paint and lettering

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The N&W, and most railroads, did not use FONTs for lettering styles.  The
lettering on tenders, locomotives and cars was created in a hand drawing in
the engineering/drafting department and approved by management.  The
draftsman then created a linen template, full size lettering, on this
drawing fabric.  He then punched small holes in template linen to create
'dots' or holes in the linen.  This template was placed over the car side
and then tapped with a chalk-filled bag to create a guide for the lettering
painter to paint the lettering  by hand.  When paint spraying became
feasible, they used a hardboard mask as a stencil.  

So how do you use the tools in your computer to make lettering decals from a
font style?  Well, you can't without studying photos and creating your own
letters based on the old photo images.  You will need to use a drafting
program or a capable 'photoshop' program to create the lettering.  
Gary in Cincinnati

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Subject: paint and lettering

Anyone know what the lettering font was in the 50's?
Also need a paint number for the Tuscan red.


Thomas Anson
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Subject: Tender Deck Drains

Does anyone know where I can find a good photo or drawing of a tender deck
drain?

Jimmy Lisle
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