Large Scale Central

U25B to U33B Kitbash

Modeling Motive Power
#1

I abandoned this 2 years ago. But someone recently asked for the rear section files and I sent them to him. When I saw what he did with them, it prompted me to get back to my U25B to U33B (RBMN 3304). Now I’m certain it’s a bad idea! :laughing:!
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U33B_Progress_1
U33B_Progress_11800×1350 383 KB

U33B_Progress_2
U33B_Progress_21800×1350 453 KB

U33B_Progress_3
U33B_Progress_31350×1800 397 KB

U33B_Progress_4
U33B_Progress_41800×1350 235 KB

I decided the speed sensors were an important detail to include. Maybe a bit overboard with the GE logo?
Speed_Sensors
Speed_Sensors1800×1350 183 KB

Speed_Sensor_Closeup
Speed_Sensor_Closeup1350×1800 157 KB

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#2

What did you use for the radiator screen?

#3

Fine wire (.23mm) mesh (~1mm hole spacing) Stainless. Commonly known as 18 Mesh (18 wires per inch).

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#4

I really like seeing top quality models and done with perfection, being a modeler first and a train runner second I know how much work you have put into your model, great work.

#5

Nice looking loco,Dan, and the GE logo is a perfect finish detail. Is it a whole shell or a side on kit like your SD70 ACe ?

#6

Beautiful. Love the GE logo. That is over the top cool and printed well.

#7

Thanks Pete! The 3d printed parts replace sections of the model that must be removed or cut away. This shot may give you a better idea. Parts indicated with red arrows are original shell. I fixed the link. Printables

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#8

Thanks Devon! I use it as an example of why you really don’t need better than 2k for G scale prints. No Bachmann, USAT, AML or Aristo have any part finer than that.