AHM Flexi-Flo bash-FINISHED!!

[fr8kar]

Jul 10, 2014 16:25:38 GMT -8 tankcarsrule said:

Thanks guys. The J-1 relay valve is used on heavy cars to help with the braking.

Regards, Bobby

Interesting. A J-1 relay valve on a locomotive causes the locomotive to develop 45 psi in the brake cylinders with a full application of the brakes. A J-1.6 relay valve will develop 72 psi in the cylinders with a full application. J-1 relay valves are used on locomotives equipped with clasp brakes and J-1.6 relay valves are used on single shoe per wheel brake systems. I wonder if the name is the only thing these relay valves have in common or if it's the same thing used on a locomotive.

[tankcarsrule]

Jul 10, 2014 19:28:49 GMT -8 fr8kar said:

Jul 10, 2014 16:25:38 GMT -8 tankcarsrule said:

Thanks guys. The J-1 relay valve is used on heavy cars to help with the braking.

Regards, Bobby

Interesting. A J-1 relay valve on a locomotive causes the locomotive to develop 45 psi in the brake cylinders with a full application of the brakes. A J-1.6 relay valve will develop 72 psi in the cylinders with a full application. J-1 relay valves are used on locomotives equipped with clasp brakes and J-1.6 relay valves are used on single shoe per wheel brake systems. I wonder if the name is the only thing these relay valves have in common or if it's the same thing used on a locomotive.

You're correct, it's also used on locomotives. For some reason, when you said locomotive, I was thinking steam engine!?

Regards, Bobby

[Gary P]

Bobby - I really can't add much that hasn't already been said. I am simply in awe.....

[tankcarsrule]

Thank you Gary, you're most kind.

Regards, Bobby

[Spikre]

Bobby,
is this the 100 ton version,or the 125 ton version ?
Great Work !!
the AHMs here will never get this full treatment !!
cant wait to see the car finished.
Spikre

[tankcarsrule]

Spikre, it's the 125T version. I have ECW trucks and IM 38"semi-scale wheels. I'm doing all I can until the Plano kit comes out, soon I hope. I'm glad you like it, thank you.

Regards' Bobby

[gtws00]

Very impressive work as usual. Thanks for sharing.
George

[tankcarsrule]

Thank you very much George, I'm pleased you like my efforts.

Regards, Bobby

[tankcarsrule]

With the addition of the scratched brake stand and platform the B end is nearing completion. I made the channel for the stand, because there's no fine available. The platform is doubled by using silver bearing solder to join 2 pieces together. With the plumbing of the retaining valve, the plumbing is complete. Thanks, Bobby

[tankcarsrule]

This is update 3, not two. Another photo has been added.

Bobby

[TBird1958]

As always, I really appreciate your skill Bobby - Excellent craftsmanship, thank you for sharing the project with us.

[onequiknova]

Damn. That doubled up platform is a real nice touch. I know where I can use that idea. I have never had much luck soldering stainless etches though.

[tankcarsrule]

Thank you Mark and John, I appreciate it. John, All of my stainless tank car walks are doubled. I use the solder that Micro Mark sells. The flux is the key. I clamp the halfs together, apply the flux and run the solder. I use a 35 W iron and the solder flows like water. The I file the edges smooth and I'm done.

Regards, Bobby

[tankcarsrule]

I received the Plano up grade kit # 10930 and got to work. The kit is outstanding! The roofwalk and corner grabs were used from the kit. I also add part of the air lines for the PD system, end steps, braces for the jack pads, card holders and cut bar brackets. I made the cut bars and will install them after paint along with the air hoses. Thanks, Bobby

[gtws00]

Looking good. You do amazing work. Will you be attending the Naperville RPM meet in Oct? Would like to see in person.
George To man

[TBird1958]

Amazing work Bobby, the trucks are massive!

[tankcarsrule]

Thank you guys. I'd love to go to Naperville, but Savannah RPM is about as far as I go. I did a bunch of work on the 125T trucks. I like the 38" wheels, but I was told today that they used 36". My car had 38" installed at a later date. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!

Regards, Bobby

[tankcarsrule]

[mrsocal]

Bobby I have never seen a scratch build like you do it. Simply amazing as well as beautiful.

[tankcarsrule]

Thank you Scotty, I appreciate it.

Regards, Bobby

[tankcarsrule]

I'm now ready for the dreaded paint application. As you can see in the photo I have added the discharge manifold pipes and meter box. I still haven't decided on the road name, but compared to the difficulty of the build, that's no big deal. Thanks, Bobby

[tankcarsrule]

It's painted and ready for weathering.

Thanks, Bobby

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The link will take you to the largest photo.

[drolsen]

Incredible, Bobby! The piping under the sidesill is especially impressive, but the whole car looks fantastic! Congrats on nearing the completion of this project!

Dave

[TBird1958]

Great model and craftsmanship as always Bobby! It's always a pleasure to see your work here, thank you for sharing it.

[roadkill]

Nicely done Bobby!

[tankcarsrule]

Thank you Dave, Mark and Rodger, I'm pleased you like this project.

Regards, Bobby

[upcsx]

If anybody is not pleased with your work Bobby something is wrong that AHM Flexi-Flo looks better than anything RTR today and Kit.

[tankcarsrule]

upcsx, thank you for the very nice complement.

Regards, Bobby

[Donnell Wells]

This is what the "model" in model railroading is all about! You took what amounts to a $2-$3 swap meet car, a toy if you will, and transformed it into a beautifully rendered (and accurate) scale model! Well done man!

Donnell

[Gary P]

Bobby - As is my normal response, I am simply in awe of your work. It's beautiful. It's one of those where the more you look, the more you see! Thank you so much for sharing your talents here. I have so much to learn.