Changing a simple coach

[ocalicreek]

Looks like a good method for building up the complex curves on the ends of these beautiful old cars. Another idea, although perhaps a bit late for your work now, is to use a form guide to match ends. What I mean is, one of those tools with all the stiff metal wires gathered together like a comb, where the wires are pressed against a surface in order to take an impression of the shape. I think the original use is for moulding and edging, but any complex surface will work. The wires are stiff enough to allow you to trace the shape on a surface then cut that to use as a guide.

I've got another NorthEastern wood coach kit to build someday. Carving and building up the roof ends from their solid strip of wood was tricky, but rewarding. I'm still not 100% satisfied with the job I did on the combine so at some point I may be referring back to this thread for thoughts/advice.

Galen