HO 80s/90s CSX, NS, & Conrail layout resurrection.

[minitnkr]

Well, I finished my stated chores, but forgot the maintenance sidings. Here's an example of a detailed Athearn loco here for clearance purposes. Sand, brake & fuel lines have been added plus additional decals, radio antenna, bell, electrical cabinet (other side), fuel filler, filter & sight gauge as well as all grabs, lift eyes, side window shades, snow plows, knuckle couplers, consist steps, safety chains, window wipers, MU hoses & a drilled out exhaust stack.




PaulE

[Mini Me]

Looks to be a GP38, probably a dash 2, Nice locomotive Paul. The Road I used to model used a slew of SD38s as they phased out their SD9s. Looking forward to seeing this baby operational. Rick H.

[Lee Drennen]

Looks to be a GP38, probably a dash 2, Nice locomotive Paul. The Road I used to model used a slew of SD38s as they phased out their SD9s. Looking forward to seeing this baby operational. Rick H.

Rick
Looks like a GP38 not dash 2 there’s no site glass and this one has chicken wire grills but I think the site glass was optional

[Mini Me]

You could be right Lee, it's been awhile since I did any "Railfanning".

[minitnkr]

According to Athearn it's a GP38-2. I use it for locals. The coolant sight glass is on the other side. I have another one, w/rerailers hung on it, I use for a yard switcher, two SD40-2s in a double consist for heavy road work, a CW 40-8 & a GP40-2 for fast freight. These are all Conrail. PaulE

[scottie3158]

Paul,
I am really enjoying this build the detail you are adding is exceptional as always.

[minitnkr]

Thanks Scottie. I'm pretty committed to this, but miss the military stuff. Maybe once the yard is troubleshot & in place I'll take a break & do a Sherman company. PaulE

[Mini Me]

IMO it is good for the Mojo to step back once in a while and involve yourself in something a little different. The best of both being a military RxR with military loads!lol. Rick H.

[scottie3158]

Thanks Scottie. I'm pretty committed to this, but miss the military stuff. Maybe once the yard is troubleshot & in place I'll take a break & do a Sherman company. PaulE

you will have to add some flatbed railcars with some armour on

[minitnkr]

I have about 18 usable. May not have enough modern armor to fill'em:smiling:. PaulE

[Lee Drennen]

IMO it is good for the Mojo to step back once in a while and involve yourself in something a little different. The best of both being a military RxR with military loads!lol. Rick H.

Yeah that’s what I’m doing in 1/48 O scale and having a blast doing it

[Lee Drennen]

According to Athearn it's a GP38-2. I use it for locals. The coolant sight glass is on the other side. I have another one, w/rerailers hung on it, I use for a yard switcher, two SD40-2s in a double consist for heavy road work, a CW 40-8 & a GP40-2 for fast freight. These are all Conrail. PaulE

Thanks Paul I stand corrected sorry Rick I’m getting old I have the exact same one Paul that chicken wire grill always throws me off

[Mini Me]

Paul, throw in a few Hummers, Bradleys and some heavy trucks and you have it made. Rick H.

[adt70hk]

Hi Paul

Just been catching up on this and it really does look the part. Keep up the good work.

Andrew

[JR]

I'm another watching with interest. Looking really good Paul.
Rick I often go to .

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOIkT9bq-1N2BvrsBjhNlag

Spent some time watching and enjoying the live streams. Nice crowd of guys on there always helpful.