What was the fiddly part of the roof covering?
Getting the various bits lined up and covered all the way to the clerestory and s... moreWhat was the fiddly part of the roof covering?
Getting the various bits lined up and covered all the way to the clerestory and sides. I usually cover a roof with aluminum duct tape, and that can be stuck down as a continuous piece raight across the top from one side to the other. Then I cut the clerestory edges with a knife and smooth it down.
This is masking tape and it doesn't adhere as well so it is difficult to cut accurately - I resorted to scissors. Then I left it out on the deck overnight, as wife hates the smell as the paint gives up its last volatiles. It rained, and the humidity must have got to 100%.
Fortunately it will smooth down and the glue will harden - I think there's a warning on the tape saying don't leave it on for too long. On the other hand, it's quite prototypical for a backwoods RR without a professional roofer? less
I have to say, Knock on Wood, that all my eBay purchases have been what I purchased and in a few cases I got more them I expecte... moreI have to say, Knock on Wood, that all my eBay purchases have been what I purchased and in a few cases I got more them I expected. I did have on bad experience with some BMW decals that I ordered from England, they got the address wrong and the decals came all the way to my post office and then were returned because of address mixup. After talking with eBay the sell decided it was easier to return my money them re-ship. I have decided to sell some of my LGB on eBay that is just setting in my closet for some 30 years, I guess I will see what happens.
The D&RGW from Antonito, NM to Denver, CO was dual gauge for many years, I can't recall at this time when the dual gauge was... moreThe D&RGW from Antonito, NM to Denver, CO was dual gauge for many years, I can't recall at this time when the dual gauge was discontinued. This did connect the D&RGW narrow gauge to the outside world for sometime. I have pics of NG engines in Denver in there shops being worked on. So it was possible to get on a train in Silverton, CO and ride all the way to Denver, CO, of course you would have to change to many different passenger trains in the process.
trainman
This may not be part of the problem, however it could change your issue.
How did you program the smoke unit?
I tell the function... moreThis may not be part of the problem, however it could change your issue.
How did you program the smoke unit?
I tell the function key to ignore voltage dropping on smoke and then control the heater with cv 137-139. Also if using function 6 for smoke, I set cv114 to 128 to ignore voltage dropping on F6 plus i set CV 132 to 72 for steam smoke. Now you get 3 different heats for the smoke unit. Do remember to start with low values for cv 137-139 as no values would give 10 volts (read max volts from the wired power source).
CV137 is idle smoke, no fan if using a fan driven unit
CV138 is cruising smoke
CV139 is heavy load accelerating smoke less
PM SENT
They were originally $750.00 in the park and came with a display case, certificate of authenticity and a small cross sec... morePM SENT
They were originally $750.00 in the park and came with a display case, certificate of authenticity and a small cross section of rail from Walt's backyard.
Roofing material on hand... I also added some foam strips to the shed's interior to give that impression th... moreUpdate:
Roofing material on hand... I also added some foam strips to the shed's interior to give that impression that can cars pass over something. I think I will plank that whole areas to improve that illusion. I am still on the fence in terms of cutting out the hole where the conveyor would take the grain into the mill. From a more practical standpoint I am wondering what glue would I use to affix styrene to foam? I think the structure is to big to cover the foam in latex before gluing on the siding. The remains of an old mill a ways over was at least partly stone, and I am wondering if we might be better off trying to emulate that, covering the foam in stucco then carving in rocks as it sets. Each step brings more questions.
Bruce Chandler said:
Cliff Jennings said:
Atta Boy Neil, glad you're posting here!
... moreBruce Chandler said:
Cliff Jennings said:
Atta Boy Neil, glad you're posting here!
Just as a reminder, New Zealand is +16 hours from EDT. The sun won't come up there for a bit...so, unless Neil is like Ken, he won't get on for sometime yet.
I always figured I was 5 hours late but a day ahead. Not usually a whole lot of posters around when I get to check in.
This little beast turned up today, from Peter K's estate. It's essentially a flywheel car that makes a live steam loco work hard... moreThis little beast turned up today, from Peter K's estate. It's essentially a flywheel car that makes a live steam loco work harder to accelerate or slow down, thus simulating the interia of a real train.
Those look like solid steel flywheels and the ends of the 'box' are solid cast iron. The thing weighs a ton - intentionally to make sure the wheels grip and it doesn't just get dragged. One flywheel was disconnected (the gear was moved on the shaft so it didn't get driven.) That may be a way of making it work with only 1/2 the inertia!
