Conversion of a Bachmann 64xx to 74xx

[Blobrick]

 

Does anyone know of, or could recommend someone to undertake the conversion of a Bachmann class 64xx pannier into a 74xx please?

I have an early emblem example of a 64xx that requires these modifications, any help or guidance would be much appreciated.

 

 

TIA

Bob C

Edited November 21, 2022 by Blobrick

[Hal Nail]

 

[Blobrick]

5 hours ago, Hal Nail said:

 

Many Thanks for the link, Hal Nail. I had come to the same conclusion with regard to the work involved. To be honest l m not confident of my abilities in the surgery required to correct the cab/bunker for the 7xx, hence why l asked if any members knew of someone that could help?

 

Thanks again

 

Bob C 

[PMP]

@BlobrickI can do the conversion for you, including front tank stays if you’re wanting a late version. It’ll be at a commercial rate, if you’re interested send me a pm with the details of what you’re after and we can go from there.

brgds

[gwrrob]

57 minutes ago, PMP said:

@BlobrickI can do the conversion for you, including front tank stays if you’re wanting a late version. It’ll be at a commercial rate, if you’re interested send me a pm with the details of what you’re after and we can go from there.

brgds

 

Does your services include the removal of the top feed and pipework on certain examples @PMP

[PMP]

2 hours ago, gwrrob said:

 

Does your services include the removal of the top feed and pipework on certain examples @PMP

 

Hi Robin, I can do the top feed removal on these and 57xx varieties. They are very labour intensive though to get a clean finish, paint blend/repaint, and straightening handrails.

 

Brgds pmp

[gwrrob]

9 hours ago, PMP said:

 

Hi Robin, I can do the top feed removal on these and 57xx varieties. They are very labour intensive though to get a clean finish, paint blend/repaint, and straightening handrails.

 

Brgds pmp

 

That's interesting as I've always fancied Newton Abbot's 7422 in wartime GWR black as seen in the Pannier Papers. I know Bachmann sell the bodies from their spares department.