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Description:
Lowering the car body for more realism.
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Items Needed:
-ConCor AutoRack
-Micro Trains trucks
-Micro Trains body mount couplers.
Steps:
-Remove trucks, Roof, and internal weights
-Cut underframe for wheel clearance. Check for rotation.
-Trim underframe main beam for rail clearance.
-Drill hole for body coupler mount and coupler pivot point.
-Install body mount coupler without the box cover.
-Install new trucks (thinner for more rotation).
-Glue in weights and install roof.
Remaining Issues:
-Couple height differences.
Further Plans:
-Convert to tri-level units (Replace car doors and alter steps).
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