Weathering a Diesel Locomotive - UP AC6000 Tutorial

Take a look at a few tips and tricks for weathering a diesel locomotive that will be sure to add realism and help it stand out on your layout. The locomotive in this video is an Overland AC60000CW (technically an AC6044CW... an AC4400CW in an AC6000 car-body), though the techniques shown will work on any brand of locomotive.
Thanks for watching!
- Josh
MUSIC:
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[@Unaveragetrainguy]

You make me realize I value the perfection of the factory painted models over realism. And I guess I am too lazy. But boy, I enjoyed watching you do it and listening to your clear, succinct commentary. Great, great job!

[@MainTrack]

Great, easy to understand tutorial!

[@DesertDwight]

One of the best weathering jobs I’ve seen. Impressive!

[@JoeyBPhotography]

Love the weathering job and the details about how you did it. Looks great!

[@railanimal4380]

Very good work. That intro shot of the locomotive was nuts! So realistic. Really like AC6000s as well. A fan of the low number boards and ditch lights. Really nice video too!

[@bardstables8909]

This was always one of my favorite parts about this hobby. Landscape was also fun as I enjoy the finer detail of these projects.

[@Kevin-ev7hw]

Thank you Josh for the informative video.

[@911doogie]

loved the weathering clip,looking forward to your next one, Stay safe you and your family

[@kevinb9327]

Gotta say this is one of the better weathering vids I've seen. Great results. The KISS principle applies again! 👍

[@keithedmunds7536]

excellent tutorial I just gotta get the confidence to make a start thanks for sharing

[@RFMCabooseNP1713]

Always enjoy your videos. I have learned a lot. Thanks and keep them coming.

[@TheEriefan]

Thank you Josh for sharing !!!!

[@alainaarrhodge5413]

Great work!! Thanks for the step by step tutorial!!

[@archieberger8696]

Very nice. Great explanation on process.

[@garynugent4400]

Nice job as always Josh! Really enjoy you and your dad's videos!

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Gary!

[@monolight1327]

A great tutorial, thank you. Excellent work.

[@dougcostello9064]

Very nice work.

[@deltaflyer9078]

Phenomenal video Josh! very very helpfull!

[@Kmaster2007]

Love that powder stuff for weathering! Use that on most of my buildings

[@brianhartley4425]

Great layout!

[@Longshadowsmodeltrees]

Outstanding!! Bob

[@dcmrailfan954]

Your locomotives are awesome's! Excelent work! Regards from MX

[@seanspennywisemiserrr]

Awesome weathering job, you make it look soo easy!

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Sean!

[@19scamps92]

top nodge! terific work as always thank you for sharing Josh! great result great video

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks! - Josh

[@LaytonJunction]

Really nice work a pleasure to watch you really did a tremendous job very well explained and a pleasure to watch stay safe and well all the best from the UK 👍👍😀

[@GeorgiaRoadHD]

Nice weathering with the Ex SP and the UP!

[@Bruno.Trains]

Very impressive work. Best regards from France

[@PeterCPRail8748]

Another great tutorial

[@polandball7482]

Awesome video thanks for the tips

[@keithmallett7987]

Great stuff!

[@17leeward]

Hi from the UK, in the video you show a can of Krylon Matte Finish but later on you talk about using "the matte finish from Testors". Just wanted to check which you normally use. As always, thanks for the video.

[@DaytonDistrictRailfan]

And, great job on the locomotive of course.

[@Adam-yb5ub]

Amazing job👍 great voice thx

[@centeroftheearthmining4095]

Great vid!!! Thank you!

[@tulyar1043]

I don't want to disapoint you but your UP AC 6000 is in fact an AC 6044 convertable with a 4400hp prime mover. You can tell this by the bath tub exhaust stack that all AC4400s have. AC6000s have two smaller square exhaust stacks. All the same you have done a fantastic weathering job on it.

[@TheSillyweldo]

Looks almost like the real thing good job

[@MrVbobby]

The white on the letters looks like snow it should be the yellow factory color that wood actually be under the letters as they peeled. This is a step that most people forget altogether credit to you for knowing to do it but it almost never be white. Keep up the very good work

[@z_dog7739]

The dang Bluegrass at the end claps

[@hoscaleconstuction]

Love that SP Unit

[@DaytonDistrictRailfan]

Love the Horn!

[@Marienthal1956]

Super tutorial. I like :)

[@MBTAMoreRailfan]

As always I love it!

[@ne_railvidoes5659]

Same

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks! - Josh

[@CSX_Doolittle]

I just saw one of thoses in my area today and all I could think of was this video because like on your model it had the doors open thanks for sharing

[@bennyboi9738]

Very cool.

[@jimkammerer8028]

AWESOME NICE VIDEO VERY INTERESTING AND INFORMATIVE. 👍😁LOVE THESE VIDEOS ALWAYS HONEST AND HELPFUL. THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEO AND I APPRECIATE IT AND YOU.

