 | The superstructure came from an old HO Train
Co/General Hobbies zamac 4-6-0 (available for $25-50 on eBay, Steve).
I had to do some filling of the invariable zamac rotting cracks (super glue
followed by epoxy - works OK so far). Back of superstructure was adapted to
the frame. Headlight built up into a simulated arc light. Air tanks removed.
Extra details added and so on. |
| The mechanism is from a Mantua 4-8-0.
Cylinders are from a Bowser Pennsy H-10 modified to the slanting Brooks
piston valve ones. There is a flat can motor with a homemade mount using the
Mantua nylon gears. I should have used flanged wheels on the second driver
set but for my 18" curves. That minimizes the 1st to 2nd axle gap and
improves the appearance a lot. |
| Tender is from the Mantua 4-8-0 loco. I
originally used a Leetown white metal CNJ kit but that was a bit too new
looking and a bit too heavy. Maybe in the future I'll consider a BCW resin
body CNJ tender? |
| Decals from Jim Wilhite
jwilhite@netdirect.net to match
circa 1910 prototype photos. |
