03-27-2010, 03:02 PM
Galen, I was always under the impression that these cars were truly convertible, at least if the buyer chose to purchase the "deluxe" version. In other words, either a hopper-style bottom with removeable panels to cover the hopper area (making a flat-bottom car) with side doors or a drop-bottom car, also fitted with side doors, for use with the Lidgerwood car.
Wayne
Wayne