Baldwin DRS 4-4-1500/AS16

[PiperguyUMD]

I think I may make a few revisions when I get some down time.  I really liked the way the hood doors looked on the unpainted model, but once it was painted I felt like the relief was a little too much.  So I may make the doors, hinges, and latches a little lower.

FYI the handrails are from the newer run of Atlas RS-11 and cut to length.  I'm trying to get my hands on either the Bachmann S-4 or RS-3 end handrails, these are perfect for the ends. 

If you guys have any feedback please let me know!

[jimmo]

I'm trying to get my hands on either the Bachmann S-4 or RS-3 end handrails, these are perfect for the ends.

Hey Piperguy, here's a brand new set of RS-3 railings on ebay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/N-RS3-Handrail-Set-CHINA-VERSION-ATLAS-N-Scale-RS-3-/350874828723?pt=Model_RR_Trains&hash=item51b1c4ffb3

[johnh35]

 

Hard to see in your pic, but did you do the mesh grills and if so, what did you end up using?

[PiperguyUMD]

I will see if I can get a better picture of the grills.  I wanted to try to duplicate the texture that I found in a lot of my reference photos, so I started looking for materials that I could glue in the recessed areas to achieve that look.  I ended up using sheets cut out of a tea bag.  I really like how it looks in the grills on top of the hood, but I'm not sure how I feel about the way it looks on the grills on the sides of the hood.  This could be due in part to how deeply recessed the area is, but it could also be due to a sloppy CA job.  Overall though, it works!

[PiperguyUMD]

FYI I just uploaded an AS16.  It should be available later today on shape ways!

[johnh35]

I will see if I can get a better picture of the grills.  I wanted to try to duplicate the texture that I found in a lot of my reference photos, so I started looking for materials that I could glue in the recessed areas to achieve that look.  I ended up using sheets cut out of a tea bag.  I really like how it looks in the grills on top of the hood, but I'm not sure how I feel about the way it looks on the grills on the sides of the hood.  This could be due in part to how deeply recessed the area is, but it could also be due to a sloppy CA job.  Overall though, it works!

Maybe instead of CA if you use spray adhesive on the material before pressing it into place? I may have to give that a try.

[sizemore]

FYI I just uploaded an AS16.  It should be available later today on shape ways!

This is the revised version with the lowered details?

The S.

[jimmo]

I just uploaded a two pack for you guys that model baldwin crazy roads.  That will save you a little bit of cash!

Hey Piperguy, I haven't seen a two pack of these yet. Are you sure you uploaded them?

[PiperguyUMD]

This is the revised version with the lowered details?

The S.

Yes

[PiperguyUMD]

Hey Piperguy, I haven't seen a two pack of these yet. Are you sure you uploaded them?

They were up for a bit, then someone ordered one and I received an unable to print message so I took them down.  I'm currently uploading two packs with the shells on a sprue.  Hopefully that will take care of any of the printability issues.

[jimmo]

How long until they are available for sale? Also, did you see the link for the RS-1 railings I posted?

[JMaurer1]

I don't have my reference material here at work, can someone confirm this: The only difference between an AS-16 and AS-616 is one has four axle trucks and the other has 6 axles...

[PiperguyUMD]

Ok, so the single and double DRS 4-4-1500, and single and double AS16s are now available.  There was a problem earlier with an AS16 order (sorry I uploaded the wrong file format!) everything should be all set now.

Thanks, I did see the link for the handrails!  I guess the only end railings that will work are on the S-4  .  Those will be hard to find.

[jimmo]

Ok, so the single and double DRS 4-4-1500, and single and double AS16s are now available.  There was a problem earlier with an AS16 order (sorry I uploaded the wrong file format!) everything should be all set now.

Thanks, I did see the link for the handrails!  I guess the only end railings that will work are on the S-4  .  Those will be hard to find.

Thanks, as soon as my purchase order clears the financial department I'll be visiting your store.

I'll keep searching for S-4 railings.

[haasmarc]

Hey Piperguy,

I got one of the DRS 4-4-1500 shells and it did not print correctly.  The angled surface on the side of the hood behind the cab looks to be vertical.  The triangular section of one of the pilots is not there and the walkway at the end of the long hood is missing.  The 3-d digital model looks good on the site.  How do I go about having them reprint it?

I also got the hammerhead short hoods.  They look good.