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Tangent Scale Models General American Dry-Flo Covered Hopper Car Kit Instructions Manual

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Instructions: General American Dry-Flo Covered Hopper Car Kit
Thank you for purchasing the Tangent Scale Models General American Dry-Flo
Covered Hopper Car Kit! A few quick notes before starting:
 Instructions have many large images: Since some model builders are more visually
oriented, we have included both text and photos within these instructions. As you
can see, many of the images are rather large, to aid in your model building.
 There are more images at the end: If you want to see more views of a completed
model as a reference for your building, scroll to the end of this document. This is
another advantage over a printed instruction sheet.
 Modeling from computer screen is ideal: If possible we recommend modeling from
your monitor. You can then enlarge the images as you see fit, and you save ink
and paper at the same time.
 There are several ways to complete your kit: While there are multiple sequence
steps possible to build this car, we believe the sequence included here yields the
best results.
 Prototype photos: While you likely have your own sources of prototype photos,
please recall that for each RTR scheme that Tangent releases, we include a
prototype photo on our website. You can use these as references in addition to
your own sources.
 We want feedback: If you find something missing from our text instructions, or an
error within these instructions, please let us know by submitting a comment to us on
our website or sending an email to support@tangentscalemodels.com Thank you!
 These instructions are meant for adults: While we applaud bringing younger
modelers into our hobby, this model includes many small parts, some of which are
sharp and/or delicate. Therefore, this kit is recommended for those 14 years of age
and older.
 We offer our trucks separately: Our gorgeous new Barber 70-ton S-2-A Roller
Bearing trucks are available separately, with your choice of RP25 or Semi-Scale
tread free-rolling all-metal wheels! Separate brake beam detail included!
Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit
9/2014
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  • Page 1  We offer our trucks separately: Our gorgeous new Barber 70-ton S-2-A Roller Bearing trucks are available separately, with your choice of RP25 or Semi-Scale tread free-rolling all-metal wheels! Separate brake beam detail included! Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 1...
  • Page 2 100 axle packs – in either 33” or 36” diameters - to fit all of our trucks – and those from other brands! Overview of this kit’s contents: Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 2...
  • Page 3 The assembly sequence requires you to have several bags open at a time, so we recommend a clean and open work surface so that you can keep all of the parts in the open and accessible. Let’s get started! Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 3...
  • Page 4 If you gently spread the body sides apart the floor will snap into place. Secure with liquid styrene cement. You are now building a “body assembly”. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 4...
  • Page 5 Glue in place making sure that it fits flush with the top of the side sill to ensure it is flat. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 5...
  • Page 6 Slide the cross braces over the gussets and seat so that the top of the cross brace sits slightly below the side of the car. Glue in place. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 6...
  • Page 7 Position bolsters and glue in place making sure that the ends of the bolsters fit flush with the car side when seated in the notches. Glue in place. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 7...
  • Page 8 You will also notice that one of the parts has a small post on it. This goes on the B end of the car as it is used as part of the support Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 8...
  • Page 9 When in position they will sit flush with the bottom of the side sill. The outer end of the channels will be secured to a plate on the end cage in a future step. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 9...
  • Page 10 It sits on the bracket that is on top of the side sill and the post on the channel installed in the previous step. The small holes in the reservoir face the end of the car. Glue in place. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 10...
  • Page 11 You can tack the air line in place with a little CA which will Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 11...
  • Page 12 This gets glued into the small plastic rod from the previous task and the C clamp end goes around the air hose. Glue in place. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 12...
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  • Page 14 These go through the small holes in the side sills and go to the base of the triple valve. Locate and glue in place with CA. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 14...
  • Page 15 Tack the retainer line in the triple valve with CA and position it so that the longest straight part of the wire is vertical and in line with the end of the car. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 15...
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  • Page 18 Make sure that the B end end cage is located on the end of the car with the brake parts. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 18...
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  • Page 20 You will also notice four bronze colored straight grabs in the wire parts bag. These are for the underframe details so put them aside until a later step. Install all wire grab irons and secure with CA. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 20...
  • Page 21 Universal. There are three brakewheels provided with this kit: Modern, Universal, and Miner. Choose the appropriate version for your prototype and glue in place. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 21...
  • Page 22 If you are in doubt, use the configuration in the prototype photo below which is the most common. 23. Install brake platform. Secure the brake platform with CA. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 22...
  • Page 23 24. Install the 4 wire roping staples. There are four small U shaped wires for the roping staples. Locate and CA in place on the four corners of the side sills. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 23...
  • Page 24 Square back and Oval back. Refer to photos and install which version is correct for your prototype. Beware that some cars may not have shaker brackets. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 24...
  • Page 25 27. Gently bend the etched metal running board. Bend the end platforms of the running board down slightly to follow the slope of the roof (from the center to the side of the car). Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 25...
  • Page 26 29. Install the end support brackets – eyebolts first. The last step is to install the corner wire grab irons. Begin by gluing the wire eyebolt parts in the corner holes with CA. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 26...
  • Page 27 They can only be installed one way. Once they are glued in place install the connecting wire in the locating holes in the levers. Secure wire with CA. Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 27...
  • Page 28 Glue in place. Glue the outlet covers in place on the outlet rods. FINISHING UP: 37. Step 12: Stirrups 38. We waited for this step until the end as the stirrups are quite fragile! Instructions for Tangent Scale Models GA 6000 Gallon, 3 Compartment Tank Car Kit Page 28...
  • Page 29 42. This completes the basic assembly of our kit. After decaling and a bit of weathering, install trucks and couplers and enjoy your work! Thank you again for buying this car from Tangent Scale Models. Your hard-earned dollars allow us to continue to bring you more models in the future.
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