39. Marking the top of the fuel tank on the frame.
I found the Proto 2000 model did not look right in the area
above the fuel tank and below the side sills. Too much of this
space was filled with metal, there was no representation of the
prototype’s I-beam frame, and the top of the fuel tank did not
extend in toward the frame far enough. I chose to modify the
frame to fix these problems. The same steps can also be ap-
plied to Atlas frames from their HO scale GP38, 40, and 40-2
series models. I did my modifications with a standard hacksaw
and motor tool (Dremel is the most common brand), but if you
have access to a milling machine, it may make things a lot easi-
er. When using hand or power tools, remember to wear appro-
priate protective equipment. Tools can easily slip and cut your
hand; motor tools are guaranteed to throw stuff into your eyes
if you are not wearing safety glasses.
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