American Flyer Diesel Switcher - Plastic Shell

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I have an American Flyer diesel switcher that my parents bought for me way back in 1957.

All these years later, I have pulled it out of storage and got it running again.

But, the rear platform is broken off and missing. So are the front stairs on one side.

I would like to restore this missing pieces, but I wonder what type of plastic it is made of and what type of plastic would be suitable for restoration purposes. It is probably not styrene plastic, but I cannot say for sure. Can anyone help me?

Also, what type of glue or cement would I use to bond the new pieces to the original shell?

Thanks

Rich

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Crazy glue will work. I’ve used it many times.Jim

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Thanks, Jim. Crazy glue, it will be.

Do you use styrene plastic to rebuild missing pieces or some other type of plastic?

Rich