33
33: Wait until all of the glue joints and paint are dry
to add the trucks. Use a truck tuning tool to clear any
paint out of the wheel bearing. Then just attach the
trucks to the chassis.
"Shorty" Caboose - 13
34
34: Details make the difference in any project. Here a
brake valve and an extra air tank are attached. Kadee
#5 couplers have also been installed and the finished
trucks are mounted to the chassis. It is starting to look
like a caboose!
35
35: The next step is decaling, and it's another step that
calls for extra care. I spray a coat of Testors Gloss on
the entire model to ensure a smooth surface for the
decals to attach.
MRH-Jun 2013
