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PRR Atlantic (converting from B&O markings)

I have decided to try to convert my legacy Atlantic from B&O markings to a PRR E6 Atlantic.  With the new Atlantics starting to show up, including I believe a PRR in 460 with keystone plate, and a 68, the topic is apropos!

I removed the decals (or is it paint?) using CRC Lectra-Motive to start and then buffing them away with a dremel buffing wheel.

I was surprised and kind of excited about how well it worked. It did not remove the black paint.  While there are faint shadows of the letters I think they won't be noticeable after the new lettering is applied and over coated.  

The other effect of the buffing is that the area is now shiny  but I think that is more conducive to application of the new decals.

Before (note cab and dome):

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After:

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Last pose with B&O graffiti (I kid I kid 😛😂):

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I ordered a new boiler front from Lionel parts. It's the Legacy 460 with the round number plate.  I wanted to use the round plate and also just do the simple Pennsylvania letters on the tender without the pinstripes.  However, from looking at photos of the prototype, I am guessing that the keystone boiler front number plate was added at the same time the tender pinstripes were dropped.

Question 1: did PRR 460 ever exist with round plate and no pinstripes on tender? 

Question 2: did any PRR E6 Atlantics exist with round plate and no pinstripes on tender?  I am not really concerned with staying true to the exact life of the 460.

Stupidly though I also ordered another Lionel Atlantic boiler front with the Keystone plate, with number 68 (the TMCC version)  so I might just use this one if it will fit.

I suppose the 460 keystone plate might become available in lionel parts soon when the newest legacy version arises seemingly soon. But I don't care about the specific number.

I also ordered microscale PRR steam decals.  Question 3 would be does anyone have any tips for applying these? I am pretty apprehensive about this. 

Question 4: are there any O scale PRR steam stencils available to paint the lettering with an airbrush etc?  I noticed that the Pennsylvania lettering is going to go right across the horizontal line of rivets on the tender which I am guessing could be trouble with decals. Again any tips greatly appreciated.

Long post, l know, with many questions.  I hope some of you enjoy this project with me!  I've never done this.  Wish me luck! 

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