Bob, that's a Bronson-Tate Mason Bogie cab, I think. B-T also makes a cab for the 4-4-0 which is available from Jason at T... moreBob, that's a Bronson-Tate Mason Bogie cab, I think. B-T also makes a cab for the 4-4-0 which is available from Jason at TTD.
https://www.thetraindepartment.com/bronson-tate-kits/replacement-wood-cabs/4-4-0-cab/
That might be convertible to fit the C-16. Or, with Vance's info, you could make your own.
I checked my C-16 files and found 2 photos of a wooden cab which appeared to be glued from parts on top of brass.
Nick, perhaps he ment
gonkulator
[common; from the 1960s Hogan's Heroes TV series] A pretentious piece of equipment that a... moreNick, perhaps he ment
gonkulator
[common; from the 1960s Hogan's Heroes TV series] A pretentious piece of equipment that actually serves no useful purpose. Usually used to describe one's least favorite piece of computer hardware. See gonk. have used it many times in conversations to describe a piece of junk, funny, if it is spelled correctly with an L I have no ides the meaning, BB
That's some amazing vinyl cutter work, Cliff and Dan! I have the other brand of vinyl cutter, a Silhouette. Very hap... moreThat's some amazing vinyl cutter work, Cliff and Dan! I have the other brand of vinyl cutter, a Silhouette. Very happy with it; have used it mostly for building signage. I use only Oracal 651 vinyl topped with clear UV. Here are a few examples, followed by a couple examples showing the limitations.All of the signage on the buildings shown here are done with the vinyl cutter. Although this is indoors at our Thanksgiving show, these buildings have been outside spring thru fall for several years without any issues.Signage on the building here is vinyl; trolley signage isn't.Limitations 1) While my vinyl cutter will cut fine detail with impressive accuracy, I don't do lettering smaller than about 1/2" high. I'm limited by my ability to weed (remove excess vinyl) and transfer the vinyl to my building. So I wouldn't try to use it for rolling stock reporting marks. 2) It's best to adhere the vinyl to a smooth surface, such as ABS sheet. For textured surfaces, ... less
Thanks Nick, certainly enjoyed looking at your train, great goods looking especially like the tender, is it powered? Thanks for ... moreThanks Nick, certainly enjoyed looking at your train, great goods looking especially like the tender, is it powered? Thanks for the share, Bill
Sorry to hear of your computer woes.
I know from first hand experience how much equipment a lightning strike can fry! I hope you... moreSorry to hear of your computer woes.
I know from first hand experience how much equipment a lightning strike can fry! I hope you are back up and running soon.
thanks dan. I believe they were copper coated first also. I figured an abrasive would wear the nickel off if it’s too abra... morethanks dan. I believe they were copper coated first also. I figured an abrasive would wear the nickel off if it’s too abrasive. I was curious if anyone else had tried nickel plating the rail and if so, what were their results. Do you know of anyone who tried it? i was unaware that Trainli and LGB did the process. Do they still offer nickel rail?
Thanks Cliff, they sure are strong, the engineer in me is gonna buy that every time.. I mainly do the stringer approach so... moreThanks Cliff, they sure are strong, the engineer in me is gonna buy that every time.. I mainly do the stringer approach so I can treat & stain them in one go, otherwise I‘d be doing over 500 individual ties for this project. This first tie strip was a bit of an experiment in several ways. The next ‘covid fail’ was that I only had 20 mm brads (say ¾”) on hand. The ties are only ½” thick so they were always going to be too long but there was no way to get the right size during level 4 lockdown. First plan was just to grind/cut them off.But even prying them off the template was a mission in itself.
You can see above how the router smashed up the ties before I made the new jig.
Not sure if it shows in the pic but it looked really ugly. Add to that some of the cut marks weren’t going to be under the rails. Ok. Plan B, make them the right length. How hard could that be..At least the base was flush. I&rsquo... less
You would think with all the old barn/farm sets made years ago that there would be at least some 1/24 samples around. I haven&rs... moreYou would think with all the old barn/farm sets made years ago that there would be at least some 1/24 samples around. I haven’t started looking but do notice anytime a presier set come up on eBay they sell for a small fortune. I need to talk to an RC buddy who has a printer about at least making full sides of dressed beef for me. I can cut them at the 10th or 12th rib then hang them the way I want. Seems like I’m going to need to havE him make me up some angus and herefords too.
Part of what I was atttempting to do is warn sellers that these markings exist and a customer can demand a return for mis-inform... morePart of what I was atttempting to do is warn sellers that these markings exist and a customer can demand a return for mis-information.
Also when I notified this seller that is was not LGB he said it said LGB on the caboose??? I did not see that. Perhaps it was in the LGB box by mistake when this person bought it, and I agree buyer beware, but seller should also beware!!
I got back from my trip to the Poconos and the weather is still cooperating, so more paint and progress. The stove is Accu... moreI got back from my trip to the Poconos and the weather is still cooperating, so more paint and progress. The stove is Accucraft from a J&S coach, and I made the chairs from leftovers.
The paint was a bit garish, so I dug in my stash and found some "Hunt Club Green" satin which went on very nicely. I did sand down the paint with a little wet 320 emory which helped.
The end rails and grabs are on (also ex-Accucraft) and I am slowly making the roof. As NENG only gave me some flat 1/16th basswood, it has to be glued on the curved ribs and left for 24 hours to set properly.
