Southern GP38

SOU91 · June 09, 2013, 07:09:30 PM

I'm building SOU GP38 number 2808A. I'm starting with an Atlas GP38 I got pretty cheap on Ebay ($45.00). I'm adding the typical Cannon and Co parts. I'm waiting for a #42 and a #44 drill bits for the classification lights and headlights. I'm also looking for an early GP38 dynamic brake part, with the oil bath filters.

Here is the modified fuel tank. It's 8 1/2 FT long and 1700 Gal.

The walkway after removing the Atlas battery boxes.

The walkway with the new battery boxes and cab.

NSMoWandS · June 09, 2013, 07:36:08 PM

Looking good. Very few people go to the trouble to modify the fuel tanks... nice job! Also, welcome to the JREB boards! Dan

thpbears · June 09, 2013, 09:04:28 PM

Welcome. You will find this one of if not the best site on the web.

Badhorse79 · June 09, 2013, 10:19:25 PM

Like that ya went with the Small tank like Dan said its a rarity ! And also welcome , hope to see more of this project

SOU91 · June 10, 2013, 04:48:57 AM

Thanks for the welcome guys. I have most of my parts for this unit. I'm just waiting for those two drill bits, windshield wipers and wind defectors. I like the smaller fuel tank. Mine was modified per Mr. Harpes instructions in his GP38 clinic.

NSMoWandS · June 10, 2013, 02:36:41 PM

Thanks for the info... I have a non-DB GP38-2 that was an old D&S unit with a 1600 gal fuel tank... however, I have never gotten around to shortening the tank... I will have to look that clinic up... as yours turn out very nice! Dan

SOU91 · June 10, 2013, 08:10:44 PM

Quote from: NSMoWandS on June 10, 2013, 02:36:41 PM
Thanks for the info... I have a non-DB GP38-2 that was an old D&S unit with a 1600 gal fuel tank... however, I have never gotten around to shortening the tank... I will have to look that clinic up... as yours turn out very nice! Dan

Here is a link to the GP38 clinic and a few others from Mr. Harpe.

http://southernmodeler.info/Modeler%27s.htm

NSMoWandS · June 10, 2013, 10:04:47 PM

Quote from: SOU91 on June 10, 2013, 08:10:44 PM
Quote from: NSMoWandS on June 10, 2013, 02:36:41 PM
Thanks for the info... I have a non-DB GP38-2 that was an old D&S unit with a 1600 gal fuel tank... however, I have never gotten around to shortening the tank... I will have to look that clinic up... as yours turn out very nice! Dan

Here is a link to the GP38 clinic and a few others from Mr. Harpe.

http://southernmodeler.info/Modeler%27s.htm

Excellent! Thank you. Dan

SOU91 · July 12, 2013, 06:12:03 PM

I had the day off for a doctors appointment, so afterwards I got some work done on my GP38.

I got my lift rings, antenna, long hood end and grab irons. I'm waiting for my high hood kit and I'm looking for an oil bath filter dynamic brake blister.

Badhorse79 · July 13, 2013, 10:05:52 AM

Wow, your sound an awesome job ! Can't wait to see the end result ! Very nice

NSMoWandS · July 13, 2013, 12:11:16 PM

Coming along nicely! Quick question... are you going to remove some of the rear grab irons when you do the paint and decals... or are you going to work around them? DE Dan

SOU91 · July 13, 2013, 01:23:47 PM

Thanks guys. ;D I'll work around them. I usually leave off the bottom on the left and the one on the right. I got a high hood kit this morning. It's drying waiting for the install this afternoon.

SOU91 · July 14, 2013, 07:57:00 PM

I got my short hood on today along with the grab irons. I've managed to misplace my chassis. Anybody got any frame building tips?

NSMoWandS · July 14, 2013, 08:57:21 PM

All I got is an extra GP38/GP40 2600/2800 gallon fuel tank Athearn BB frame. DE Dan

SOU91 · July 14, 2013, 09:16:57 PM

Quote from: NSMoWandS on July 14, 2013, 08:57:21 PM
All I got is an extra GP38/GP40 2600/2800 gallon fuel tank Athearn BB frame. DE Dan

Thanks for the offer Dan, I don't think that it would work with an Atlas body.

Badhorse79 · July 14, 2013, 09:56:08 PM

What are ya needing ?

SOU91 · July 15, 2013, 06:01:40 AM

Quote from: Badhorse79 on July 14, 2013, 09:56:08 PM
What are ya needing ?

An Atlas GP38 frame. If I can't find mine or locate one I'll probably have to build one. I've wanted to build my own frames for a while now any way.

CAGY 2777 · July 26, 2013, 10:17:46 PM

You still needing that Atlas 38 frame? I've got one if ya want it.

Chris

SOU91 · July 27, 2013, 07:04:01 PM

Quote from: CAGY 2777 on July 26, 2013, 10:17:46 PM
You still needing that Atlas 38 frame? I've got one if ya want it.

Chris

Yes, I've never found mine. Check your private messages.

SOU91 · September 17, 2013, 09:18:53 PM

I'm still looking for a frame. So this unit is on hold for now. :'(

CAGY 2777 · September 27, 2013, 06:53:59 PM

William I shipped it today. Check yer ol inbox on here.

Chris

CAGY 2777 · November 16, 2013, 10:43:46 PM

How's that 38 coming along?

SOU91 · November 17, 2013, 02:11:17 PM

Quote from: CAGY 2777 on November 16, 2013, 10:43:46 PM
How's that 38 coming along?

It's on hold, I'm waiting for some back ordered parts. Hopefully they will be here by Friday. I'm also getting ready to send the frame I got from you to get it milled around the fuel tank area so my 1,700 Gallon tank will fit properly.

SOU91 · November 22, 2013, 04:07:43 PM

I got some work done on the dynamic brake parts. I'm modifying the air filter per the prototype. I cut off the Atlas air filter and used a .030 piece of styrene and shaped it. Then added a "locator" tab also .030 styrene.

SOU91 · November 22, 2013, 08:11:09 PM

I've got the entire air filter built. The next task is filling the few seems and making the door for it.

If anyone wants them I've got my measurements written down.