Walther's Speeder Shed and Speeder

I actually just glued mine (in a temporary fashion) to the small set of tracks provided with the set. I thought about weathering the speeder for realism but then realized that I would then be inclined to weather all of engines and rolling stock and I really don't want to get in to that. So, I have just let it be as it is... I have entertained no thoughts of making it "railworthy" or operational in any sense. It (the speeder) just does not have enough substance to warrant such attention. (my opinion of course) The building and shed are OK and fit nicely on my layout. The building could use a much stronger light I think.

Putting O-27 wheels on a static model that has flanges 20 times larger than scale would make it more realistic????  I have the same set....bought at Hobby Lobby when they dumped the trains....for what I paid it is FANTASTIC. And if the Speeder had O-27 flanges I'd be looking for scale wheels. If you just have to have toy wheels look for some from the K-Line Speeder.

Michael and AMCDave, 

Thank you for your replys.  I think you both feel the speeder and shed are what they are and that you both are content to leave well enough alone.  I soon may join you!  I realize I'm probably trying to make 'a silk purse out of a sow's ear', as some folks say.

Anyway, I appreciate your responce by sharing your thoughts.

Frank

As for the speeder, detail can really be increased by painting the wheels black and installing window glass. 

I feel the speeder is best left as a static model. There are others out there that make a better platform for a rolling display.

Regardless, here is my shed and speeder. I installed some glass, painted, decaled and weathered the speeder. For the shed I added a "welding light" module and some extra details and workers.

Donald

Donald....that looks great!!  Thanks so much for the pictures.  I am like my friend Frank...I bought a couple of these and want to make them more realistic.  You have given me a great idea!

Thanks,

Alan

3 Rail2...where did you get that outside oil tank?

Donald...great treatments you have given your speeder and shead.

Alex...good ideas from you too.

Alan...I know whatever you do to your speeder and shed...they will look great!!!

Thanks, All.

Hi Michael.

That outside oil tank is a white metal kit by Berkshire Valley. He is the guy who makes a lot of detail parts for O Gauge (and scale).

Donald