Tom & Listers,
1. The Bowser hopper is VERY close to the CB&Q HC-1. There are minor roof
variations, but for those needing an exact roof, Martin Lofton makes the
correct roof. I?ve not seen the Kato model, but will get one to do a
comparison.
2. This is not an Order form ? it is merely a survey to determine the
interest in the various schemes. I doubt that I will run all the schemes at
one time, but most likely will pick a couple at a time to run.
3. I?m not completely decided on the numbering. It has been suggested to
do
this a couple of ways ? to run two cars with different complete numbers
applied and then decals with the last three numbers having a background that
matches the car color to apply over the printed numbers ? or apply only the
first three numbers and include dry transfers or decals with the last three
numbers ? or do them unnumbered and include dry transfers or decals with the
whole number. I?m leaning towards the first option. When adding numbers
the trick is to use some type of decal solvent and then overspray with a
clear coat to cover the decal film.
Dave
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From: CBQ@yahoogroups.com [mailto:CBQ@yahoogroups.com]On Behalf Of thommack
Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2005 7:55 AM
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Subject: [CBQ] CB&Q HC-1's
Dave and List:
I think it would be great to have more HC-1's!! I would order quite a
few. But here are some questions:
1. How does the Bowser model compare to the Kato model? I have a
number of the Kato cars, including some repainted for MOW. I know the
pre-painted CB&Q Kato covered hoppers are way too dark grey, but how
does the detail compare between the Kato and Bowser? I know the Kato
cars have great roof hatch and brake equipment detail, but don't know
how that compares to the Bowser kits. Reason for the question, is that
if we had a special run of HC-1's and the Kato cars are better detail,
might it be worth running Kato cars vs. Bowser even if it costs a bit
more? (I'm not saying the Kato cars are better, just thinking.)
2. If we order a mix of the paint schemes, will all be run or just
those that garner the most orders?
3. I like the idea of numbering my own cars (that is easy enough), and
now Bowser has pioneered this concept, but how are the Bowser decals?
Do they do them with the same background color as the car or a clear
decal? I have sometime found that sometimes it is very hard to hide
the decal on a "number it yourself" model. You have a great model with
very crisp painting, then end up with a number with decal film showing!
Tom Mack
Cincinnati, OH
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