NEW loco repaint project.......

be right back...I'll start the popcorn.....

I like the topic already.  Another lesson from AMC Dave, can't wait. Steamer Dave make sure you make enough for all of us.

Hey you guys,

Dont forget about me!!!!

And AMC, don't forget some in the middle steps, I like that part

Sorry so long between posts......I got drafted into doing all the artwork and printing for a wedding after other plans fell through. I had planned on being done by now.....but this other work and two days so nice I went driving in the 46 Ford have put me behind. 

Only a small update. I removed the logo and numbers from the loco and the white running boards too.....I want a more 'work a day' loco than a dresser! 

She will now get a coat of Dupli-color #1699 sealer as the hand rails will be painted for a more used look.  I removed all the white tampo by using a sanding stick ultra fine grit slowly removing the tampo. I didn't get all the white of the running boards but primer/sealer and then black semi-gloss will cover fine. I think she already looks better!! Thx

lookin good Dave

Got a little more done.....I cut the coal load out. I never liked the way the load looked. I understand why it is like it is......cheap to tool and room for electronics. But I thought it might be a way to improve the looks. Not sure I will do it again....lots of cutting and more work to gret the opening looking good. I also made hand rails at all four corners. Another little detail that will help in upgrading the looks of the simple loco. 

More to come....thanks!!!

Dave,  I love the thread.  Thanks for sharing your project with us.  Is that a coat of primer on the tender shell or did you strip the paint? Looking forward to the rest of the project.

Off to a good start, liking where this is going.  STEAMER has the popcorn I will bring the beer.  Nick T

Scott R posted:

Dave,  I love the thread.  Thanks for sharing your project with us.  Is that a coat of primer on the tender shell or did you strip the paint? Looking forward to the rest of the project.

I sanded off the white lettering off the tender with a very fine sanding stick. Then sprayed with Dupli-color #1699 primer sealer.  thx