Dan,
Having done a search, Kadee has patents on the coupler. I have not found patents on the box itself.
The CamPac box ca... moreDan,
Having done a search, Kadee has patents on the coupler. I have not found patents on the box itself.
The CamPac box can be considered as an accessory that uses the parts from a Kadee coupler kit, except for the box. The user is to acquire the whole Kadee kit to obtain those parts.
The CamPac box facilitates direct body mount fitment of centerset type couplers to selected 1/29 scale cars and locos.
-Ted
Okay the next question is how does one engineer a Howe.
Devon, some years ago that question was posed over on MLS, and they foun... moreOkay the next question is how does one engineer a Howe.
Devon, some years ago that question was posed over on MLS, and they found a website for a military college that had the whole works on it. How to design and build all sorts of bridges - including a Howe Truss. Does anyone else remember, and know where it is?
Forrest Scott Wood said:
Greg Elmassian said:
So, are you going to contact YouToob and get this fixed?
Yep, did take the action... moreForrest Scott Wood said:
Greg Elmassian said:
So, are you going to contact YouToob and get this fixed?
Yep, did take the action yesterday from links in that message from them.
I still think the problem's origin is in defective people with sub-par deductive reasoning ability.
The email from TCS employee "Dan" indicates firmware versions 4.7.3, but with mandatory NMRA CV7 not reading back anything at al... moreThe email from TCS employee "Dan" indicates firmware versions 4.7.3, but with mandatory NMRA CV7 not reading back anything at all, and the alternative CV's reading a date, it's disappointing as a user that I cannot determine the firmware version of my hardware.
Clearly TCS works internally under version numbers, especially since "Dan" references 4.7.3 as the version where things are fixed.
I suppose I could assemble some approximation of versions by what features are or are not in the audio menu, but a customer should not be forced to become a "forensic software detective" in order to determine if he has the right version or not.
I'm assembling a factual email to TCS customer service, just need to supply the CV 248 through CV 252 information in my decoders, besides as the audio readback and CV7 information (I have Z scale decoders also).
I'm hoping they will tell me to send them back. They are all unused at the moment, although it will revert my eggliner back to the dark ages of DC, i... less
John, must have been ET's. The box car makes it thru my narrowest thru truss bridge. Thank's for that.
I was prepar... moreJohn, must have been ET's. The box car makes it thru my narrowest thru truss bridge. Thank's for that.
I was prepared to cut the side trusses off and make it a deck.
I'm pretty happy how this one came out. Shame it's gonna get all crusty and rusty. I'll have to go over it after the side is fin... moreI'm pretty happy how this one came out. Shame it's gonna get all crusty and rusty. I'll have to go over it after the side is finished to freshen it up.
I have on several occasions used this to temporarily change a name or lo... moreWell in that case Dennis I do have a suggestion.
I have on several occasions used this to temporarily change a name or logo. Make your new names on styrene of appropriate size.
Lay the locomotive on its side and put a gob of Elmer's white glue (not paste just the plain old school glue that was safe to eat thirty years ago). Wait for that to dry. Flip over repeat on other side. It will have an amazingly tough adhesion.
For removal lay locomotive on its side and put a little water so that it runs under the temp sign. Wait an hour or so and the sign should lift right off. A little washing and soap will remove the remaining residue without harming the original lettering.
I do not recommend just yanking the signs off as the hard glue may lift or damage the original stencil ink.
Hope this helps. Looking forward to seeing what you decide on and the results. less
"...The batteries are easily replaceable, but at what cost? Home Depot sells a 4-pack of AAA NiMH batteries for $8...."
I tend t... more"...The batteries are easily replaceable, but at what cost? Home Depot sells a 4-pack of AAA NiMH batteries for $8...."
I tend to upgrade (predominantly on 1:1 applications) to batt's that have close to 2000mah that i have acquired for less than $3cdn (with a coupon even better and quite often energizersTM), meaning last longer thru the night and calendar-wise (usually beyond a couple yrs).
doug c
Don't know if this will be of any use to you but here are a couple pictures of a table section I built back in 2013, for our clu... moreDon't know if this will be of any use to you but here are a couple pictures of a table section I built back in 2013, for our clubs modular layout.
If I remember right the modular sections are 5 foot so that would make the lift bridge about 30 -32 inches wide. As you can see the hinges (we used 3 for strength) are set up on blocks about 1/2 or 3/4 inches high to provide lift clearance for the track. on the left hand end is a lift handle and just to the left of it you can see the centering pin showing through the deck.
