Think think this one was started on the old RMWeb, so a bit of a recap:

The aim is to produce an accurate model of 37667 in its condition from around 2004, starting with a Bachmann 37411 the work involves:

Phase 1:

• Fitting new buffers using Hornby parts
• Renumber to 667 and fit Shawplan nameplates
• Rebuild the headcode boxes with the correct type for the loco, add the brackets above the headcode box, add the large dent at one end and fill the hole from the old ETH socket.
• Other details - lamp irons, pipework, break bits etc

Phase 2:

• New roof grill
• Rebuild underframe
• New nose grills (to the correct design)
• fit Hurst Models sandite port
• Anything else Shawplan bring out when they finally do the nose grills.

The 2nd phase is all being left until all parts are available, given that I expect to have to mix paint to get a match with Bachmann's colour (and hence want to do it all at once).

So far I have completed the modifications to the ends which are now awaiting spraying yellow (they will have the black headcode box plates fitted after painting), and have finished the renumber. The new buffers are now fitted, so all that remains is the minor detailing, and waiting for parts to enable phase 2. The Hurst part is unable to be ordered until they get more items I require in stock so that I can make an order, and the other grills I keep pestering Brian about whenever I see him!