For those who like to 'bash' their Big Hauler locomotives into something else, then over the coming winter months (southern hemisphere), I have decided to do several bashes on Bachmann locomotives that I acquired for the purpose. All models will be freelance (remember that the ETW&NC/Tweetsie is the only prototype loco that the Big Hauler is based on, all other roadnames are ficticious for the loco in question).
The models being built are as follows -
4-4-4-0 superheated simple articulated mallet
2 off mastodons (4-8-0), each with a different body style
4-6-2 pacific
4-6-0 ten-wheeler
4-4-2 Atlantic
4-4-0 modernised American
These projects are well inhand, with chassis built and body mods commenced. Remember that these are all freelance, narrow-gauge models. Those interested could visit mylargescale.com forum and check under the 'Model Making' forum section. Do a search under my name, as in my posting name or under 'Bachmann'. I have also some several more bashes on existing Bachmann locomotives to more represent the prototype.
The Bachmann loco is extremely easy to 'bash' and very user friendly as regards glue compatibility and ease of working/modifying. I use only latest model spectrum Anniversary pieces, but the timid amongst you could start with the easily available (cheaper) earlier model Big Haulers to start your bashes. The Bachmann loco is a very rewarding basis to get involved. Everyone of my locomotive bashes has a family look, but each is unique.
The models being built are as follows -
4-4-4-0 superheated simple articulated mallet
2 off mastodons (4-8-0), each with a different body style
4-6-2 pacific
4-6-0 ten-wheeler
4-4-2 Atlantic
4-4-0 modernised American
These projects are well inhand, with chassis built and body mods commenced. Remember that these are all freelance, narrow-gauge models. Those interested could visit mylargescale.com forum and check under the 'Model Making' forum section. Do a search under my name, as in my posting name or under 'Bachmann'. I have also some several more bashes on existing Bachmann locomotives to more represent the prototype.
The Bachmann loco is extremely easy to 'bash' and very user friendly as regards glue compatibility and ease of working/modifying. I use only latest model spectrum Anniversary pieces, but the timid amongst you could start with the easily available (cheaper) earlier model Big Haulers to start your bashes. The Bachmann loco is a very rewarding basis to get involved. Everyone of my locomotive bashes has a family look, but each is unique.
