I have the two-pack to start on now that I have the four-pack finished.
The Baggage Car needed a little repair. The end door was loose in the car. I found the door and the top eyelet hinge and was able to push the pieces back in place. The door spring was not in the box. I hope Lionel has this part available.
One window has excess glue residue on the glass. I also painted part of the tank undercarriage parts that where not completely sprayed painted black at the factory. I put new Steel 3/16" E-clips on this car, replacing the silver Lionel Clips for the trucks.
Detailing the Baggage Car: I painted the black floor a wet mix of Testors Sand, Insignia Yellow, Dark Earth and Red Earth. Using the same 3/8" wide paint brush, I drag the brush across the floor to simulate wood flooring. I add very little yellow to make the colors stand out as I continue to alternate the wet colors.
I put less Freight in this car than I planned because of the small windows and issues with the car. I used the Woodland Scenics Misc. Freight (A2766) and Bicycle Buddies (A2752) packs.
The freight in the car is visible as it passes by, especially the taller crates. The camera was not able to capture all that the human eye can see. (Poor Camera or Poor Photographer?)
Sincerely, John Rowlen
