Volvos which have been fouled by Rooster defication :O Ralph
#233

OK time for another photo dump as I’m almost finished with this model. Critique as you wish but I’m quite pleased with the results. Rear pilot and truck sideframes almost finished

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f72/Shortybear/The%20Railroad/Scratchbuilding/Sept2010010.jpg)

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f72/Shortybear/The%20Railroad/Scratchbuilding/Sept2010005.jpg)

In typical Rooster fashion removable parts (front pilot).

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f72/Shortybear/The%20Railroad/Scratchbuilding/Sept2010007.jpg)

Vinyl striping is on 1/2 the model

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f72/Shortybear/The%20Railroad/Scratchbuilding/Sept2010026.jpg)

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f72/Shortybear/The%20Railroad/Scratchbuilding/Sept2010027.jpg)

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f72/Shortybear/The%20Railroad/Scratchbuilding/Sept2010028.jpg)

Inside shot

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f72/Shortybear/The%20Railroad/Scratchbuilding/Sept2010020.jpg)

Almost done and need a few more details/weathering to call it finished. I’m “Very pleased” with the out come and I’m sure I will enjoy running it with my currently increasing Amtrak fleet in 1:29 scale. Rooster :wink:

#234

David Russell said:

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f72/Shortybear/The%20Railroad/Scratchbuilding/Sept2010028.jpg)

(http://www.lscdata.com/users/cabby/_forumfiles/Salisbury_Spencer180Med.jpg)

looks pretty good to me :wink: Ralph

#235

fantastic job Rooster. Looks like not much left at all :slight_smile: :slight_smile:

#236

Needs a little weathering, don’tcha think?

Other than that, it looks great!

Just leave it out over the winter and it will be perfect. :stuck_out_tongue:

#237

That is something of which you can be very proud. Well done.

#238
Steve Featherkile said:
Needs a little weathering, don'tcha think?
Yep.......stated that already the vinyl is quite shiny! ;)
David Russell said:
Almost done and need a few more details/weathering .

Rooster
:wink:

#239
TonyWalsham said:
That is something of which you can be very proud. Well done.
Thank you Tony! I am!!
#240

Unbelievable detail. You’ve been studying at the alter of the Bruce. No wonder he signed your ass :smiley:

I just love the HEP plug and mu line detail.