I would like to model #1522. I purchased 2 Spectrum 4-8-2's but they are the 4400 series. I can live with the inaccuracies (I would be the only one to know) but would like to have the obvious details right. Mainly, what font style was used on the numbering of the excursion version and what was used on the service version? I want to paint one as the excursion 1522 that everyone is so familiar with and one as it appeared when in regular service. ANY tips would be appreciated.
For starters you'll need a tender with 6-wheel trucks and air tanks on top of the boiler. I've done some research, I'm trying to figure a way to do the same thing (A 1500) in N scale. I don't want to mess with the air tanks so I picked 1502: No tanks, small smokebox door all spoke drivers. To do a 1522 you'll have to replace the main driving wheels also. Tom G.
Erie Roman is close, but you can get the appropriate decals from Oddballs: http://mopac1.tripod.com/oddballs3.htm#SLSF
Not sure about the number font, but the "F-R-I-S-C-O" under the cab window is the same font as in the freight car "coonskin" herald, spread just slightly. Tall, plain block letters. Tom
I can't sing and am the clumsiest person in the world when I try to dance. Can't play any musical instrument either. Wish I could.
Are they for sale? Can you do it in N scale? Or half size of HO? (N scale = HO x .544) No, I only make what I need. I have an Alps printer and my supply of "ink" is getting pretty low and I try to keep the machine use low. They don't make thesse printers any more and the supplies are getting very scarce. Talk to Tom Stolte at Oddballs decals.
Well, Don, I can sing (sort of) and I do play the flute. I must be right behind you on the clumsy scale if you are indeed the clumsiest person in the world, but I sure can't model like you do. My hat is off to you for sure for: 1. the guts you show to try something difficult, and 2. the ability to pull it off well. One of these days I may try something that I haven't tried before, but I am afraid of messing up one of my expensive models. Again, great work, and very inspiring. Terry
Don, I'm happy to arrange a swap agreement. For a bit of your steam knowledge and modeling acumen, I'll gladly provide lessons on both the clarinet and the spoons. Best Regards,
