Thanks Brian, I wasn't sure if I was seeing something between the bolster or not. I have trouble with contrast when it comes to black & white photos. I appreciate the help! Bryian Sones Union Pacific

From "Union Pacific Freight Cars1936-51" by Terry Metcalfe photos it's a little difficult for me to tell for sure but I'm guessing these might be Barber Lateral Motion Trucks? Can anyone confirm for m

Hi All, I'm in the process of adding the missing bolster to 35 of the early Atlas release of this car. Can anyone recommend a correct and good replacement truck for this project? Thanks, Bryian Sones

Andy, You can get it at Walmart too for about the same price. I just bought a bottle last month here in Murrieta. Bryian Sones Union Pacific Prototype Modeler Murrieta, CA. On Tuesday, December 19, 20

I use canopy glue also. My favorite is " Pacer, Formula 560" Bryian Sones Union Pacific Prototype Modeler Murrieta, CA

Umm Ed, I never implied that a stronger magnet made a difference. I just stated neodymium magnets are stronger magnets that's all. However, they could be better at pulling the load up if you are try t

That link was the first one I came to so it maybe too powerful but you get the idea of what they look like. They are fishing magnets. You can find less powerful samples elsewhere on ebay. Bryian Sones

Here is a link for the magnet https://www.ebay.com/itm/Strong-Neodymium-Ring-Magnet-Hunting-River-Fishing-Salvage-Tool/142507758391?hash=item212e1fd337:m:mPFV9H13RwRfnAZMKZhm2bQ

There are lots of ways to do it, Some of the most common ways to do it is to: 1) Make sure the load can be removed without any resistance 2) Insert/glue a metal object in the middle of the load such a

For those of you planning to use the U.P Marklin/Trix Boxcars that represent the B-24 and B-50-27 classes for the U.P. and might be unaware, the car body matches the prototype all but the roof and the

Agreed! They fit nicely under the Marklin U.P. Stock Car s-40-12 too but I use the Speedwitch Media underframe for the boxcars because it is the correct underframe. If you don't care about the underbo

Steve, The Redcaboose car closer represents the B-50-19 and B-50-21 classes but simply lacking those loosely applied alt rivets I metioned. Just squint a little or look at it from a distance and it's

Yes, Tim and Charles you are are correct regarding the ACR rivets . I was not necessarily referring to that effect. That's why I didn't call the alternating rivets out in that manner. As Tim mention t

Hi Steve, That paint scheme did exist in the1950's. There are photo of that scheme on boxcar B-50-21 page 6 and boxcar b-50-27 page7 of the book called "UP Color Guide to Freight and Passenger Equipme

Hi All, I'm looking for parts to upgrade the details on the Intermountain HO scale models. I'm modeling these cars in the mid to late 1950's. Anyone have a good source for upgrading fan details and ha

I only upgrade hoppers with brass wire. Drop grab or straight grab? It depends on the prototype. I've been doing it since the Kato and Bowser 70 ton ACF covered hoppers first hit the market many years

Makes sense Tim. If I know I have the correct truck I usually find a another truck with a similar journal door and shave them off and add them on to the trucks I'm going to use. Bryian Sones Union Pac

Brian you may be right. I agree there are some strong similarities with the (Tahoe) Barber Lateral Motion Truck. There are two photos on the Sunshine data sheets for the U.P B-50-17 Rebuilt. The first

Arnold, I just took a look at my Sunshine Model kits of the U.P. B-50-17. The reference photos show them riding on what appears to be a Barber s1 freight truck. Just off the top of my head I believe t

Hi All, Not sure if they are still active on the list. If not, does anyone know how to get in touch with one of them? Thanks, Bryian Sones Union Pacific Prototype Modeler Murrieta CA.