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Bob2,

Glad it was a simple fix. Knowing what to look for and what to do when you find it are keys to making steam locomotives run well. Yes, the AN engines are robust but they don’t build themselves. I put too much faith in the “self quartering” keyed drivers. I’ve learned a few more “tricks”. Thanks. Best wishes

Lee Gustafson

It's hard to think it's been almost a year since I posted an update on this project, but I'm finally back at it. Since I last posted, I've done a ton of work to add a lot more detail than it used to have, and over time, I've gained the skill to tackle jobs on it that I wouldn't have attempted before. My goal with the project now is to detail it as nicely as I can while staying true to what a hobbyist in the 40s could have done. The only modern detail part I've added is the coal pusher, which I'd like to replace with something more authentic if possible.

In this first picture you can see many of the new pipes I've added - due to difficulties soldering to the boiler, they're all mounted using 0-80 screws.

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I wasn't happy with the generic GMC air compressor, so I cut off the intake filter and mounted it under the running board and added a small pipe connecting the two.

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As for the cab, I've since cut off the rear corners of the roof, added a cab apron (is that the right term?) between the engine and tender, and soldered toe boards, a window sill, and fillers for the gaps on the front.

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While it may not look like much, I scratch built this little toolbox out of brass stock - it's the first fully scratch built part I've made. A year ago I wouldn't have even considered tackling it, but now after a lot of practice working with brass, I'm really happy with how it turned out.

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