modified AAR boxcar, I'm confused? Um, its IM! You know...it doesn't have to be prototypical! cheers Stefan

There was a nice article in MM on modelling/upgrading the IMWX 10' 1937 AAR cars by Dennis Hitt a while back. Also some good pics on Fallen Flags of 15788 and 17497 in the as delivered scheme showing

Thanks, but Ted's excellent decal only has the Silver Meteor slogan. Been there...Can anyone confirm what slogan Champ HB-8 has? thanks Stefan it has

Andy brings up a good point. Wasn't the use of the taller doors due to the fact that these cars were rebuilt with side sill channel stiffners? The lower door tracks were flush with this sill and are v

Rich, Thanks very much for that! It looks like I'll have to keep an eye out for HB-31. Anyone want to part with one or two sets? Stefan ________________________________________________________________

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Of which there were only three IIRC. Stefan

I would disagree Tim. The lettering looks fine to my eyes. Also note that the CN on the doors needs to be removed as this was not present on the steel cars owned by CN. cheers Stefan photo

Since this is the only way we can get more accurate models in the future, I applaud Athearn for their efforts at being forthright and advising the customer exactly what they are buying. This is long o