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Retro Parts I'd like to See...
« on: October 04, 2022, 09:48:01 AM »
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Replacement pilots and fuel tank castings for ConCor E units.  These things seem to have evaporated over the years.



A pilot conversion for the Rivarossi 0-8-0 that allows for a MT front coupler, but doesn't require the added pilot truck (The MT conversion kit has an extended pilot and truck to make it into a 2-8-0.  As a switcher, the 0-8-0 really just needs a coupler up there.)


Likewise a pilot for Rivarossi Pacifics and Mikados as well.  The dummy looks good in photos, but when you want to double head, you have an issue there.

Window glazing for ConCor PAs.  By some mystery, these were originally offered sans glazing.  A kit was offered that could be added on, but these are rare as hen's teeth.  I assume there's a "good enough" clear resin that could print these.



If that's possible, then perhaps also a set that provides clear replacements for those foggy Minitrix windows...  While I appreciate the retro look of the original, they are glued in, so its impossible to take them out without destroying them.  An easy replacement would be handy.



I'm sure there are millions more, but these are front and center right now.  Anyone else have a list of replacement/repair parts they'd like to see?

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Re: Retro Parts I'd like to See...
« Reply #1 on: October 04, 2022, 12:32:51 PM »
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A pilot conversion for the Rivarossi 0-8-0 that allows for a MT front coupler, but doesn't require the added pilot truck (The MT conversion kit has an extended pilot and truck to make it into a 2-8-0.  As a switcher, the 0-8-0 really just needs a coupler up there.)

Item #1041 is the straight Atlas/Rivarossi 0-8-0 conversion kit (no pilot truck).  Whether you still can procure one is another issue.  Neither the 0-8-0 or 2-8-0 conversion kit is on the current price list.  But I suspect if you contact them directly, you may get lucky.

Item #1043 (new number 001.30.010) is the conversion for the Atlas/Rivarossi Mikado and Pacific and remains an active SKU.

I would try Kato glass in your Minitrix F units.  You might get lucky.  Same scenario with the PA glass.
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