There's the clerestory getting its wings glued on. The big lump on each end is a partially shaped balsa block that I have to curve to match the roof. As the clerestory is painted and will need to be masked, I'll probably glue in the windows before painting the roof. less
Pete Lassen said:
Rick Marty said:
Korm Kormsen said:
Well said Korm but let's not leave Chuck out of the group. Take a look her... morePete Lassen said:
Rick Marty said:
Korm Kormsen said:
Well said Korm but let's not leave Chuck out of the group. Take a look here.
http://www.finescalerr.com/smf/index.php?topic=2756.525
Any clue as to the scale size of that model Rick? looks larger that our scales, but with no background its hard to tell , awesome model though.
[Edit] I was asked about an old pic of my gas filler rig, and found all the photos in this had disappeared when I accidentally d... more[Edit] I was asked about an old pic of my gas filler rig, and found all the photos in this had disappeared when I accidentally deleted my 2017 directory. I put most of them back.I added this to finish off the story
I should point out that using the hose 'as is' doesn't work too well. I cut off the end and now use it with the Accucraft gas filler tube.
https://www.accucraftestore.com/product-page/ap-29204-gas-adapter-of-fuel-extender
I found the tube inside the metal casing was ordinary plastic, and I use a motorbike fuel pipe clamp to hold the Accucraft tube in place. less
I bought mine years ago direct from Disney. There was a major mess up and multiple trips to a Disney store to exchange and... moreI bought mine years ago direct from Disney. There was a major mess up and multiple trips to a Disney store to exchange and they gave some credit for the issues but I don’t remember the price. But as I recall, it was $800 to 1000. Honestly don’t remember. But I have seen several sell for the $1000 to $1200 on eBay Over the past couple years.
it’s not crazy detail but the paint detail is really nice. I have only run it a few times for fear of scratching the paint. But love to look at it. less
Looks nice Bill. Have you thought about joining the Lakeshore Garden railroad Club?. Looks like your layout is inside. Wha... moreLooks nice Bill. Have you thought about joining the Lakeshore Garden railroad Club?. Looks like your layout is inside. What scale are your vehicles and where did you get them.
Thanks, Fred from Woodhaven
The download speed takes about 30 minutes on the on new ULT engine files. The bell, whistles & photos anywhere from 30 seconds t... moreThe download speed takes about 30 minutes on the on new ULT engine files. The bell, whistles & photos anywhere from 30 seconds to 10 minutes for the ULT files.
To make this easier get the USB Simulator for $32. No need to use the hand controller. Just your PC. You can do all the programming then operate the engine.
I use a Husky 25' Tape holder as an holster for the RailPro controller. $8 at Home Depot.
The"Tower"coupler,introduced in1892,was the first fully-automatic coupler in existence up to its time. It was unique in that it ... moreThe"Tower"coupler,introduced in1892,was the first fully-automatic coupler in existence up to its time. It was unique in that it provided an internal lock set feature which eliminated the necessity of holding the lock in raised position to uncouple. Another innovation was that the coupler could be unlocked and the knuckle thrown fully open by manipulation of the rod extending to the side of the car.
https://patents.google.com/patent/US541446
Dan Pierce said:The schoema (2061) roof is approx. 1/4 inch shorter than the Davenport (2063). Note that the LGB track cle... moreDan Pierce said:The schoema (2061) roof is approx. 1/4 inch shorter than the Davenport (2063). Note that the LGB track cleaner loco 2067) has many of the same parts as the schoema. Note the davenport running boards are much wider than the schoema.
Thanks, that's what I needed to know, if the engine 2061 was too much shorter then the 2063 they might look a little odd running together. If I go with the 2061 I will do a total rebuild on it and it will have an American look to it, you will probably not be able to tell what the original engine was.
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Bruce Chandler said:
Rick Marty said:
Thanks for the additional pictures Bruce.
Dick really wanted us to save the long trestle b... moreBruce Chandler said:
Rick Marty said:
Thanks for the additional pictures Bruce.
Dick really wanted us to save the long trestle but it was just too far gone, all the bents were rotted off on the bottom.
We did however save the metal bridge from the center and will be reusing it on the Shasta Pacific without re-lettering to show its heritage.
I really like that some of his stuff gets a new lease on a new railroad.
Yea, me too.
We arranged a sale of the engines and rolling stock to a newby in the Portland, OR area that was just starting out building a 1:24 scale railroad on raised bench work, perfect fit. Wish I
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I wouldn't bet on MR as the new go-to Garden Railway resource.
1. I've heard from a good friend (a former GR editor... moreI wouldn't bet on MR as the new go-to Garden Railway resource.
1. I've heard from a good friend (a former GR editor) that the regular columnists will not stay on into MR.
2. My friend has had some "behind the scenes" looks at the inner workings of Kalmbach. From what he described, they're not great at publishing magazines. After Marc left, they would edit his writing so much that it didn't seem as though he had wrote it. They would add and subtract information in his column without asking or letting him know ahead of time. He wasn't even notified that GR would be shut down. He found out just like the rest of us. He contacted the GR staff, and they mentioned that Kalmbach had given them no warning and simply announced on the spot that the Fall issue was the last issue of GR.
3. Someone on Facebook mentioned that it took them 10 years to publish an article he had submitted to them. By that time, he had gotten out of the hobby completely.
4. I've been reading MR for... less
My own personal favorite inspired this building
One of my first outdoor structures and I used marine plywood for the frame...it'... moreMy own personal favorite inspired this building
One of my first outdoor structures and I used marine plywood for the frame...it's all gone now!
