Mike DeBerg posted:While not ideal, these molded on raised bosses, if not workable (as you point out often turn out not to be unless you use one of the workarounds noted above for mounting Kadeee's in the existing holes) receive the grinder/cutter and I end up shimming the gearbox as appropriate to achieve the correct ride height. From there drill and tap for 2-56 holes.
Crazy thing, sometimes I end up cutting out entire sections of underframes, especially MTH and either completely rebuilding with Styrene or just styrene blocks. Not just for couplers but to mount trucks in correct loctions, adjust ride height, etc.
The most important thing I need to know first is what the correct spacing between box cars/reefers is. While I agree with HW that the protruding Kadee box is unsightly, I would tolerate it if 4’ spacing is correct. Like E and F units, I suspect that it may be as little as 3’ but I’m still checking on it. If anyone knows, please chime in. If in fact 3’ is correct, then the holes can be moved back .125” or 6 scale inches which just clears the bosses which may not have to be removed as they could provide support. Keeping the bosses intact also eliminates the need to shim an additional .050”. Sounds like you have a lot of experience with under-frame modifications.
Thanks for your response.
