Bruce Chandler said:
Gary Buchanan, FOG said:
Seems like a great application for iphone speakers, now if more folks would gut th... moreBruce Chandler said:
Gary Buchanan, FOG said:
Seems like a great application for iphone speakers, now if more folks would gut their iphones for the speaker the world might be a better place
Back in the day, you would find a phone booth and talk quietly so nobody could possibly overhear. Today, it seems as if you need to talk as loud as possible about private so EVERYONE can overhear....
It's almost like they're still using a tin can and a string...............
Hi Devon, I think it's great that you'll have an indoor layout! I'd so love to, but the unspoken rule here is that I have to "fi... moreHi Devon, I think it's great that you'll have an indoor layout! I'd so love to, but the unspoken rule here is that I have to "finish the outdoor layout first." Which will be like 236 years from now. But good on ya Dude! And to me, On30 has always looked like such fun!
But I'll throw out a thought. I'm sure you've thunk it already, but here goes. How about Gn15? It's 1:20 on HO track, and there's tons of examples & resources. Like Gnatterbox and Carl Arendt's work. A big focus with this crowd seems to be one how tiny you can make the layout, and still be viable / fun / realistic. For me, the attraction would be the sharing of figures, vehicles, animals, props, small structures, and props with the outdoor layout. Also, the ability to mix them with a future interchange of narrow & really narrow gauges. But like I said, just a thought.
David Maynard said:
I have considered that for one of my old computers. But I think I will just recycle them.
David... moreDavid Maynard said:
I have considered that for one of my old computers. But I think I will just recycle them.
David
Have a play with one you may be surprised, I am using an old machine that came out of a business when they upgraded.
I installed "Linux Mint" it is light weight ie doesn't have Microsofts bloatware so it loads and runs fast on older machines.
It will open faster than my Win 10 machine.
Greg Elmassian said:
I've seen this problem come and go over the last several months. At first I thought it was the https: vs ht... moreGreg Elmassian said:
I've seen this problem come and go over the last several months. At first I thought it was the https: vs http: thing, but it's not... it's like some services block secondhand posting, like flickr and photofuggit have done.
If it does not display here, but you copy the link into your browser and it works, then this site is blocked at the source... or all sites...
Usually this is a way to force you to go to the hosting site, so they get more advertising in and ping you to join/pay.
Free seldom lasts long...
Greg
I have stumbled across a problem with Edge and the "Freight Sheds" on this site.
To be able to insert an image I have had to resort to using either IE or Firefox as Edge just will not work (see discussion in "Trestle Template" thread. less
Matt Hutson said:
I installed one sound card from ITT and one from RAM inside what was to become the middle boxcar; each card ha... moreMatt Hutson said:
I installed one sound card from ITT and one from RAM inside what was to become the middle boxcar; each card had a different flange squeal recording.
I had the same idea! Thought it was original. My plan is to use the DFPlayer Mini MP3 player https://wiki.dfrobot.com/DFPlayer_Mini_SKU_DFR0299 It can be used standalone but I'd like to trigger with an accelerometer.
-Dan
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you Noel and the Misses.
The mirror is a nice touch, adds depth.
I love the animatio... moreMerry Christmas and Happy New Year to you Noel and the Misses.
The mirror is a nice touch, adds depth.
I love the animations like Dad turning the lights on the kissing couple is so; daddy!
A bit of update. My laser tube replacement this last week went well, except that it machine still doesn't cut. So I'll have a ne... moreA bit of update. My laser tube replacement this last week went well, except that it machine still doesn't cut. So I'll have a new power supply tomorrow, and hopefully that'll take care of things. Apparently the two of them routinely wear out, bummer. But I've been keeping myself busy, mainly with writing an article on the Turbine Windmill and its last standing cousin down under in Coonong, NSW, Australia, which burned down in 1984.
