True, the Kinsman kits are very basic and "generic" in the one-size-fits-all sense and the detail level. They do not account for differences between prototypes in those aspects, but provide a platform for differing artwork on the car sides. In that regard, any capable craftsman with a table saw and/or router should be able to produce the parts needed to make a true-to-scale model of the same construction. However, the kits DO include cast bolsters, end beams, queenposts, brake cylinders, etc. which would have to be obtained elsewhere. True, these parts can be scrounged up from various sources, but having them all present in one kit is an (albeit small) advantage. Of course, in these modern days of high tech, all one needs is Google SketchUp (or any other 3D drafting program) and an account with a 3D printing company, and you can make details to the degree of detail you want, for any prototype, as long as you have the dimensional data. If someone wants the details on old-school car assembly, there were numerous articles in MR, RMC, the NMRA Bulletin, and probably in various S scale mags, telling how to make your own parts and assemble them. An article search from the Mobley Library should turn up several such articles. Also, dimensional details of specific cars are best obtained from specific car plans, not generic kit plans.
Darrell Smith --- In [email protected], "Rusty" <thebrassbasher@...> wrote: > > Based on the current activity on eBay there are several Kinsman and > Northeastern kits now selling in the $40 to $50 range! If a guy has a copy of > the plans in these kits he really doesn't need the kits! > J.Rustermier > ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: [email protected] [email protected] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [email protected] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
