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Nice Guy Eddie
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" This is not the first time I have been burned on eBay,
by incomplete descriptions or misleading information.
All I can say is buyer beware.
The seller does not accept returns."
Hi Dave
I have made over 1800 buys on eBay.
I don't recall EVER being "burned", as some say.
If a description is incomplete or misleading,
or if photos do not show items faults,
the Seller HAS NOT followed 'The eBay Rules',
& all bets ARE OFF as far as 'No Returns' !
'Does Not Accept Returns'
Is VOID straight away, in the case of such listings.
It may take some effort to start an 'eBay Case',
but you should NOT be out by a single Dime here.
Anyone who gets "burned" IMHO is a bit daft,
seeing as there are provisions to cover a buyer.
Use them, that's what they're there for !
They work, IF you apply their rules & system.
Eddie
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" We Got Places All Over The Place "
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David Laughery
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Eddie
The seller has offered to take the engine back, but I suspect
he will not reimburse the almost $30 shipping both ways and sales tax.
Just getting to the post office will be a difficulty.
I have bought items that arrived with missing parts,
and incorrect trucks (old Rapido couplers instead of the described MT ones).
Once I bought an N-scale car with ruined paint on one side,
that was not shown in the photos.
And now this latest problem with the N-scale engine.
We'll see how it all turns out.
Regards, Dave L.
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oztrainz
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Hi Dave
You have a private message with some suggestions.
Good Luck.
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John Garaty
Unanderra in oz
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David Laughery
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Today I started the conversion of the MDC 2-8-0 boiler
by using two little holes to mount it to a piece of wood with little screws.
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David Laughery
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I was hoping that the Dremel 1.5 inch blade
would make a quick job of cutting off the old domes.
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David Laughery
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The blade worked well and cut off the first dome quickly.
I was surprised to find the second dome was hollow
and was attached as a separate piece.
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David Laughery
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After considerable grinding and hand filing, this is close to final shape.
After taking this photo, I did a little more work with the file.
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David Laughery
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Some inside trimming of the cab enabled a preliminary trial fit.
I'll have to fill the space between the cab front and boiler top.
Regards, Dave L.
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David Laughery
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Update:
The seller will take back the engine,
and refund all my expenses.
I am very pleased that I do not even pay return postage.
This is my first return on eBay,
and I have to say it was a good experience.
Regards, Dave L.
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David Laughery
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Today I glued parts together and primed.
I have a lot of little areas to fill and smooth.
The 3D-printed parts are not the best fitting,
and have irregular surfaces.
The final finish will be flat black,
with a little weathering.
Regards, Dave L.
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corv8
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I know well about surface issues of 3D-printed parts,
however the picture of the current status looks good.
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Gerold
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David Laughery
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I would have liked to add handrails to the boiler.
I have some HO stanchions and wire.
But drilling the hard metal boiler for them,
was beyond my abilities right now.
The surfaces of the parts are very rough,
it really shows with the primer.
I am hoping the final paint and weathering,
will hide most of it.
Regards, Dave L.
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pipopak
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| Location: | Florida USA |
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The surfaces of the parts are very rough,
it really shows with the primer.
I usually put a thin coat of Bondo glazing
& spot putty stage 2 before priming,
then sand smooth.
Works great on metal and plastic.
Jose.
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Junk is something you throw away three weeks before you need it.
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pipopak
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It is 1 part (no mixing),
can be used over paint,
dries fast and sands easily.
I love it.
Jose.
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Junk is something you throw away three weeks before you need it.
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David Laughery
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The engine is about finished,
and I am very disappointed with the results.
Ill fitting, and rough texture of 3D-printed parts,
detract from the nice proportions of the model.
I've had the parts for a few years,
maybe the technology has improved since then.
I am considering scrapping the boiler and cab,
and starting over.
The tender and chassis is one unit,
so I could fit a new superstructure easily,
if I can find something suitable.
Regards, Dave L.
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David Laughery
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I have these possible replacements,
from some train show finds years ago.
I need to think about this.
Thanks for following along.
Regards, Dave L.
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David Laughery
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Here is a mock-up of a new shell for the Roundhouse 2-8-0
using one boiler with the handrails, and another 3D-printed cab.
The tender is from Bachmann,
and I've started to widen it, to match the width of HOn30.
I would not need it with the 2-8-0, as it has a tender drive.
The cab will need work to smooth it,
I think I'll try Jose's tip and use the spot-putty.
I wish parts were available in styrene plastic.
Regards, Dave L.
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