As you can see, the three locomotive project has been called complete. The start date on this was February 16th, 2023. Completion date: August 21st, 2023. This averages about two months per locomotive. If there was less procrastination, the time would have been less. From left to right we have 2-8-0 GM&O #2994, 4-4-0 Gulf, Mobile and Northern #33, and 2-8-0 GM&O #2998. The two consolidations have “The Alton Route” slogans on both sides of the tenders. #33 American was inspired by pics and information on Hawkinsrails.net. Gulf, Mobile & Northern was one of the older railroads that became part of the GM&O. A number of new techniques were used on this project. Overall, these were successful. A more distant focal length on the camera was used to hide the many “warts” that seem to pop up with close-ups. I like the improved roof lines, crisper tender lines and laser cut cab sides I had previously mentioned. There are some alignment flaws that may not be visible to us regular humans. Also, in the rear of the line-up is the old Mogul (jealous, not doubt). omscaler is still pondering the next project. Also, a module extension has been prepared to use. The legs of the module table were extended about five inches. The module top measures thirty inches by sixty inches. This will expand the layout possibilities in the future. The next two building projects will be the Union City passenger depot and the William Hull house of Murphysboro. Stuff to do galore! Staying cool and prepping up, omscaler
