@David Nissen posted:Work Has begun. I have unbolted the ends and unsoldered the sides. The base is not much to look at so I probably make a new base. the sides have a stiffening piece soldered to the top of the sides but it is not straight so it will probably come off. The sides and ends look to be in good shape.
Steps look like they will be a good 3D printing project. Trolley poles will need to be purchased or maybe another project.
Toss the base into the waste can; not original to these kits. Wood was the norm. You could go with wood or styrene to isolate electrical issues. Make sure you account for the steps in the creation of a replacement floor.
Proper steps you might be able to get from Q-Car along with all the rest of the missing details and underbody, and correct couplers. Poles are available - check out Jason's Brass poles. You can get them in kit form from PSC if you like pain and suffering.
Drive is a different problem - 2 rail - either Q-Car from whom you might also get it with proper sideframes. Other options might include Dylan Lambert's drive which might also be available 2 or 3 rail.