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks for the kind words Jim! Means a lot!

[@2011Maynard]

I also use Krylon Matte, but I use the spray tip from a Testors Dullcoat can, and warm the can of Krylon before using (a minute or two tucked between your thighs works - sounds weird, but….). It produces a finer and less blotchy finish…

[@Ebeniste]

Thanks Nice video

[@Eikaiwaniki]

Is it possible could you compile a list of your most used/most recommended paints for when it comes to weathering? Trying to get into weathering and I'm at a complete loss on what paints I should get first to get my brushes wet for general weathering. Love the videos mate. ^^

[@brendanzio]

Dang, now I wanna weather my locos. Guess I should find some cheap models/shells to practice on before I go and possibly mess up my expensive BLI or MTH models

[@just4funTrains]

Great video I will use to my channel! In spanish

[@timf2279]

Well, there is really several sides to this coin. Some want realistic weather look and some the new engine is a work of art out of the box. I wonder if it was sold new out of the box weathered the feeling would be the same.

[@CartersTrains]

Great video! I noticed that you patched out the SP unit, and I want to try some realistic patching on my trains. Both stuff like the cleaner UP patch work, and the more rough PRLX patch work. Do you think you could do a tutorial on that sometime in the future?

[@billlauretti7963]

I also have a SP locomotive I'd like to patch for UP and weather. I'd love to see how you did it!

[@DimensionMachine]

I came here to ask the same thing. I have a couple sp units that this would look great on. A source for the decals would be great as well!

[@Grainexpress]

You might through his videos. I’m thinking he did a video on that?

[@nsmodeler24]

I've included the "patching process" as part of the SP Weathering Video, which will be out soon!

[@billlauretti7963]

@@nsmodeler24 Looking forward to it!

[@richardcolemanjr3749]

Very good weathering video. I wonder if a model paint manufacturer will offer a "fade the paint" in a spray can. Like a dull coat or matte clear with a hint of white or gray color.

[@nsmodeler24]

I don't know of any, but always thought that was a great idea. If I ever come across anything like that, I'll let y'all know!

[@christopherberg9379]

Nice weathering job ... great vid!!! Question for you ... did you make the pipe loads for your bulkhead flat cars or did you purchase them? If you built them, what material did you use for the pipes and what did you use for the banding??? Thanks in advance!!!

[@nathanrider5369]

Josh your spray booth looks very interesting. Would like to know how it was built. It appears to be a commander tote from Lowes. Does it have a blower attached to it?

[@Fgr63]

Very nice job!!! Do you plan to do the same tutorial for the SP one?

[@CMRSclub]

Great job on the weathering. How did you do the open panel with the engine interior?

[@ricardojuricic9027]

Great video, got a Baldwin S12 to detail mask and paint in the pail blue and blue stripes Amador Central 70s scheme. Though I'd first like to watch your video on the paint both you've made. Please Josh, may I have the link to it? Highly appreciated. Awesome weathering job there's around the NS, BNSF, UP and former SP plus rolling stock 👏👏👏👏 Saludos = cheers Richard 🇦🇷 Argentina

[@TheTrainFan]

It would be awesome if you would do a video on something like this without an airbrush. For a military guy in a small room, an airbrush isn’t an option for me. I try my best to do fading with powders and paints but I could definitely use some tips from you

[@nsmodeler24]

Great idea! Thanks for sharing!

[@GMTX-kg8ep]

I noticed on Facebook you mentioned a new layout update was coming this weekend. Was it just this or something else?

[@beeble2003]

Dark, rough paint on the top of the nose also reduces glare for the crew.

[@surcnut]

Hey Josh love your videos and tutorials. The airbrush I have just doesn’t cut it. Was wondering what your set up is as I am contemplating buying a regular air compressor to use for airbrushing. Thanks for any info.

[@timf2279]

What did you end up with?

[@notsonicefenu]

You should do a Livestream

[@trinquester]

Great video! Could you show how you did the open door? Not sure of the technique or where you purchase the motor parts for the effect.

[@christophergalvan8]

What type model is your air brush, just wanted to know before ordering one.

[@coffeecat4506]

10:54 what is the name of that safety light near the axle piece on the bottom? I love that level detail it looks extremely realistic...

[@jerseyrailvideos4139]

coffeecat450 it’s a step light, it’s so if the crew is at a crew change at night they can see the steps and the trucks/ wheels

[@nsmodeler24]

It's known as a "truck light." Sometimes in the cab of a locomotive it can be difficult to tell if you are moving or not and crew will often look out of the window to the ground for reference. The light helps illuminate the ground so the crew can tell if / how fast they are moving at night. Thanks!

[@johnbranch2153]

Awesome job!!! What type of paint and brushes do you use or recommend?

[@nsmodeler24]

Previously we used Floquil, but they discontinued their Model RR Color line (I believe they still produce standard colors though). Now we mostly use enamel paints by Model Master. For brushes, we dont have a particular brand, but we purchase them at a local Hobby Town store.

