My battery powered LGB/Kalamazoo/Lionel LS engines have just a simple on/off toggle switch, with battery voltage being set to a ... moreMy battery powered LGB/Kalamazoo/Lionel LS engines have just a simple on/off toggle switch, with battery voltage being set to a nice slow speed. Keeps costs down and reused the RC car batteries I had on hand already. Then 2 live steamers with one having RCS RC control using their nice palm size controller. The second live steamer will get the RC in time if I keep it(probably will as I paid a bit to much for it). My friend uses the Crest Revolution RC control in his battery converted engines and RCS for his live steamers. Mike less
Thanks. The pictures I have show the roofs as GAP described them. The vertical surfaces show no clear se... moreAll:
Thanks. The pictures I have show the roofs as GAP described them. The vertical surfaces show no clear seams. Some field research today as I drove through a more rural part of the island with buildings that date to an earlier time confirmed at least the roofs are "dressed" along the edged, with some overlap of the upper sheets as described. Smaller buildings clearly had one sheet, where possible.
I imagine the mills, which were driving force of the economy, kept things pretty standardized and in fighting trim to the end of sugar. Out buildings and private property probably had repairs done based on size of hole, size of available material, and dedication of the repairman!
It wasnt enough, been dry as a bone ever since. We might get some rain late Sunday or Monday. We are in a drought he... moreIt wasnt enough, been dry as a bone ever since. We might get some rain late Sunday or Monday. We are in a drought here, counties to our north are starting to impose burn bans due to how dry it is and harvest just getting started, so lots of dry crops that could burn.
The SM-2's name is what I was looking for. Thank you very much. Yep, I have run in to the backwards wiring before.&n... moreThe SM-2's name is what I was looking for. Thank you very much. Yep, I have run in to the backwards wiring before. I thought this had to do with what side of the equator they were installed on. I have learned those little electrons don't care what color the wire insulation is. Its one of those human things. I've lived on the edge before and used a black cable for the positive side of the battery. Just wrapped a little red tape around it. However, this does remind me of my 1959 Triumph TR-3A with the positive ground electrical system. Ahhh, the "Prince of the Darkness".
Should have named my Son, Lucas.
Boy, what memories, changed it over to 12 volt negative ground. Everything worked once we changed the generator, regulator and starter. Volt meter read backwards, until we reversed the wires. less
I am trying to contact the various garden railroad groups in California for distribution of a new, free, eNewsletter. ... moreI am trying to contact the various garden railroad groups in California for distribution of a new, free, eNewsletter. I am familiar with most of the major garden railroading clubs in California, but am trying to determine if any have slipped through the cracks.We have identified:1:32 Scale GroupBAGRSCentral California Coast GRSDel Oro PacificDoorhollowDiablo Pacific ShortlineFairplex VolunteersGold Coast/Ventura CountyLiving Desert Volunteers (Is this still running and does anyone have a contact???)Mendocino CoastOCGRSRedwood EmpireSVGRSSDGRSSan Leandro Historical Railway SocietySCVGRSShasta GRSSo Cal GRSTruckee DonnerUpland GRSIf you know of any others, please let me know and, if possible, provide a contact/email address.Thanks,Todd BrodyVice President, OCGRS less
Dan Pierce said:
The side rods have simulated oil/grease caps that should face up. I switch the wheel sets end to end to k... moreDan Pierce said:
The side rods have simulated oil/grease caps that should face up. I switch the wheel sets end to end to keep the axle gears in the proper place. This does make the side rods upside down.
On another note, I use a 2 inch square frqame speaker which fits real nice in the front of the engine and I did hollow out the grill and placed Xmas ribbon behind the grill to hide the speaker. I used black on the D&RGW green unit, but red on the LGB 3 axle unit. One of my units has a brass mesh.
Thanks Dan, sorry for the delay, we went camping for a few days.
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Nice !!!!!! Those turned out just awesome, the chip/scrap cars look just like some of the ones I have seem around the west coast... moreNice !!!!!! Those turned out just awesome, the chip/scrap cars look just like some of the ones I have seem around the west coast, about the same age too! Looks like some track work under the deck is going to be needed before spring running, or maybe before winter arrives.
Pete Thornton said:
The handle is a wooden dowel with some pipe insulation added.
At that length and weight, I'd be very worried... morePete Thornton said:
The handle is a wooden dowel with some pipe insulation added.
At that length and weight, I'd be very worried what happens when it breaks. I would pick it up at the ends
Too heavy and awkward to do that.. it is a balance thing to .. It works as is until then ..
One of the old Beck 0-6-2 green Helene live steamers is also on my wish list. Something to pull my LGB Euro stuff. &... moreOne of the old Beck 0-6-2 green Helene live steamers is also on my wish list. Something to pull my LGB Euro stuff.
