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Step 1. We start by removing the
weights, this is done by inserting a small screwdriver or similar object
through the bolster opening and tapping it out.
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Step 2.
The bolters need to be
moved in towards the center of the car about 2 scale feet. I did this by
making a new bolster with the correct spacing and made a mould of it. (I had a
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Step 3.
We then measure where we
need to cut on the bottom of the car. The part that we cut out is smaller than
the new part. By doing this you can just set the new part in and set it on the
bottom, you will see how this works when we get into installing the new part.
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Step 4.
I use a Dermal tool with
a foot control and cut out the end of the floor
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Step 5.
You then have to use a
saw blade in a X-Acto handle to finish the cuts. |
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Step 6.
Remove the cut out part
and file the sides flush, I also remove the stirrups and will make new ones
out of brass wire. |
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Step 7.
You install the new part
from the inside.
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Step 8.
The new part fits down
on the bottom of the car, make sure that it is level and glue it in place. We
have lower the car the thickness of the bottom of the car.
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Step 9.
This is how it looks with both ends done. |
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Step 10.
A body mount coupler
(1023,1025) is installed. The Con Cor bolster is the correct height from the
floor so there is no need for shims. You will have to cut an opening in the
end of the car for the coupler.
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Step 11.
Next add a piece of styrene under the coupler to complete the end of the
car. |
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Step 12.
Because the trucks are
moved up into the car we have to remove some plastic in four places in order
for the trucks to turn. These cars go through a #6 switch with no problems,
but do look better on wider radii. |
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Step 13.
The wire stirrups are
added by drilling a #80 hole and AC-ing in place. |
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Step 14.
I weighted the cars with
the stick on weights and then cover them with black silicone. I recommend at
leased 1.5 ounces. The black silicone keeps the weights in place in case of
heavy handling.
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Step 15.
All that is left is to
paint the new area, install trucks and couplers and enjoy.
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Step 16.
Here is the finished
car. |
