Why wash it.......

Model Railroader General Discussion (Model Railroader)
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…when it’s gonna get repainted anyways. Here’s my first real attempt at weathering. I got a little carried away but I’m happy with it. Nothing better to do with a UP engine [:D][B)]. Input and creative suggestions are welcomed.

Thanks,
Jeremy

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Looking good![:D][:D]

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You could always claim it’s been the victim an accident. Personally I think it looks pretty cool. I also have to smile when I see the Rock Island patch on a UP. If I had the guts I’d do something similar to my UP’s. I wonder what a NS patch would look like… Anyway nice work, you’re definately further along than I am.

Jesse

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nice start…If the body had gotten that dirty then the trucks would have been much worse.

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Jeremy,

I like it much, anything but that UP hearld…

But I do agree with the above post, I’d add some weathering to the trucks. Add some spray to the fuel tank, and on each end of the engine, if you run alot of MU’s, where the plow would be in a strait steak, as if it were spit up by an engine in front of it.

Noah

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Thanks for the suggestions. I did try to weather the trucks and tank with the chaulks but it didn’t stay. I’ll experiment with some paint after I try blending the shell some. thanks for the suggestions.

Jeremy

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Jeremy,
I like it a lot. The “rock” emblem looks good on it. I do agree that the trucks and tank need a bit more, but it’s looking good so far.
Nice job,
Tom Watkins

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Jeremy. You did spray with dullcote after you chalked it right? Otherwise the chalks come right off when you touch them. But its looking great.

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forgot to mention: Im thinking CSX patch on one of those big yellows.[:D]

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I’ve been using chalks for so many years and can assure you that they don’t come off that easily. First of all work them on and in very thouroughly and then and that’s important never touch the weathered parts with your bare (and sticky) fingers but use the cheap cotton gloves that are sold in pharmacies. If you use the gloves when applying chalk they get pretty dirty and that’s good because when you use them handling your rolling stock no touchmarks are visible.