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Discussion related to everything about model railroading, from layout design and planning, to reviews of related model tools and equipment. Discussion includes O, S, HO, N and Z, as well as narrow gauge topics. Also includes discussion of traditional "toy train" and "collector" topics such as Lionel, American Flyer, Marx, and others. Also includes discussion of outdoor garden railways and live steamers.
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For the DB fan and grids,Athearn(if you can find it) made a part that replaced that part of the roof with a plain roof and exh stack,slice+
dice a SD-45 shell for the flared radiator section on the roof.
go easy with power tools,and finish with files and sandpaper,take the time needed to do it right.
you could just cut them out and fill with styrene. Or if you keep sanding till its decently flat, then use putty to try and smooth as best as possible.
Take it easy there! Models are sensitive, no need to use the "big guns" on them.
If you want something removed, drill a series of holes around the perimeter (make sure that none of the holes pass the "border"), and then cut between the holes, "connecting the dots". This is the best way to cut out a particular section, whether its a radiator or a fan. you can use a pinvise for small sections, or a dremel for larger jobs.