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APPENDIX C

This appendix contains the following pages/drawings:Painting Overview

FAQ'sPFE75_PL1911PFE75_PL1920PFE75_PL1922PFE75_PL1929PFE75_PL1946

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS APPENDIX IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF PACIFIC DESIGN SHOPS. ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF PACIFIC DESIGN SHOPS IS PROHIBITED.

PACIFIC DESIGN SHOPS

REVISION: BREVISION DATE: 4/23/20

PAINTING OVERVIEWOnce certain steps of the kit have been completed, painting of the parts is required before continuing on. Painting of the kit (both inside and out) will protect it from the elements, wear and tear, and make it look like a real railroad car. Painting the kit is a lot like painting your house. The better quality of paint you use, the better protected the wood will be. And just like your house, the paint may need touching up years down the line. PFE would often repaint their cars every 4-6 years and in the process updated the paint scheme.

Below are lists of recommendations for both the process and paints to use as well as paint codes for the custom colors. The following drawings show the most common paint schemes used by PFE. NOTE: Almost every year had it's own scheme with small changes added each year. For more infomation on PFE paint schemes please see the book "Southern Pacific Freight Car Painting and Lettering Guide" by Dick Harley & Anthony W. Thompson.

Primer: Oil based primers provide better protection but are difficult to work with. Latex primers provide decent protection but are a lot easier to work with. The primer should be brushed on with a good quality brush to make sure the grooves are fully painted. Prime both the inside and outside of the car.

Recommendation: Kilz Original Oil based primer or Kilz 2 All-Purpose Water Based primer

Finish paint: A good quality exterior paint in a satin sheen will allow dirt and grime to be washed off easier and assist in water run off while not looking to "glossy". Painting should be completed with a brush to give a wood texture look. NOTE: The "steel" roof should be painted with spray paint as brush strokes are not the desirable look.

Recommendation (non "steel" parts): Sherwin Williams Resilience, Satin Exterior PaintRecommendation ("steel" parts): Rust-Oleum Painters Touch, Semi-Gloss Black

Decals and Lettering: If applying vinyl decals apply per manufacturer recommendations. A preferred method is to use a paint mask to paint on the letters. This process takes longer to complete but the letters with weather with the car rather than fall off. The letters can always be touched up over time as well.

Recommendation: Rust-Oleum Painters Touch, Semi-Gloss or Model Master Acrylic Paint, Semi Gloss

Final Top Coat (Optional): After applying the decals and lettering clear coat the entire car to protect the lettering and give the car a uniform look.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: How do I apply the letters and decals onto my car using a paint mask?A: Lettering and decaling a car takes some time but the process is simple. First, position the lettering/decal mask per the following drawing using a ruler. Use blue painters tape along one edge of the mask (usually along the long edge) then flip up and remove the backing. Flip the mask back down and apply pressure to adhere it to the surface. Remove the top covering making sure the mask stick to the car (make sure to watch out for the inside pieces of the letters and numbers). Using a hair dryer on a low setting gently heat the mask and use a dull object to force the mask into the grooves of the car. Keep the hair dryer 3-6 inches away and continue to move it back and forth; don't keep it focused on one area. Paint the letters using spray paint or the dry brush method. Allow the paint to dry then peel up the mask slowly. Make sure to come back and pick out all the inside pieces of the letters and numbers.

Q: What methods of painting do you use to paint the letters?A: There are two main methods to paint the letters: spray paint or dry brush. Spray painting is easier but requires more prep time to mask off the area you do not want paint on and should be done in a well ventilated area. Dry brush does not require additional prep time other than applying the mask but does take longer. This method can be done indoors. Dip the end of a number 2 round brush into the paint then brush off a majority of the paint onto a paper towl. Dab the end of the brush onto the surface to be painted until no more transfer happens. Allow the paint to dry before returning back and applying another layer. Apply multiple thin coats to prevent bleeding under the mask.

Q: My mask is pulling the paint up with it, how do I fix that?A: Sometimes the adhesion of the paint mask is higher then the adhesion of the paint to the wood car. Use a hair dryer on the low setting to gently apply heat to soften up the adhesive. Keep the hair dryer 3-6 inches away and continue to move it back and forth; don't keep it focused on one area. Continue to apply heat and work slowly until the mask is completly removed. Go back with primer and paint to touch up the affected areas.

Q: Can I use vinyl decals instead?A: Absolutely! The process is very simular to applying the paint mask but is not so time consuming to complete. However, the vinyl won't age and weather like the paint mask does and will typically fall off over time rather than just fade.