[@johnbranch2153]

@@nsmodeler24 Thanks for the reply.

[@norcal_rail_photographer16]

What brush do you use? I can never get the weathering powder to stick or get that much powder on the locomotive.

[@1johnmcwilliams]

Hi, what roof detail kit did you use on the cab roof? Cheers.

[@nsmodeler24]

I added a 3D printed PTC antenna array purchased off of ebay

[@user-nx8tk1pp5o]

Have you tried mineral spirits for wheel and track cleaning? There has been many posts lately saying that rubbing alcohol is not a good cleaner for electrical items.

[@sunday_funday7765]

What is your airbrush/compressor set up?

[@uniteddrones7626]

Ptc antena please explain or point me to a video explaining the antennas as I take it maybe these finally works with railroad signals on the layout?

[@UkTrains129]

I liked how you weathered your engine, could you use white weathering powder to fade the engine and get the same as your engine if I used weathering powders and enemal washes ? Due to I don't do airbrushing. I'm also from the UK and love the American locomotives.

[@nsmodeler24]

Thank you. I believe you can, but light weathering powder is difficult, as most of it goes away after a clear coat. I will give it a shot and let you all know how it turns out.

[@UkTrains129]

@@nsmodeler24 Thank you only cos I have some American engines CSX livery

[@mitchcornacchia968]

Good demo thanks

[@kamronpowell5784]

what brand of ocomotive is this because im looking into starting a n scale layout just because it smaller and you can fit alot more things into it

[@regisbrooks8064]

Where you get the ice box who makes it

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks! I honestly cant remember where we got those. It was probably 5-10 years ago. Sorry!

[@aidanthornbury]

I've never weathered a loco before (yet) but I feel like I would be nervous to be wiping the powders over the grates while the shell is still on the body. Am I worrying for no reason?

[@Tealo951]

How did you create the open door panel and engine?

[@nsmodeler24]

I used a hobby knife to carefully cut out the door. Since it was brass, I was able to create a bend in the door and then I glued it back onto the model!

[@goldenplainsrailroadedits]

How did you open the side doors on the locomotive

[@railbuilderdhd]

You mention in the video testers dulecote but you show and mention the krylon brand. What do you use?

[@Foo2u2001]

I was actually researching dullcote products and heard him say Testors and see on the screen it's Krylon Matte Finish. I am sitting here wondering which one or should just buy the Krylon He's using. Looks like he trusts it.

[@railbuilderdhd]

@@Foo2u2001 I use dullcoate but I know the other is cheaper. I’ll have to try it but I thought it went on a lot thicker then testors dullcote.

[@regisbrooks8064]

Where u get your ash powder good job on your ac6000

[@ValleySubRailfan4643]

Do you know any sp dash 9's that are brass?

[@John-qy9rx]

I used huge miniatures powder. It doesn't adhere. Dunno how you get it to adhere to the plastic but it doesn't using a dry paint brush.

[@ashevilletrainman6989]

Hey josh , I’m an Asheville local, how much would it be for you to weather a CSX locomotive of mine ?

[@nsmodeler24]

Hey, I'm not taking on any other work right now, but thanks for asking!

[@ashevilletrainman6989]

@@nsmodeler24 Can you let me know when you can? Thanks.

[@Azack-kv4cg]

Hi, I love all ur videos but could u do a layout video pls

[@henrystrainsandmore3546]

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[@mshrailfan129]

Is that door on the side closable?

[@evanstraintubeyt6950]

Can u link the models u used in the vid plz

[@metrolinxfan3005]

Do you still have scale trains dash 9 9555

[@ValleySubRailfan4643]

What price were those locos "not combined"

[@nsmodeler24]

I picked up each of them for about $325 on Ebay. Now they're probably worth quite a bit more with the sound, lights, modifications, and weathering. I'm honestly not sure!

[@ValleySubRailfan4643]

Wow! That's good for a brass model. Thanks!

[@thatoneguy611]

It seems weird how making it look look dirty makes it look better

[@terrencegoodwin446]

I don't like the single smoke stacks on them I like the original dual exhaust smoke stacks better.

[@stamatidamalos5436]

So whenever you don't want that patched SP AC4400 anymore just let me know! lol

[@elr2141979]

How much do you want for that model I'm willing to buy it I love the fact that it has the open door on the long Hood

[@brianhartley4425]

Ps could you reply?

[@NashRailfan]

I weathered my life lol, jk but good job

[@NashRailfan]

I did tho

[@SPRF_UPRF]

Literally real life but HO scale lol

[@ShazzledWolf32]

You forgot to add the fuel leakage

[@metrolinxfan3005]

For o second I thought that was ur first locomotive cuz it was an onion pacific you see that in your locomotive roster 😔

[@Bigbuddyandblue]

Ok, FGS weather that plastic car sitting at the crossing!!

[@rimodeler7963]

Excellent job, Josh .............. the weathering looks very realistic! Well done. Mike

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks for the kind words Mike! - Josh