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HOW TO DETAIL YOUR ‘LEADER’

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Rectifications – definite Paint bufferbeams Fit route indicator discs (supplied with model) Remake the coal load Correct the B-F-B wheels Detail painting Straighten/refit lamp irons Change numbers Fit ‘ACE’ headboard Rectifications – maybe Correct the lighting Fit wash-out plugs Add crew Open a door

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