Q: How do I prepare the detail brass and aluminum parts for paint?A: Preparing brass parts for painting is crucial to having the paint stick. Make sure to wear gloves during the whole process to prevent the oils from your hands reaching the brass. Wash all the parts in soapy water (use dish soap), rinse and allow to dry. Place the parts into a jar and cover with distilled white vinegar. Allow to sit for 45-60 minutes. Rinse the parts under warm water and allow to dry. Prime the parts with a primer for brass (such as Surface Primer by Tamiya) then finish with desired top coat. Do the same process with the aluminum parts but replace the vinegar with a 50/50 mixture of warm water and vinegar.


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6316"

31116"

21116"

11316"

7716"

41516"

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1"

1334" 1334"

SIDE COLOR: PFE YELLOW

ROOF COLOR:PFE BROWNSIDE HARDWARE COLOR:

BLACK

SIDE LETTERING COLOR:BLACK

UNDERFRAME COLOR:BLACK

UNDER DOOR COLOR:PFE BROWN

10"

1"

END COLOR:PFE BROWN

END HARDWARE COLOR:BLACK

END LETTERING COLOR:WHITE

ROOF HARDWARE COLOR:BLACK

PAINT SCHEME INFORMATIONINTRODUCED: June 1911PHASED OUT: 1928

CONNIE MIRACLE PART NUMBER: R-PFE-0

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PFE PAINTING & LETTERING1911 VERSION FOR 1/8 SCALE

BPFE75_PL1911THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THISDRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF

PACIFIC DESIGN SHOPS. ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A

WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF PACIFIC DESIGN

SHOPS IS PROHIBITED.


81116"

6316"

31116"

21116"

11316"

7716"

41516"

916"

1"

1334" 1334"


ROOF COLOR (WOOD PARTS):PFE BROWN

SIDE HARDWARE COLOR:BLACK



ROOF COLOR (STEEL PARTS):BLACK


10"

1"

END COLOR:PFE BROWN

END HARDWARE COLOR:PFE BROWN


PAINT SCHEME INFORMATIONINTRODUCED: June 1920PHASED OUT: 1929


NOTE: Wood parts of roof include walkways, hatches, and platforms (on steel roofs). All other parts for painting purposes are "steel".

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31116" 21316"

1916"

51116"

21516" 138"

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1334" 1334"

Station symbol to be used in place of "NEW" when car is reweighed


ROOF COLOR (WOOD PARTS):PFE BROWNSIDE HARDWARE COLOR:

BLACK



ROOF COLOR (STEEL PARTS):BLACK


1112"

38"

END COLOR:PFE BROWN



UNION PACIFIC LOGO

PAINT SCHEME INFORMATIONINTRODUCED: April 1922PHASED OUT: 1934



SP logo applied nearest "B" or brake wheel end.UP logo applied in same position on opposite side.

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31116"

21316"

1916" 51316"

2916"

138" 812"

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14" 14"


SIDE COLOR: PFE ORANGE

ROOF COLOR (WOOD PARTS):PFE BROWNSIDE HARDWARE COLOR:

BLACK



SP logo applied nearest "B" or brake wheel end.UP logo applied in same position on opposite side.

ROOF COLOR (STEEL PARTS):1929-1936: BLACK1936- : PFE BROWN

Repack stencil introduced in March 1938

UNDER DOOR COLOR:1929-1942: PFE BROWN1942- : BLACK

1012"

38"

END COLOR:PFE BROWN



UNION PACIFIC LOGOS

1922-1933 1933-1942

PAINT SCHEME INFORMATIONINTRODUCED: Early 1929PHASED OUT: UP Overland logos by 1947. All pre-1946 schemes by 1952.



1942-1950

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2916"

8316"

14116" 812"

2X61316"

1378"

From 1946 to July 1951, the SP logo was always applied nearest the door, and both sides looked the same.After July 1951, the SP logo was applied nearest the "B" or brake wheel end on both sides. The two sides would not be identical.


SIDE COLOR: PFE ORANGE

ROOF &ROOF HARDWARE COLOR:PFE BROWN

SIDE HARDWARE COLOR:1946-1947: BLACK

1948- : PFE ORANGE



UNDER DOOR COLOR:BLACK

1012"

38"

END COLOR:PFE BROWN



UNION PACIFIC LOGOS

1946-1950 1950-

PAINT SCHEME INFORMATIONINTRODUCED: June 1946PHASED OUT: Colored UP by 1955; Black and White UP lasted until end of service


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PFE75_APPENDIX_C_COVER.PDF (p.1-3)CoverPAINTING OVERVIEWFAQ

PFE75_PL1911.PDF (p.4)Sheet1Drawing View1Drawing View2





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