RPP CF-7 question

[TMLW]

I have a Rail Power Products CF-7 shell that I have had around for a few years now. I have the shell and frame. Is their a glass kit and hand rail kit that is still available for this engine? Thanks in advance.

 

[wheeler1963]

Jeff, you can get both from Athearn. I used the newer versions from their RTR units. Also got their see through fans.

 

[TMLW]

Thanks! I looked into the Athearn parts but was not sure if they would fit.

 

[cajon]

Thanks! I looked into the Athearn parts but was not sure if they would fit.

Athearn bought RPP so the CF7 parts are one & the same.

 

[wheeler1963]

Jeff, here's with the see through fans, plastic handrails and glass installed. This was an RPP shell to start with. I still need to add couplers to the 3 I did.

 

[ICG/SOU]

Jerome,

What did you do for the coupler bars? Thanks.

 

[wheeler1963]

Trey, Detail Associates 2205.

http://www.1stplacehobbies.com/cgi-bin/p_229-2205_n.asp

 

[TMLW]

Wonderful work as always Jerome! I will have to replace the fans on this shell after seeing yours.

 

[wheeler1963]

Jeff, I would highly recommend it. The see through ones actually make this a very nice model. I painted the fan blades silver so they would show up better.

 

[ICG/SOU]

Thanks, Jerome.

The one I was looking at (CF7) had a coupler cut bar that went under the coupler, and was V shaped. I figured I'd just use the DA one like you posted, and bend it in the middle.