Does anyone have info on what material a particular hatch type on a covered hopper is made of, and how to identify such hatch covers from each other.  From what I understand there are both fiberglass and stamped steel covers.  I'm interested to know because it would make for an interesting weathering feature.  Fiberglass hatches would not rust, but stamped steel ones would.  Also when did they start applying fiberglass hatch covers?

Thanks for any info.

Hello all,

I'd like to replace the fans on my P2K SD9 and GP9's but I'm having trouble knowing which ones would be appropriate. I do' not see a correct replacement from Canon and company listed. Which 36 and 48 would work for mid 70's GRIP program 9E/R's?

Also referencing the picture in the link below there is an odd flat top 36" fan on the rear of this GP9. What would be appropriate?

Saw something cool this morning that I wish I could have gotten a picture of. Several black Corn Syrup tank cars in a yard near my home had frost on the top of the cars. The top and just a foot or so down the sides. Looked really cool, the white frost on the black cars. It'll be gone soon but maybe tomorrow or the next day I can catch a shot.

All

I seem to remember reading somewhere that sometimes railroads will abandon a spur track but leave the track in place. They just remove the switch. I want to model that on my new layout so I need some pictures. Anyone have any idea where I might be able to locate such photos?

Thanks and Happy New Year to one and all.

John