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.
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The walkway after removing the Atlas battery boxes.
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The walkway with the new battery boxes and cab.
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Looking good. Very few people go to the trouble to modify the fuel tanks... nice job! Also, welcome to the JREB boards! Dan
Welcome. You will find this one of if not the best site on the web.
Like that ya went with the Small tank like Dan said its a rarity ! And also welcome , hope to see more of this project
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.
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
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 (http://southernmodeler.info/Modeler%27s.htm)
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 (http://southernmodeler.info/Modeler%27s.htm)
Excellent! Thank you. Dan
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.
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Wow, your sound an awesome job ! Can't wait to see the end result ! Very nice
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
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.
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? :P
All I got is an extra GP38/GP40 2600/2800 gallon fuel tank Athearn BB frame. DE Dan
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.
What are ya needing ?
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.
You still needing that Atlas 38 frame? I've got one if ya want it.
Chris
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.
I'm still looking for a frame. So this unit is on hold for now. :'(
William I shipped it today. Check yer ol inbox on here.
Chris
How's that 38 coming along?
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.
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.
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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.
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I got some work done on my air filters today. I've had previous experiences with them getting knocked off with any sort of handling. I thought about it and I've came up with a solution that works for me. All that is needed is a #77 drill bit, .015 brass wire, and your air filters. My wire is from Titchy, and my Filters are Details West. First look to see exactly where the filters are mounted on your prototype and mark it under the walkway. Next drill a #77 hole in each mark. My filters are DW-139. First trim the flash and smooth both tops of the filters. Next drill a #77 hole in the tops of both in the center of the larger filter. The smaller filter hole will be slightly off set towards the back (I forgot to take a picture of this step). Next I trimmed down the wire sticking out of the bottom of the walk way and glued the filters into place. All that is left is to run the air lines with .015 brass wire.
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