The bolster is milled to the proper height.-I did this one by trial and error. For newer MT boxcars, you should remove 0.5 mm.
... and in comperisation with an original model (right). The different ladders are not changed, these are models variations, made by ATLAS.
Viewing on underside ...
The model in its final condition with a small waethering
View from an other angle
Also truss rods are added and completed
Preparing the truss rods, made in the own "shops"
View from the other side
Brake is mounted to underbody
Brake is completed off the modell, all connections are flexible!
Queen posts and brake cylinder are added
Wood strips for a new and correct wood frame
... and checked with new Kadee trucks and Kadee couplers
All frame parts are removed and base for a 3-point equilzation is set ...
The original Atlas model ...