I have no idea who made it but it is a nice job. I will be taking it to Jerry's SC&M to see if (a) his track can handle the weight and (b) whether it works. I have a little english train of Thomas stuff with a 'Countess' to pull it. If it works, I'll have to find a Thomas box van to hide the internals. less
I know this is an old post, but I have the same set lettered M of W so can go with any railroad. I only have the 10 car set, no ... moreI know this is an old post, but I have the same set lettered M of W so can go with any railroad. I only have the 10 car set, no rotary. These cars are all new in the box, I say that because, I don't think I have every run them, that I can recall and I've owned them since USA Trains introduced them. If you have never seen these cars in person they are done very nice, just like there reefers, etc. are done. I guess model railroaders just don't care for M & W work trains as I don't see many if any on garden railroads. I would sell my 10 cars for $350, which new I gave around $650 for all 10, shipping would have to be determined because of box size and weight.
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Looking to purchase or trade for a LGB 2062, this can be any of the versions that LGB produced, would prefer the U S railroads o... moreLooking to purchase or trade for a LGB 2062, this can be any of the versions that LGB produced, would prefer the U S railroads over the foreign, but since I will be redoing the engine for my logging railroad really doesn't matter. I already have a LGB 2063 in D&RGW so looking for the 6 wheeled model. I'm also willing to trade an LGB 2018D that I purchased back in 1985 from Watts Trains, I think it's only been run twice for a short time, so it's pretty much new. Willing to make an even trade for an engine of the same quality, just need to move this mogul on as I already have two others.
Ric Golding said:
Pete said - " I have 2 smaller coaches to finish, but the Single needs it's Smallbrook Conversion kit fitted. ... moreRic Golding said:
Pete said - " I have 2 smaller coaches to finish, but the Single needs it's Smallbrook Conversion kit fitted. Then we'll have a good-looking train!"
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Quite unfamiliar with what this will look like. Do you have a prototype photo you are using as an example?
Rick, there's a bunch of pictures in this thread, which is where I've been putting my photos.
https://www.gscalecentral.net/threads/anyone-else-used-thomas-bigscale-coaches.309584/page-2
There are photos in Jerry Barnes original thread on converting the Emily to a Single.
http://www.largescalecentral.com/forums/topic/22564/stirling-single-lined-with-wood-coaches
This pic is the overall effect I am after, on a smaller scale. 6-wheel and bogie coaches behind a Single.
I was curious myself, so I took the coach to my office where the Emily and 2 6-wheelers sit waiting for their turn. less
Pete, Fred, Al, Dan,
Thanks for all your help!
Here are photos of both locomotives finally completed with, Friends Of The East B... morePete, Fred, Al, Dan,
Thanks for all your help!
Here are photos of both locomotives finally completed with, Friends Of The East Broad Top number 12 number plate, ready for kids to run at events.
Ken
Thanks, everyone! Bill, I forgot you had mentioned that screw size. Dan, that TrainLi package probably makes a sensi... moreThanks, everyone! Bill, I forgot you had mentioned that screw size. Dan, that TrainLi package probably makes a sensical buy out here on the far end of the supply line! I'll add it to my fall "strategic parts purchase."
As for LEDs, once Bill got me over my fear of DIY and a few good natured pokes from others got me to take on Soldering Iron (an ally of the dreaded Jig Saw), I really got to appreciate these things. I've had no luck with solar lights, but these LEDs and that copper tape offer some intriguing possibilities! In the meantime, here are the results of what the boys and I put together yesterday:
It is really cool as the train passes Lake Inferior. The video doesn't do it justice, but you can just make out the lights reflecting off the water;
Video: Crummy Attempt to Capture Light from Coach Windows Reflecting off the Water
Now to find those screws!
Eric
P.S. John, I have a hundred pack of these LEDs to get through! I am loo... less
Nice weathering! I guess you can now do "Grams". However, I think I've seen that done before. Great stor... moreNice weathering! I guess you can now do "Grams". However, I think I've seen that done before. Great story about how the "Gramps" cars came to be. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks all. I’m not ready to take on building a cab from scratch because I have too many other projects going right now! I... moreThanks all. I’m not ready to take on building a cab from scratch because I have too many other projects going right now! I really like the idea of a wood cab simply because the doors don’t open on the brass one. And I’d be hesitant to hack that up.
Eric said - "So when are the Twins coming to O'ahu? Nice, nice work!"
Yes, the build is very nice. Right now they are in r... moreEric said - "So when are the Twins coming to O'ahu? Nice, nice work!"
Yes, the build is very nice. Right now they are in route back to our home base for the next level of work. Power control and graphics are waiting to be installed. There have been sightings of there travels.
As far as making a trip to Paradise - Been there, done that, got the t-shirt, wore it out. I've heard the bridge as not been built, yet. And our days of hurling across the sky in a steel tube are behind us. ;-) less
We just got the issue today! The boys were so excited, they immediately took to the lanai to crack on some projects! ... moreWe just got the issue today! The boys were so excited, they immediately took to the lanai to crack on some projects! We are taking this as a "coming of age moment." I will see if I can find an old photo of what that corner used to look like!
