Model Railroading > From the RIPs to the One Spot

I bought a beat up Overland ATSF  CE8/CE11  caboose about a year ago with obvious signs of damage. The cab must of been dropped. 
One step popped off from its solder weld; one rain gutter/lip on the roof was pulled back; the roof ends were loose and one overhead step light missing. 

So far (in 1.5 days) , I've removed one end.  Steps, etched walkway (incorrect Apex style) and end cage (filed off all the flashing deleted one bar. Smoke jack and toilet vent removed. Smoke jack will be raised and vent turned so openings face the car sides, not car ends. Sinclair antenna deleted (was smashed) along with mirrors. All windows will be plated over and walking exterior surfaces relaced with Morton boards. End markers removed (they are cast to resemble full markers with red lens. New markers will be empty housings with wires. 

The identity of which cab it'll be painted for will remain secret for now. This is my 2nd attempt at scratch-building parts to rehab a car... it's a pain in the arse. I have a bunch of photos but i'll post three that show the jist of things. 

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So far so good! A labor of love there, it's going to be sharp when it's complete.

~RGDave

@ RGDave. Thanks. I've gathered inspiration from your many threads. I don't have a layout, I just like having some busy work when I have some downtime. Someone else can benefit later.

Be sure to take photos of the finished product!