Hi Bob and Bob W.--- I did the written review of that caboose for the “S Gaugian”. Unfortunately, Don wanted black and white photos and although I went through two rolls of film, I could not get good photos produced by our rather crappy photo store, so he substituted someone else’s caboose, in color.
I did quite a few things different from the original kit in order to make it look better and fit better. All I used to assemble it was the medium viscosity instant glue which has held up for, what?, maybe 20 years with a lot of run time plus a move to AZ. It is still awaiting paint, as I only recently decided what colors I am using on my cabooses. Photo attached of the SU ATSF caboose against a SWM brass version. The loose running board is a consequence of my only barely gluing them down because they are coming off while the caboose is painted, then reapplied. In answer to Bob W.’s question about the Plano/DPH etched running boards, I have found the medium viscosity instant glue to be adequate, and less likely to clog up the etching. Charlie Weston also makes brass corner grabs to fit the lateral walks which are the cat’s butt, and the perfect compliment to the improved walkways. I don’t remember any “extra” parts in the package from either Plano or DPH, just the lateral walk frame and the brake platform. Have fun! Bill Winans --------------------------- Back in the late 80's I had a cast resin caboose kit by S cenery Unlimited. it was a really nice kit and I am not sure if it is still in production. it consisted of 2sides 2 ends and the cupola consisted of 2 sides and 2 ends plus the roof for each. I "tack glued it with acc then when each "box" was assembled and before installing the roof of each I solid glued each corner joint with 30 minute epoxy and let it set overnight. When the epoxy had fully cured I then added the roof of the cupola and the main roof then masked and painted it. Turned out pretty good. Bob Lampe --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
