Weekly Fotos Fun, 03-11 Dec, 2010


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I picked up an older Pentrex VHS recently called Michigan Ore Lines, I knew a little about the LS&I before watching the video but afterwords, my interest was piqued. Though gone now, the LS&I had a number of second hand BN U30Cs. I always liked the BN colors and had some old BB U30Cs lying around, they don't fit my era or area so it was an easy decision to convert them. I have two more left, one will be a clean green running example, the other will be one of the Detroit Edison engines they acquired for parts and ended up leasing out for some extra cash.

Here's the original...
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And here is my version...
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I also finished the second of two acquisitions from the Tankist roster. Here she is in her original finish on the left...
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This is what she looks like now...
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Needs an antenna and front number boards but she's 98% there, this was my first attempt at a full paint job.
 
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LOW TRAC said:
I picked up an older Pentrex VHS recently called Michigan Ore Lines, I knew a little about the LS&I before watching the video but afterwords, my interest was piqued. Though gone now, the LS&I had a number of second hand BN U30Cs. I always liked the BN colors and had some old BB U30Cs lying around, they don't fit my era or area so it was an easy decision to convert them. I have two more left, one will be a clean green running example, the other will be one of the Detroit Edison engines they acquired for parts and ended up leasing out for some extra cash.

Here's the original...
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And here is my version...
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Amazing work! Thanks for posting! I grew up in the area, and saw the LS&I MANY MANY times. The C30-7's still run, on occasion, I think there's 3 U30C's on property, stored. Those CEFX AC4400's do the job quite well.

I've always wanted to model a U30C and C30-7 for LS&I.
 
Gary,

That diner is looking mighty fine! I think I have one of those tucked away somewhere -- and seeing how your interior is coming along gives me a guide on what to (try to) do with mine.

As your work proceeds, I'd love to see more of your pictures!

Regards,
Tom Stockton
 
Thanks Tom and Karl....A jukebox is a great idea....I will be on the lookout for one....I did put a 55 Chevy Bel Air on the roof....Here's a few more pic's.

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LOL's at Jeff "Don't worry I will be messing it up soon"

Didn't take you very long. Awesome weathering job Jeff, looks dirty!

This one's for Ken (LotoQuestions), hehehehe....;)

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