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Any work tinkering with a locomotive always interests me, especially when it's well done like this one.

Continuing on with the hack job.
Here cutting out more of the chassis to accommodate the new platforms.



Starting the buildup of the new pilot area.


The rear pilot beam and coupler built up and installed.


The front pilot beam being test fitted to the pilot deck.

Nice work. I always love when something not only looks better but works better. -- Russ

I used dimensions from Rio Grand drawings.
Couldn't find much

MJinTN

A few more detail pictures of this 30 day build. This is all seat of the pants design as you go and adjust for miscalculations.


The pilot truck on the Bachmann G scale 10 wheeler is famous for derailments because of it's design flaws so I rebuilt it for better performance.

First I cut a couple of sections out to shorten the wheel base.



I then epoxied it back together adding a steel rod for strength and weight.



Here is a comparison of a stock pilot and my shortened version. It looks closer to the prototype and functions very well.



I will add some more soon
Thanks for taking a look
Rick

I like it even if the switch is stubby

I've seen worse .... -- Russ

I started laying track. I started with a stub switch 'cause they're easy.
I figured I needed a switch stand.
So here it is.
MJinTN

You certainly have no hesitation about accepting a difficult challenge. I suspect the finished model will only add to your confidence. -- Russ

Rick,

now that is an interesting prototype! Looking forward to see more.

Cheers,
Volker