Jon:
I think you did the smart thing by buying the right style caboose and having it painted and decals applied. I’ve had to go the same route twice myself, once to have a Lackawanna caboose and a second time for an NKP GP9. Fortunately, I have a highly skilled buddy who handles the custom paint, decals and detailing in return for lunch or a late breakfast at his favorite place. 👍
Curt