With the bridge in the raised position you can see the gas cylinder used to assist the lifting, works really well. At each side of the bottom of the cylinder you can see the track power jumper wires that keep the bridge rails hot. On the left side between the rails you can see the centering pin, a 1/4 inch bolt that fits into a piece of copper tubing embedded in the bridge deck, this keeps the pin from eating out the wood after a thousand ups and dow... less
So...I was just thinking about this...and wondering. And after examining the "facts" here I will apparently keep won... moreSo...I was just thinking about this...and wondering. And after examining the "facts" here I will apparently keep wondering, though I have probably heard the "real story", but just forgotten it... But it sure is amazing what a search can dig up. Four years ago...
But, I was also thinking that maybe some other folks should get an appropriate nickname? Like Jon, who was mentioned in another post as "Where's the other half?". So, half-Jon? Or perhaps Half-Bath?
Or, perhaps that trivializes his accomplishment too much? But, hey! That's what we DO here! less
Joe Zullo said:
The easiest way to do this would be with a trail car. I believe our own Jon Radder has done this. Maybe he will ... moreJoe Zullo said:
The easiest way to do this would be with a trail car. I believe our own Jon Radder has done this. Maybe he will chime in.
Yes I've done trail cars with both power and sound, but the loco connection is not always that easy; especially if you have no idea what wire is what. I prefer on-board battery - r/c whenever possible as I do switching and sometimes that trail car makes things just a bit too long. But it is a good inexpensive way to convert several locos and I still use one with my diesels. less
Great to hear from you Bob. I've been off-line for the last 4 days or I would have commented sooner. You were definitely m... moreGreat to hear from you Bob. I've been off-line for the last 4 days or I would have commented sooner. You were definitely missed at Ken's. Your name, and outhouse were in the conversation often. It will be great to see you in July if you can make it to Bob's. Continued good luck with your treatments.
Glad you had a chance to get some Operations in. All we've had for the last 4 days is rain. Gonna need a bailer to get the grass... moreGlad you had a chance to get some Operations in. All we've had for the last 4 days is rain. Gonna need a bailer to get the grass done..............;)
c" Rooster " said:
Steve McKenzie said:
By the way Rick you'll see I did get to try out the bib you passed on at Ken's very hand... morec" Rooster " said:
Steve McKenzie said:
By the way Rick you'll see I did get to try out the bib you passed on at Ken's very handy.
After a full morning of operations hardly a single stain unlike certain fowl we know of! The pockets are perfect to hold your beer in.
Thanks Joe and Joe.
I found the following specs on Ebay. Unit Measures: 18" x 3/8" x 4" x 6"
Our big train show is i... moreThanks Joe and Joe.
I found the following specs on Ebay. Unit Measures: 18" x 3/8" x 4" x 6"
Our big train show is in September, so I'm hoping I'll be able to find one there.
I have in my hot little hands, a sealed, original package, one of these kits.
It is being sold for a friend.... moreI have in my hot little hands, a sealed, original package, one of these kits.
It is being sold for a friend...
If interested please make a reasonable offer. It will be shipped by mail...
Fred Mills, millsf@sympatico.ca
Chris, I'm very patient.
Craig, I started my Dash 9 with Canadian cab in 2012, and it's still not complete. You're definitely n... moreChris, I'm very patient.
Craig, I started my Dash 9 with Canadian cab in 2012, and it's still not complete. You're definitely not alone.
Jon Foster said:
Check it out guys. I found this model on Thingiverse and thought I'd give it a quick try. It turned out pretty ... moreJon Foster said:
Check it out guys. I found this model on Thingiverse and thought I'd give it a quick try. It turned out pretty nice too. All it needs is a bit of paint and weathering then out to the layout.
Jon.
Cool - looks real. Oh no - who left the door open . Whewwwwwwwwww
The "annie" chassis I ordered from Bachmann came in today. So did the smoke generator I ordered for the dragon rail bus. It'll s... moreThe "annie" chassis I ordered from Bachmann came in today. So did the smoke generator I ordered for the dragon rail bus. It'll send smoke out the nostrils of the dragon head.
Sure wish I had that, and I live in Lancaster so I could just come pick it up! If it is still available when I have that kinda m... moreSure wish I had that, and I live in Lancaster so I could just come pick it up! If it is still available when I have that kinda money I may take it!
