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Thanks for all your input, I appreciate the interest. I considered just painting out the unwanted windows but, the clear plastic insert does not come out flush with the car sides. Also, there is noticeable "space" between the "glass" and the window frame.Simply plating over the opening won't...

Last year, when there were only rumors and speculation after MT's release of Allied trucks, there was some discussion on the forum about the possibilities of either scratch-building or (hopefully) kit-bashing some of the post-war equipment some railroads built using retired troop sleepers. It...

It was great to see you back in chat again! Dick

And, further north on Rt. 16 from No Conway and the Conway Scenic RR (about 5 miles further) is Intervale and Hartmann's Railroad shop and train museum. He gives a small discount but his store is impressive (all scales) and the museum is great. If you have kids with you, he has an outdoor...

You can get by making your own drawings as I did with my first effort but, some critical measurements help in the construction. I've never minded "it looks right" but, you know, there are some rivet counters out there!:D Dick

This is one of mine: Dick

Many Schnabels are still in use in this country. They are certainly fascinating cars to both see and model. I have been looking for plans to build the one in the picture but have not found good data. I have built a couple in N, the accompanying photo being one of them. Here's an...