Yesterday I ran across a really cool set of drawings on another Turbine Windmill located in Napoli, NY. The thing was drawn up in 1977 before it was taken down soon after; haven't found any photos from before that though. According to windmill guru T. Lindsay Baker, the was reconstructed at the Glover's Mill Energy Center, in Randolph NY. But I can't find other mention or proof of that either.
The drawings can be viewed / downloaded in hi-res from the Library of Congress. They were done by professional architects / draftsmen by HAER / Nat'l Park Service.&n... less
If you are looking for amusement park rides close to 1:29 scale Lemax manufactures a number of rides under the Sight and Sounds ... moreIf you are looking for amusement park rides close to 1:29 scale Lemax manufactures a number of rides under the Sight and Sounds name. I have an amusement park area on the layout of these rides and they look really good next to 1:24 scale buildings. They have a Carousel, Ferris Wheel, Boat Ride, Bumper Cars, Scrambler, etc.
Andy Clarke said:
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Sean McGillicuddy said:
Didn't Aristo offer a club car/ railer .
Sean, yes.... A 3 trailer set was the club car one year...
I have my original set and a used set I bought a year or so ago...
Huumm.... When was the last time the BS ran mail via Amtrak in their operations? Let alone all six of them ??
I think you need to sell them and move on with real operations on the BS !
I do believe 5 of them followed some LGB Superliners here in October....
And where's my 20 bucks??? Yanno, interest is rising....
Where is my 1/2 of the roadrailers ? I just love how you blew my college fund on worthless crap that you don't run !
Echoes about the tunnel. We couldn't source anything locally like your corrugated pipe which made it a real challeng... moreEchoes about the tunnel. We couldn't source anything locally like your corrugated pipe which made it a real challenge to achieve the realistic lay and fall of the rocks you achieved.
Keep the updates coming!Aloha,
Eric
Lots of models have found homes, still loads of models, especially entry level locomotives that need new homes. Very reaso... moreLots of models have found homes, still loads of models, especially entry level locomotives that need new homes. Very reasonable prices, for the ones not listed, email Sam. Gonna be hard pressed to find better prices if you have fancied getting a live steamer to add to your stable. Some unique engines with upgrades by Norm S and Larry Herget. Here is the list updated as of this post.
Ok, here is a listing of some of the engines that are available. Most of these I have NOT tested for operation. Many are new in their boxes (mostly aristocraft and Bowande)The rest will be sold-as is-unless I can get to it to test. If you have any interest, please email me at sdimaggio at ameritech dot net.I will entertain reasonable offers. I have a range in mind for most so get there and the engine is yours plus shippping unless you take delivery at DH.Please help if you can. Peter left no will so your generous purchases directly helps her. I will try to accommodate any thoughtful off... less
Well, I stand corrected. While the Ring has some great music in it, and I'd love to hear your version, my oldest so... more Well, I stand corrected. While the Ring has some great music in it, and I'd love to hear your version, my oldest son tells me "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" music was adapted from a composition written by the Frenchman Paul Dukas! So there you have it. My bad!
Mike Toney said:
Barely into the 20's here today, got snow squalls this morning leaving a nice dusting over the railway. T... moreMike Toney said:
Barely into the 20's here today, got snow squalls this morning leaving a nice dusting over the railway. Time to move some holiday travelers over the line. My old Pearse Welshpool & Llanfair Earl is handling the duties today. Cold weather brings out the best in live steam. No power pick up issues from icing, he creates his own power and can warm your hands at the same time. Earl is RC controled with one of the palm/pocket size controlers from RCS, so while videoing the run, the controler was in my left hand and in my jacket pocket nice and warm. Merry Christmas! Mike
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last year I was at Yosemite & Sugar Pine Railroad to ride their 3 truck Shay, and that day after the morning excursion, were... morelast year I was at Yosemite & Sugar Pine Railroad to ride their 3 truck Shay, and that day after the morning excursion, were hosting a closed event with their 2 Shays double headed and with them stopping at several locations for pictures and video runby action. Wanted so bad to stay for it but was made to leave for the closed event.
