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Grain Elevator Build

E EBNOGR Forum Member

Hello everyone,

 

Having grown up in the Midwest, I have an affinity for grain elevators. I recently purchased a Nanton Grain Elevator from Altoona Model Works. It is a great model. This is my first kit built layout structure, and first wood model in general. I had a great time putting it together. Very nicely constructed materials. I am nearly completed with the model (not quite yet). 

 

I am continuing to work out the "weathering." I've been experimenting with 90% isopropyl alcohol and water mixed with weathering powders.  

 

 

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E EBNOGR Forum Member
Thank you - Yes, it was an experiment but was much easier than imagined. I read from others to use alcohol with ink or weathering paints. I used a brush with gravity dictating were the color would move. There may be better methods?; however, I was a bit afraid of covering the clap board with too thick of paint. 
 
I have continued the process - it is a bit darker currently than shown in pictures
 
Originally Posted by colorado hirailer:

Looks like some real ones I have photographed!  I haven't weathered mine like that..mine generally look fairly new...looks like I need to look into that.  That is great work.

 

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E EBNOGR Forum Member
Very cool and thank you. I am very impressed with the model and will definitely consider others from Altoona Model Works. The laser etched (CNC'd) pieces were a breeze to work with. The smokestack has sparked my interest for sure. 
 
Originally Posted by play trains:
Ebn,beautiful job! I have two of their kits and the chimney and I think the kits are beautifully done! At York last year,the owner, Paul I believe, took the time to walk me through how the kits were built and he is very helpful if you have questions later! Again,congrats!

 

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