Hi all,
Recently received the Zephyr, registration for Spring Meet form, and other
materials in the mail. In reference to the 2000 BRHS Model Contest Winners
sheet enclosed, I am specifically interested in the model of the Burlington
express car pictured in photos of the work by first place winner in the
Passenger Car category as modeled by Mike Spoor (Didn't ignore Rich
Gortowski's excellent work, that's just another project for another
time!). Both are fine looking models which I would like to have on my
layout, but right now my questions concern the 50' boxcar, #8503 as
modelled by Mike.
Mike, can you share with the list how you modeled this car? What was the
original model used? Are the doors and trucks, for example, original to
that kit or are they an after market detail part replacement? What type
of paint and color mix did you use. In short, could you write a few words
describing how one could model this car to have for themselves. If you
don't think this has enough broad interest to be included on the list,
would appreciate your emailing me directly with how it was accomplished.
Also, what is the history of this car on the Burlington - when was it
built, used, retired, car numbers, etc. etc.?
Thanks in advance on this one!
Paul (call this the Zephyr "Modeler's Corner" department article) Kossart -
Peru, Illinois, USA
BRHS, La Salle & Bureau County Model Railroad Club
Proto-Freelancing The CB&Q Illiniwek River Branch in HO in the 1960's...
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"Serving Agriculture and Industry in the Illiniwek River Valley since 1904."
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