New Project GE 23T Boxcab in 1.5" scale.

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Re: New Project GE 23T Boxcab in 1.5" scale.

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Here are some pics of the goodies I got from Chris in the last shipment and what I have gotten done so far.

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This is what was in the box of goodies minus he binders which are shown in the other pics.
This is what was in the box of goodies minus he binders which are shown in the other pics.
Both side frames with binders installed.
Both side frames with binders installed.
Close up of the binder install.
Close up of the binder install.
Yet another close up of the installed binder.
Yet another close up of the installed binder.
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Re: New Project GE 23T Boxcab in 1.5" scale.

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Lookin' good! That looks the same as my MEG frame basically. Steel sheet sides.
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Re: New Project GE 23T Boxcab in 1.5" scale.

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Thanks Mike. I am trying to get her rolling for the Pres meet. Not sure if I will make it but really trying.

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I hope you get her rolling but, if you don't, bring her anyway, I'd like to see what you have done in person.
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Just picked up my new drill press so once assembled I can begin rolling at a more steady pace. No more scheduling conflicts or work issues to slow me down :).

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Here are some pics of where today has gotten me. Started this morning and after a few glitches on my end getting used to the new equipment things seemed to have turned out pretty good for my first project.

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Rough ped install on first side.jpg
Peds, spring plates, binders complete and pre-install.jpg
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Re: New Project GE 23T Boxcab in 1.5" scale.

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Nice work. I'm looking forward to seeing the completed project.

Something to consider, best practice for nested springs is for them to be wound in opposite directions.
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Re: New Project GE 23T Boxcab in 1.5" scale.

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Dick_Morris wrote:Something to consider, best practice for nested springs is for them to be wound in opposite directions.
Just trying to understand. Why is that?
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redneckalbertan wrote:
Dick_Morris wrote:Something to consider, best practice for nested springs is for them to be wound in opposite directions.
Just trying to understand. Why is that?
is so the coils do not interfere with each other, but steps have been taken where that should not be an issue.
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Thanks! It makes good sense now that you say it.
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Started prepping everything for welding and subsequent paint. Moving right along 8) .

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Re: New Project GE 23T Boxcab in 1.5" scale.

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Received the next 2 packages of parts from Chris Friday while I was playing trains at the BCWRR presidents run weekend. Got in the axles, wheels, sprockets, journals, bearings, gear box assembly, and cab doors. Can't wait to get the chassis on its wheels!

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