07-05-2012, 06:03 AM
Thanks guys.
I think my thinking for the semi gloss is the fact that most locomotives I've seen have some sort of gloss to the paint. However, since I model 1950 or so on a secondary line, the locos would not be very shiny at all. Plus, the flat over the gloss isn't as flat as I thought it might be which is good. I'm pleased with the results of this project so far. It doesn't scream MANTUA to me anymore. I just wish I could find a drop in replacement for the current pilot. That beluga whale forehead just doesn't look very realistic to me.
Now I just hope it runs okay with the motor I purchased. At the time I purchased the rebuild parts, I didn't have very much money and didn't spring for the Helix Humper. I just bought a direct replacement Mabuchi can motor. Oh well, it will be better than what it had before.
Thanks again for the compliments. It means a lot coming from anyone on this forum!
I think my thinking for the semi gloss is the fact that most locomotives I've seen have some sort of gloss to the paint. However, since I model 1950 or so on a secondary line, the locos would not be very shiny at all. Plus, the flat over the gloss isn't as flat as I thought it might be which is good. I'm pleased with the results of this project so far. It doesn't scream MANTUA to me anymore. I just wish I could find a drop in replacement for the current pilot. That beluga whale forehead just doesn't look very realistic to me.
Now I just hope it runs okay with the motor I purchased. At the time I purchased the rebuild parts, I didn't have very much money and didn't spring for the Helix Humper. I just bought a direct replacement Mabuchi can motor. Oh well, it will be better than what it had before.
Thanks again for the compliments. It means a lot coming from anyone on this forum!
Corey