09-02-2011, 02:40 PM
Ya know...that's not a bad idea!
I've also thought about using a GP frame and fuel tank from an Atlas engine. That would require modifying it to accept the LifeLike F40PH shell...but that should prove too hard to do. The fuel tank on this LifeLike engine doesn't even nearly match the one on the real F40PH...and I'm still on the hunt to change the LifeLike version out for one that looks better. Keeping the overall dimensions the same (or nearly so...this is Nscale and you won't be able to see the slight difference I'd guess) between the trucks and shell would be a prime consideration though. Plus, I'd get an engine with dcc installed (if I use one of mine now sitting on the shelf as the test case).
Just got word that my CSX decals, a/c units, and snow plows won't be in till Tuesday...arrgghhh.
I've also thought about using a GP frame and fuel tank from an Atlas engine. That would require modifying it to accept the LifeLike F40PH shell...but that should prove too hard to do. The fuel tank on this LifeLike engine doesn't even nearly match the one on the real F40PH...and I'm still on the hunt to change the LifeLike version out for one that looks better. Keeping the overall dimensions the same (or nearly so...this is Nscale and you won't be able to see the slight difference I'd guess) between the trucks and shell would be a prime consideration though. Plus, I'd get an engine with dcc installed (if I use one of mine now sitting on the shelf as the test case).
Just got word that my CSX decals, a/c units, and snow plows won't be in till Tuesday...arrgghhh.
Mark
Citation Latitude Captain
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Lt Colonel, USAF (Retired)
Citation Latitude Captain
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Lt Colonel, USAF (Retired)