Vic Smith said:
I sure hope they can get ahead of it this weekend. Santa Ana winds are returning next week.
Hey Vic,
Becau... moreVic Smith said:
I sure hope they can get ahead of it this weekend. Santa Ana winds are returning next week.
Hey Vic,
Because we have property involved in this fire, I receive updates on my cell phone twice a day. This morning, we had good news because containment jumped to 50% last night. About thirty minutes ago, I received another text from the USFS saying they were laying stronger containment hand lines all through the night and all day today. Mop ups are even starting around Mt. Wilson and the observatory.
On a side note, this fire has been under investigation ever since it started on September 6 late in the afternoon. Last night, the L.A. Times reported that So. Cal. Edison's equipment near Cogswell Dam is under suspicion as what started the fire. Their "Incident Reports" were confiscated early in the investigation. A report filed by Edison to the Public Utilities Commission showed that Edison thought they had a "minor incident" around the time of the start of the Bobcat Fire, but just took it ... less
I will try and focus on this during the weekend. Been busy with kids practice and studying for my securities license exam.... moreI will try and focus on this during the weekend. Been busy with kids practice and studying for my securities license exam. The next textbook won't get here until next week so I have some free time. Maybe try and figure out how to get a decoder reading with JMRI. I just ordered a RRAmpmeter for future troubleshooting.
lessee...Hawaii is dang hot, at least by Alaskan standards. Add in locomotive crew next to a hot boiler...yep, they'll lik... morelessee...Hawaii is dang hot, at least by Alaskan standards. Add in locomotive crew next to a hot boiler...yep, they'll likely want all the 'air conditioning' they can get, which means big windows. They'll still want a roof, though (sun-shield)
Ray, I've spent about the last hour catching up on all of your great adventures. What magnificent scenery and wildlife.&nb... moreRay, I've spent about the last hour catching up on all of your great adventures. What magnificent scenery and wildlife. Living my life in the heavily forested southeastern US has given me little appreciation for the desert landscape of Arizona and Nevada, but through your videos, I have been able to witness the grand beauty of this area. I certainly enjoyed the history behind the various mines, but the inclusion of the wildlife and the vast night sky is what really made the videos for me. Many thanks for allowing us to tag along. less
I read where the early model Bachman Lyn was geared for speed, while the later model was nicely geared.
So when I see one on eBa... moreI read where the early model Bachman Lyn was geared for speed, while the later model was nicely geared.
So when I see one on eBay etc. how does one tell the difference or is there a specific question to ask the seller which provides a telltale?
-WES
At Kingston station in Rhode Island and Mansfield station in Massachusetts, Acela trains pass by at 150 mph (241 km/h).
When you... moreAt Kingston station in Rhode Island and Mansfield station in Massachusetts, Acela trains pass by at 150 mph (241 km/h).
When you hear this train coming, it is right on top of you!! Several deaths from people trying to cross the tracks.
I had guessed it was you John but I could not find it searching your posts. Gonn... moreBoomer K. MOGWAI said:
My thanks to all.
I had guessed it was you John but I could not find it searching your posts. Gonna steal some of those ideas for the interior. A great build. I hope I am worthy of your design.
We knew you had that interior design in your blood! They have pink tea in Kashmir as well !!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vbeilE0UrQ
I'd go with the larger 4-amp decoder, definitely, on this one. The 2-amp boards are okay for 1-motor locos which will not be pul... moreI'd go with the larger 4-amp decoder, definitely, on this one. The 2-amp boards are okay for 1-motor locos which will not be pulling heavy loads, but there's no excuse not to use the bigger board in this loco. Plenty of space, and the extra $50 for peace of mind knowing it's up to the task. (It's worth $50 not to have to take the bugger apart a second time to troubleshoot a problematic board.)
Later,
K
The wheels turned up today from Slaters, and I have to say they are beautiful. The top one is 3/4" diam (1'3" in 1:19th scale) a... moreThe wheels turned up today from Slaters, and I have to say they are beautiful. The top one is 3/4" diam (1'3" in 1:19th scale) and the other, which is planned for the railtruck, is 5/8" diameter . Dig the curly spokes.
I asked about 45mm axles and flush ends. Slaters offered the 45mm axles but didn't have flush end versions, but they are only mild steel so easy to cut with the Dremel. Here's the comparison with a Bachmann 'small' wheel pair, and a Bachmann/Liliput regular size pair.
They will be perfect for the front wheels of the railtruck:
This is the order I sent to Slaters, if you want something similar:
Qty Product ID Product Name - Options Price/ea Extended 1 1612DIN 1... less
