GP40X needs TLC

[riss2509]

I picked up an Athearn RTR BNSF GP40X #3035 off of ebay about 1 month go. It had some minor issues with it such as loose fuel tank, and a couple of the sideframes need replacement. But, not described was a small dent, looks like from heat, about the width of a BIC pen to the engineers side walkway on the side and the top middle of the engine. Any ideas on repairing? Id hate to get rid of it cause I got it so cheap, and the motor and frame is good. I thought about tapping Athearn if they had any new bodies and been looking around on ebay for bodies for it. Any help would be appreciated!!

 

[UP2CSX]

I don't think you're going to be able to repair a defect that big and have it look any good. Have you contacted Athearn and hit them up for a warrranty repair first? Sounds like this could be a manufacturing defect. If they won't go for the warranty repair, I'm pretty sure you can get a new shell but getting it in the BNSF roadname and number may be an issue.

 

[jbaakko]

I suggest getting a new shell, sounds like a HUGE repair list.

 

[Old 97]

I suggest getting a new shell, sounds like a HUGE repair list.

Ditto for me.

 

[riss2509]

Thanks!

Just been in contact with Athearn, we will see what happens! It's irritating, but what can ya do?! At least I got extra parts and a good frame!

 

[OldGettysk]

New Shell they pop up on Ebay all the time but BNSF might be a problem

 

[riss2509]

There is a kodachrome SP on there, but, your right, Ill just have to keep watching!

 

[nmaniac]

Riss, I will check in the A.M. I may have one more undec from RAIL POWER PRODUCTS left over,I sell alot of them but most go overseas

 

[riss2509]

WOW, I didnt even know this thread was still around LOL!!! Long story short, I was able to sell the unit on ebay last spring. I did get a new BNSF 1 in trade, but since im changing themes and going freelance, im actually trying to dump a bunch of BNSF units ive done, and keeping just a select few. Thanks for the reply though!!!!!

 

[nmaniac]

no problem