Lost Cause
The last two-axle, vintage railcar of the DR, 186 257-2,
Trix VT75 acquired as a lost cause, can it be saved?
More information about the prototype can be FOUND HERE
Ton Jongen at trixexpress@hetnet.nl can provide most parts and accepts PayPal
First task, assess the problem.
Release the body by easing the sides near the two tabs on either side
I am using Isopropyl Alcohol and a cotton bud to remove the dirt, it appears to be working but it is mucky.
This is going to be a long and tedious job.
Getting the roof details right is going to be a challenge.
Some bits have arrived, test fitting the radiators.
The chunk of plastic has been replaced using Tamiya thin solvent and the pipework to the radiators has been refitted.
Repairing the ends.
They really took a beating, 060" plasticard filled the holes, a thin wire loop is needed and it will be super fiddly.
The Ep2 DRG logo has been removed, the body needs another clean with IPA to remove any residue before the minimal touch-up of the roof and ends.
However, rather than a full restoration to 'new' maybe the model should be simply repaired, tested, scratches touched-up and its scars left alone as a tribute to the quality of 'old school' Trix.
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