Class 58 Original Exhaust for 58001 to 58026
Class 58 Original Exhaust for 58001 to 58026, as fitted from new only available exclusively at Protoneo. These exhausts seemed to be replaced randomly during the late 1990's. 3d printed in high grade grey resin plastic. Aligning with Protoneo’s commitment to high-quality art-crafts, this product ensures an exact fit and enduring performance for enthusiasts. The base is a very tight fit so the amount of filler required is minimal. The silencer is a seperate part which allows for prepainting before fitment. These parts can be glued with liquid poly or a thin superglue. The two lifting hangers at no.1 end (rad. fan end) need to be removed and then repositioned at 90 degrees in the same location.
Class
58 numbers 58001 to 58026
Scale
7mm Scale. 0 gauge.
Material
Unpainted grey resin plastic
Fitting Instructions
The original exhaust needs removing from the inside, pushing outwards. Then the edges of hole needs a bit of filing to remove the existing lugs and any moulding marks. The new surround needs test fitting as its a very snug fit. Once happy with fit. glue from the inside by running a bed around the edges and let dry.
Then gap fill the outer top seam lines with model filler. Sand with 240 grit upto 800 grit when fully cured. The two lifting lugs can be redrilled and replaced with a 0.4mm drill bit. I used two original holes nearest the radiator fans and two new holes on the 3d printed surround.
Once finished, washed and dried the whole area can be masked off for uncoat and top coats of paint. The painted exhaust silencer can glued into place with the exhaust port holes at the radiator fan end.