S^*t brick rock.
Devon, having conversation starting names for things on the railroad can be good, or bad. I have "Resignation B... moreS^*t brick rock.
Devon, having conversation starting names for things on the railroad can be good, or bad. I have "Resignation Bridge" that crosses over "Prostitution Rock".
I am starting to have self esteem/confidence issues.
Oh yea. Right. Like I don't have those pangs, being awarded the "badge of shame" or being crowned "King Butt Modeler".
Suck it up pal, and wear those labels with pride. You are you, and no one else can wear the awards you have earned.
Weather much better today got up to 70 degrees what a nice addition and was able to get some Mik stuff done, cut ou... more Weather much better today got up to 70 degrees what a nice addition and was able to get some Mik stuff done, cut out the floor/base for the house and also cut out the concrete block for the structural to sit on, scored the block and started to glue it on when I realized I had not install the termite barrier lucky though I was able to take the 4 pillars before it dried, the base is made from 1/4" PVC board that I got from Home Depot when I did my city water tower and has be just sitting around waiting to be used, the block is from 1/2" Lowes PVC board and will show it after it is painted, more to come, Bill less
I'm sure it is a typo, where you said "sanding of the swing rail aces".... what did you mean to put there? (also called point ra... moreI'm sure it is a typo, where you said "sanding of the swing rail aces".... what did you mean to put there? (also called point rails I think)
Glad you are making improvements, seems that almost everything Aristo made needed some tweaking.
Yea, I keep lurking on Ebay for stuff I want, and eventually the stuff I am looking for comes along at a price I am willing to p... moreYea, I keep lurking on Ebay for stuff I want, and eventually the stuff I am looking for comes along at a price I am willing to pay. Of course, I know what the fair price is, and don't expect to get stuff at "give away" prices. Although, that does sometimes happen.
ALT F4 will shut down open windows and apps too, like Firefox. Sometimes I get the windows needs updated now window in Firefox a... moreALT F4 will shut down open windows and apps too, like Firefox. Sometimes I get the windows needs updated now window in Firefox and the red x doesn't work.
I like using Ambroid Pro Weld Professional plastic welder when gluing plastic together. I have used it on a couple of scratch bu... moreI like using Ambroid Pro Weld Professional plastic welder when gluing plastic together. I have used it on a couple of scratch built freight cars and it does a good job.
Paul,
I admit it. I just felt in love by seeing your SP SD40-2T #8303! Looks great with the SP-styled nose lights package and ca... morePaul,
I admit it. I just felt in love by seeing your SP SD40-2T #8303! Looks great with the SP-styled nose lights package and cab's roof-mounted devices.
This particular gambit works fine, and you can watch the indicator in the FireFox tab to see when it finishes loading, so swappi... moreThis particular gambit works fine, and you can watch the indicator in the FireFox tab to see when it finishes loading, so swapping between forums is easy and basically I am not waiting on the page loading.
A beautiful working model. Attention to details as they say. Having lived by an old windmill as a child I have alway... moreA beautiful working model. Attention to details as they say. Having lived by an old windmill as a child I have always been fascinated by any form of mill. I have a model mill on my railroad, but it is an Aldi supermarket one, but at least it is fine outdoors.
Great news that you can get a new cab, I would suggest following up on the old one and trying to bring it back to life, just so ... moreGreat news that you can get a new cab, I would suggest following up on the old one and trying to bring it back to life, just so you can say YEA, I did that.
Good luck guy
John Passaro said:
Rick, the construction is very good, and the sticks are convincing to me.
&nb... moreJohn Passaro said:
Rick, the construction is very good, and the sticks are convincing to me.
Do you have a model to imitate for your paint job? I don't know about the dark stain. Just my thoughts, but I found some success using an ink/watered-down black stain that darkens the wood to a nice grey and let's the warmth of the wood still show through. Then I paint, letting however much of the underpainting show through depending on what I'm after.
I'll go find a picture which may be useful depending on the look you're after, maybe not. Judging from your chimney you obviously know what you're doing.
Not knowing what I am doing has never stopped me from plowing ahead. I use a mixture of black leather dye and alcohol on almost everything I build. Your right about it bringing out the nice grey tones in the wood that will show through the thinned/washed paint. These "sticks" are a hardwood, probably Birch, so will not ... less
Greg,
Thank you for offering to keep an eye out. I'm not looking for anything in particular, just so long as it is a Chessie eng... moreGreg,
Thank you for offering to keep an eye out. I'm not looking for anything in particular, just so long as it is a Chessie engine in good shape in my price range.
Watching all of the 2020 MIK threads but trying to stay out of them until voting. Bonus points for you John with hitting o... moreWatching all of the 2020 MIK threads but trying to stay out of them until voting. Bonus points for you John with hitting old pics on LSC and doing your research here !
I personally like Lemo or know as the J tower myself.
Good afternoon everyone :
I'm hoping I can get some wiring help. I want to install motor units on my piko switches . I made my o... moreGood afternoon everyone :
I'm hoping I can get some wiring help. I want to install motor units on my piko switches . I made my own control panel with momentary toggle switches to control them. I found wiring diagrams that help me but I keep seeing references to "real diodes " . Can someone tell me what size I need and how to install them . I have a USA TRAINS train power 10 and I don't know if that makes a difference. Also, where I can get them. I'm new to the hobby and you guy's have already helped me twice and I'm hoping you will do it again. Another diagram would be really helpful too.
Thank's
Bob less
I'll tell him Timmy, talk to him several times each week.
His email address has not changed though, at least in the last 10 year... moreI'll tell him Timmy, talk to him several times each week.
His email address has not changed though, at least in the last 10 years.
