A new combine arrives

Here is a Tyco old-time combine modernized for service on my mixed train. First I popped off the clerestory roof and was surprised to find the body had a full roof already. Then the silhouettes and truss rods were removed. The roof was painted aluminum and a couple ventilators added. Weighted up to spec, glazed windows, added a view block inside. Grab bars highlighted with a silver Sharpie pen. Now it’s ready for service in a Cape Ann mixed, picking up fishermen and hikers from those remote flag stops! 

Combine on the tail end of a local mixed train.

Remote flag stop at Cascade serves fishermen and hikers.

Before. Pic from eBay seller mikecdog.

Pop off the clerestory roof to reveal a full domed roof.