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Hello......this is on my workbench..........it`s a Jet Train.......these are pictures of what I kinda want to build.........but, with my own twist on it........I am starting with a AMT The General Steam Locomotive........and  parts from my parts box.......thanks for looking

 

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Interesting for sure. LEGO makes a pilot (cow catcher) that might be a better choice.....smaller than the General pilot. Check Brick Owl or ebay for it alone. (so you don't have to buy a set)

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Hello......thanks guys for the interest in this build and for the kind comments.......I really do appreciate them:).........I started with a quick mock-up for a focal point before the storm......after cutting a few parts and modifying the Cow Catcher and Cab.......I think I got the basic look and stance that I want.......I will make the skins today.......thanks for looking

 

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I like the way you think !!!,and knowing you ,it will be a  mighty fine build!!!!This build is going to be off the rails!!

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Man, I wasn't sure about the stance when I was studying the first picture. Things look mighty nice in the rest of them though. Looking spot on.

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Just heard the other day that K.C. Jones lost both of those cars to a trailer fire and will most likely retire. He always put on a great show.:(

WF

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John, another great one on the bench. I'm sure you have a jet engine in mind, but just in case I've got a couple of these laying around I could send you. Let me know. I can't wait to see how this one turns out.

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3 hours ago, 6bblbird said:

Just heard the other day that K.C. Jones lost both of those cars to a trailer fire and will most likely retire. He always put on a great show.:(

WF

Actually it was worse than just a trailer fire. It was a shop fire and lost race cars, trailer, toter home and equipment inside shop. It happened last October. And you are correct he is not rebuilding the dragsters. He does have a wheelstander that he says he is going to run on a limited schedule.

John the mock up looks awesome, can't wait to see the next installment of your build

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10 hours ago, tbusch said:

Actually it was worse than just a trailer fire. It was a shop fire and lost race cars, trailer, toter home and equipment inside shop. It happened last October. And you are correct he is not rebuilding the dragsters. He does have a wheelstander that he says he is going to run on a limited schedule.

John the mock up looks awesome, can't wait to see the next installment of your build

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That`s a shame........so saddened by this news

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11 hours ago, Jimmy Wilson said:

John, another great one on the bench. I'm sure you have a jet engine in mind, but just in case I've got a couple of these laying around I could send you. Let me know. I can't wait to see how this one turns out.

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Hi Jimmy.......that`s exactly what I am using for this build........My friend Bob Romero gave me a a couple of engines last year......thanks for the offer.......BTW how much would you want for a kit?.......I`m planing on another Jet Engine Project in the future........thanks

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Hello.......thanks guys so very much for the kind comments.......I really do appreciate them:)........I modified the Train part of the body........and made the tins for the front of the body.......I still need to modify the side windows for the cab......thanks for looking

 

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John... Great Update, you sure don't disappoint that's for sure. There you go working at your Teresi Speed yet again. That body sure has come together. Nice Job Brother!

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Hello........hey Chris,thanks for checking in:)........I added a few panels to front 1/2 ........I also modified a light and stack for the train........I used a Anakin PodRacer to power the Jet Train that my buddy Bob Romero: AKA "Back Seat Bob" gave me.......thanks Bob!!!! .......I had to modify it to fit and made a cradle for it......I will start on the rear and front suspention next.......thanks for looking

 

 

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