John,
Got to admit I like doing my own Tin Restoration also. However the new Blue Comet 2817 Caboose arrived today so we put her on the Tracks with the rest of the 817's. Got to admit I am glad Chis posted pictures of his, it is a great piece of Tin Plate Caboose.
PCRR/Dave
Fits right in with all the old 817's, seriously great Blue & Black Paint and nice lighting also.