Here's a simple gondola load project that is easy to do and costs little..
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I started this project by purchasing N.J. International HO 6104 Crane Boom Sections there's three in a pack.
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Step one is to add scale 4x4" lumber on one side



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Step Two add cross members-like real life it doesn't have to be perfect.




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Step three would be to add banding-I prefer black 1/16th chart tape.I haven't reach that step yet since I'm out of tape.


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When finish my loads will be used in 3 Walthers 65' mill gons and will look like this but,with banding..




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You could paint the booms but,in my case the receiver(a heavy equipment dealer/rebuilder-a transload track customer) paints the boom as per their customer's order.

Quick, simple, and an excellent load for that car.

For me, lately, a "one evening project" is "half of a detail to be added to the ongoing major construction"

Good to see something so useful, and eye catching, that only takes a short time to do.

Larry,

That is a great idea for a special load. It will add a lot of interest to a train.
Charlie

I like it! Didn't "One evening project" used to be a feature in Model Railroader?

Ralph Wrote:I like it! Didn't "One evening project" used to be a feature in Model Railroader?

Busted!

IIRC Yes, back in the 50/60s maybe into the 70s.

I like cheap easy open-car projects, nice work

Brakie Wrote:

Ralph Wrote:I like it! Didn't "One evening project" used to be a feature in Model Railroader?

Busted!

IIRC Yes, back in the 50/60s maybe into the 70s.

I thought the phrase sounded familiar....
Our ages are showing....

Guys,
NICE loaded on that gondola! First off!

Then my next question is what did you use for the boom to make the steel webbing? Is it for the most part a kit of some sort? Who made it as thats a REALLY good idea even for a flat car, that would look AWESOME!

NICE work!

Is it for the most part a kit of some sort?
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N.J.International sells them..The booms are prebuilt and comes 3 in a package for $9.99.

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These booms will fit a 50,53 or 60 foot flat car..

Thanks for posting that Larry! I appreciate it and will be looking to spend a few on getting a pack of them! As they do make good looking car loads.....

Wonder if there might be a way to use a section to make a boom longer on an actual crane?