I've made very slow progress toward a load for the delivery truck. I started with what I thought would be the hardest thing: bar... moreI've made very slow progress toward a load for the delivery truck. I started with what I thought would be the hardest thing: barrels. I have some relatively poor barrels (no details) and wanted something that was more equal to the truck itself, so I figured: how hard can it be?
Well, that didn't work out so well. I am just wrapping up my 4th try on building a barrel that is not completely laughable. My basic approach is to use 1/2" PVC pipe inside the barrel, wrapping it with wood. I've been struggling with 2 things: getting the overall shape right and getting the staves to be curved in the right way. Hoo boy. Lots o fun.
My first try is too skinny and not very curvy:
The barrel on the right is one that I had laying around that is considered to not have enough detail. Getting the staves to curve and getting the barrel to be fatter were the subjects of the 2nd try (no pics on that one, but staves were breaking after soaking and drying).
My 3rd try (after some suggestions from Da... less
Video Embedding
This topic has to be re-mastered every time the site owner makes an upgrade to the software. For this incarnatio... moreVideo Embedding
This topic has to be re-mastered every time the site owner makes an upgrade to the software. For this incarnation the procedure is...
1. Grab the embed code from the YouTube video (directly on the video) right click in OPERA (copy embed code); right click in FireFox (Copy embed code); right click in Chrome (get embed code);right click in IE (get embed code).2. In the reply window click on "insert/edit video" button in the top row (looks like a movie frame), and select "Embed".
3. Paste the embed code (copied from YouTube) in the box and click "OK".
That's what we all found works now. Some day down the road we will have to find a new way for new software, but for now this works. Have fun!
Photo inserting
1. Start by uploading your photos to a server. You have storage space in the Freight Shed on this web site.2. After they are uploaded, click on the file you want to open.3. Once it is opened, RIGHT click on the picture and select copy image location. DO NOT use the url in the address bar of... less
Video Embedding
This topic has to be re-mastered every time the site owner makes an upgrade to the software. For this incarnatio... moreVideo Embedding
This topic has to be re-mastered every time the site owner makes an upgrade to the software. For this incarnation the procedure is...
1. Grab the embed code from the YouTube video (directly on the video) right click in OPERA (copy embed code); right click in FireFox (Copy embed code); right click in Chrome (get embed code);right click in IE (get embed code).2. In the reply window click on "insert/edit video" button in the top row (looks like a movie frame), and select "Embed".
3. Paste the embed code (copied from YouTube) in the box and click "OK".
That's what we all found works now. Some day down the road we will have to find a new way for new software, but for now this works. Have fun!
Photo inserting
1. Start by uploading your photos to a server. You have storage space in the Freight Shed on this web site.2. After they are uploaded, click on the file you want to open.3. Once it is opened, RIGHT click on the picture and select copy image location. DO NOT use the url in the address bar of... less
Stanley Ames said:
I have had good luck with Fedex ground on damage claims. I simply claim what the buyer paid and they ha... moreStanley Ames said:
I have had good luck with Fedex ground on damage claims. I simply claim what the buyer paid and they have refunded the entire amount plus shipping. Smart post is more difficult to claim and I have yet to have to try the post office claim process but understand it is fair.
Perhaps this is because I ship more frequently and have few claims.
Stan
So now you have made me skeptical. I wonder if this guy sent me the $15 then used my pictures to support a claim and get paid twice! I don't think so, but it sounds like a good racket. less
Hello Mike.
The testing went well this weekend.
The 5 volt relay is in a USAT GP-38 and worked as expected. I will process the p... moreHello Mike.
The testing went well this weekend.
The 5 volt relay is in a USAT GP-38 and worked as expected. I will process the photographs and write up the installation today. It will be posted as soon as I can.
Dave, great photos, especially the iPhone shot. If that's you in makeup, whoa! And I thought I got dirty after two days on a C&a... moreDave, great photos, especially the iPhone shot. If that's you in makeup, whoa! And I thought I got dirty after two days on a C&T photo freight a few years back. Ruined a perfectly good ski jacket riding in the gon out to Antonito and back. I see the members of the C&T are touting the Number 315 photo run, but it's not in our financial cards right now. I love them little locos.
For a PA, it’s looking pretty good! Didn’t re-read, but skimmed comments from page 5 (just in case you were wrong) &... moreFor a PA, it’s looking pretty good! Didn’t re-read, but skimmed comments from page 5 (just in case you were wrong) and since the ditch lights flash like the ones on the new Amtrak San Joaquin locomotives they fit what you are modeling!
That sounds perfect! Really looking forward to seeing how you craft it, it'll be great.
And I think we both know you'd finish it... moreThat sounds perfect! Really looking forward to seeing how you craft it, it'll be great.
And I think we both know you'd finish it about 10x faster than me, haha!
Heck, I've bought stuff 3 or 4 times with PP since this post came out. No problems.
Just remember, it isn't Amazon Prime. He shi... moreHeck, I've bought stuff 3 or 4 times with PP since this post came out. No problems.
Just remember, it isn't Amazon Prime. He ships once a week.
Joe Zullo said:
Bill,
Your YouTube link is incomplete and has no https:
... moreJoe Zullo said:
Bill,
Your YouTube link is incomplete and has no https:
Its an issue with posting from a mobile device. I added a link if you want to cli over to YouTube for it
My first open house of the "Johnson Valley Railroad" will be happening on July 6th from 10am to 5pm. I am in paramount, CA .
Lay... moreMy first open house of the "Johnson Valley Railroad" will be happening on July 6th from 10am to 5pm. I am in paramount, CA .
Layout has 3 separate loops, kitbashed structures/rolling stock, 3 tunnels, fish pond, etc... message me for address if interested.
thanks,
scott-
Thanks Cliff for the kind words, I'm glad your like the kit. Of course if you need any assistance please drop me a mail.
... moreThanks Cliff for the kind words, I'm glad your like the kit. Of course if you need any assistance please drop me a mail.
Unfortunately they have not been walking out the door and I have been considering advertising within publications to help. I've just not had the time to get suitable pictures or driven the process.
Greg and Rooster - I have some other sound system projects taking priority right now, so it will be awhile before I'll be able t... moreGreg and Rooster - I have some other sound system projects taking priority right now, so it will be awhile before I'll be able to test a hall sensor with the Phoenix sound board and Massoth decoder. But once I do it, I'll certainly post the results, successful or unsuccessful, for everyone.
Thanks for both your inputs.
Tom
