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Post by tom on Sept 10, 2024 9:53:39 GMT -8
I finished up the weathering on my Penn Central GP9 from Walthers. This is the latest GP9 from Walthers as is a Phase III GP9 with all of the fans 48" in diameter plus the sidesill is different than earlier phases. I picked up an undec from my LHS, assembled it, painted it Modelflex black and lettered it with Microscale and PCRRHS decals.  I weathered it with pencils, Pan Pastels and airbrushing. I really like starting with an undec (PC was not a roadname offered yet) since the undec comes with a long hood for a non-dynamic unit and a hood for one with dynamics plus lots of different detail parts. The fans are plastic but are very well done. The undecs do not come with a horn so I added a Cal-Scale one. I replaced the plastic Sinclair antenna with a metal Cal-Scale one, windshield wipers from KV Models, and a fuel gauge from Details Associates. |
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Post by waverly5 on Sept 10, 2024 15:59:00 GMT -8
As usual...you nailed it.
Inspiring!
Just curious if you know the Walthers stock number on the Phase 3 undecorated?
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Post by cpr4200 on Sept 10, 2024 16:19:39 GMT -8
Those engines keep getting better and better. The fans used to be a weak point, but those look pretty darn good.
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Post by tom on Sept 10, 2024 16:37:31 GMT -8
As usual...you nailed it. Inspiring! Just curious if you know the Walthers stock number on the Phase 3 undecorated? Thanks. Walthers stock number is 920-42800. |
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Post by wsor on Sept 10, 2024 18:00:44 GMT -8
I picked up the 4 MILW units from this Phase 3 run, with the trash can spark arrestors. I think they are very well done.
Two now have Scale Sound Systems speakers, and the other two will soon. I think it makes a big difference.
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Post by lhr on Sept 10, 2024 18:38:10 GMT -8
I see Walther's didn't fix the rear side radiator grill mistake. The radiator grill should stop over the knuckle buster, not before it. All the other Proto geep's were correct on this. This is the only version Proto messed up on.
Greg
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Post by nsc39d8 on Sept 10, 2024 19:16:03 GMT -8
Tom another great looking model! Makes me want to go back in my timeframe to have few of these in N&W. I think the Walthers Phase III looks pretty close to me: www.rr-fallenflags.org/pc/pc7164ags.jpg |
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Post by Colin 't Hart on Sept 11, 2024 2:55:57 GMT -8
I see Walther's didn't fix the rear side radiator grill mistake. The radiator grill should stop over the knuckle buster, not before it. All the other Proto geep's were correct on this. This is the only version Proto messed up on. Oh? Looks correct to me:  |
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Post by tom on Sept 11, 2024 3:26:51 GMT -8
I picked up the 4 MILW units from this Phase 3 run, with the trash can spark arrestors. I think they are very well done. Two now have Scale Sound Systems speakers, and the other two will soon. I think it makes a big difference. I replaced the Walthers speakers too and the Scale Sound Systems make a huge difference! |
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Post by tom on Sept 11, 2024 4:45:12 GMT -8
Here is a photo of the other side of the GP9:  |
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Post by waverly5 on Sept 11, 2024 5:27:08 GMT -8
Tom....are you applying decals directly onto the Modelflex, or using any other brand for gloss and flats? I haven't airbrushed Modelflex yet, and am curious what PSI you prefer?
Thanks in advance.
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Post by markfj on Sept 11, 2024 7:51:56 GMT -8
Another nicely done PC model!
The Walthers model really captures the look of a GP9 well.
Mark J.
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Post by kentuckysouthernrwy on Sept 11, 2024 8:36:02 GMT -8
Well done
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Post by tom on Sept 11, 2024 9:08:58 GMT -8
Tom....are you applying decals directly onto the Modelflex, or using any other brand for gloss and flats? I haven't airbrushed Modelflex yet, and am curious what PSI you prefer? Thanks in advance. The finish of Modelflex paints varies from almost flat to an eggshell finish. I always apply a gloss finish prior to decaling. In the case for this locomotive I used a 50/50 mix of gloss black and engine black. It is probably shiny enough to decal on but I still give the surfaces to be decaled a spray of gloss. I have been using Winsor and Newton Gloss and Matte acrylic paints as my clear finishes for a couple of years and been very satisfied with them. I do not thin them down before using. The Gloss and Matte can also be mixed to get the final finish that you want. I usually just use matte but if the car or locomotive is relatively new I use a mix of gloss and matte. They can be purchased in larger volumes so they are much cheaper than the typical model railroad paint bottles.  I use about 15-20 PSI when I spray but usually just adjust it so that it feels right. I usually do not thin Modelflex but sometimes I add a little bit of distilled water to it. If it is a little thick I use a thinner that was described in Model Railroad Hobbyist. I also do not spray Modelflex any different than other acrylics that I use and even mix Modelflex with other acrylics such as PollyScale or Vallego. Finally I often hear that Modelflex dries up quickly in the bottle but I never had that problem and have used paint that I opened years ago that is still read to spray. |
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Post by waverly5 on Sept 11, 2024 9:26:58 GMT -8
Thanks so much for the info, Tom. Greatly appreciated and look forward to trying that formula out.
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Post by columbusrrfan on Sept 11, 2024 17:38:56 GMT -8
Yes, great info Tom. Thanks for sharing.
Jack
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Post by antoniofp45 on Sept 27, 2024 18:41:27 GMT -8
Excellent prototype appearance!
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Post by valenciajim2 on Oct 4, 2024 6:59:04 GMT -8
Thanks for all of the helpful information and kudos on another wonderful model.
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Post by tom on Oct 4, 2024 10:46:54 GMT -8
Thanks everyone! I would like to reiterate the use of the Winsor and Newton clear acrylic finishes. I first read about in a Bernard Kempinski's blog and ordered some right away and have been happy since then.
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Post by waverly5 on Oct 4, 2024 11:07:37 GMT -8
Thanks everyone! I would like to reiterate the use of the Winsor and Newton clear acrylic finishes. I first read about in a Bernard Kempinski's blog and ordered some right away and have been happy since then. I just used it this week, on your recommendation. Definitely like it far better over any spray bomb clear coats I've used in the past. |
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Post by nebrzephyr on Oct 5, 2024 7:57:11 GMT -8
Tom, is this the line of varnish that you used? Thanks. Bob  |
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Post by tom on Oct 5, 2024 8:19:54 GMT -8
Tom, is this the line of varnish that you used? Thanks. Bob Yes. I use the Matte and the Gloss varnish acrylics from Winsor and Newton. |
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Post by cf7 on Oct 5, 2024 12:18:04 GMT -8
Where is the best place to get Windsor & Newton varnish?
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Post by grahamline on Oct 5, 2024 13:55:56 GMT -8
Where is the best place to get Windsor & Newton varnish? Artists supplu stores will have it. I use Dick Blick because there are stores in my area but they are also quick with mail orders. |
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Post by tom on Oct 5, 2024 13:58:32 GMT -8
Where is the best place to get Windsor & Newton varnish? I purchased mine from Amazon. |
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Post by sauconyard on Oct 7, 2024 6:00:21 GMT -8
I'm switching over as well. As I age, breathing less lacquer and lacquer thinner, even in a well ventilated area, has to be a smart move.
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