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Post by ptc on Oct 26, 2019 14:55:59 GMT
Lionel introduced the "full size" version of the Grand Central Terminal several years ago as part of their first Vision Line product line. They made 250 of them that sold out quickly.
Fast forward to two years ago when I commissioned Harry to upgrade my GCT model. I wanted to add an interior for starters. Harry said fine, but I would recommend a complete exteriot redo as well. He suggeested that he add heigth to make it more proportional and to completely refinish the exterior including the roof. The resust was mind-blowing that took it to a whole new level.
Since then, Harry has taken on additonal similar projects for clients who also want to enhance theri GCT models. He just started such a project, so you will be able to follow it along the weay to completion.
"Here we go again!! Another GCT upgrade. Step one is to raise the entire thing 3 inches with poplar and oak deminsiaonl wood. The simulated granite seams are scored with a Dremel cutoff wheel and then attached with zap a gap. Will issue a periodic update as I move along with it." ( Harry's quote").
My completed GCT model. 
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Post by Joe Saggese on Oct 26, 2019 15:02:13 GMT
All I can say is WOW......Its truly a work of art.
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Post by twincities on Oct 26, 2019 15:41:35 GMT
so only the upper building was upgraded? none the less its a beautiful affect and looks well on your CIC scene
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Post by josef on Oct 26, 2019 15:58:08 GMT
It is a magnificent structure. I must ask, how many yellow cabs are there on layout?
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Post by ptc on Oct 26, 2019 17:53:28 GMT
"so only the upper building was upgraded? none the less its a beautiful affect and looks well on your CIC scene"
Harry upgraded me base unit as well. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2019 18:00:37 GMT
All I can say is WOW......Its truly a work of art.  Exactly |
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Post by twincities on Oct 26, 2019 18:11:26 GMT
PTC it really does add to the realism of the scene I can here all the voices inside the grand terminal and the fury of hailing a cab outside.
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Post by ptc on Oct 26, 2019 19:55:23 GMT
Looks like Harry has been working overtime the weekend on this GCT project.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 27, 2019 1:12:21 GMT
Beautiful scene Brian. You may want to put a cab or two out front.
Gary.
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Post by Country Joe on Oct 28, 2019 16:31:55 GMT
Whoever receives this upgraded GCT model will be a very happy model railroader.
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Exactly
