Thanks Mike and Pat!
I kept this a simple DC operation, at least for now. Once I build the "real" layout I'll probably add DCC and maybe sound. The Sunset/3rd Rail SD40-2s I have on order will get me motivated.
The stripes and chevrons are Virnex #9151, 7/64" white. The other decals were based on artwork I had made for my GP15s years ago, printed on white inkjet decal paper and sealed with clear gloss. The hood numbers were a pain as I had to trim those by hand with a #11 X-Acto. I noticed that one of the "7"s was too short on its top line, so that has been extended another 2mm. There is a very thin white edge on the cab decals, which I may touch up. I tried using a matching blue Sharpie on the edges before soaking the decals, but that didn't work. To avoid the white edge, I could have done what I did on my GP15s. For those I printed the cab logos on clear decal paper, which went over a slightly smaller white background, eliminating the white edge.
Have a good week!
Tim
