Nice pair of "headlights" on that engine drivers helper! Its no wonder why he is smiling so much while keeping that boiler... moreNice pair of "headlights" on that engine drivers helper! Its no wonder why he is smiling so much while keeping that boiler hot and running.
Looking good! My project has stalled in the breadboard stage. Weather got better and my attention turned to finishin... moreLooking good! My project has stalled in the breadboard stage. Weather got better and my attention turned to finishing repairs on my RV so we can go camping soon. I did order a RailPro AM-1 accessory module from Don Sweet that will be here early next month. I'll keep the breadboard setup while I work out the interface.
I do like your linkage ideas. Much better that trying the bend brass to exactly the right length! I bought a bunch of clevises and other push rod parts when my local Hobbytown closed up, so I should have everything in-stock to follow your lead. less
I understand not wanting to get rid of the electronic that you have and try to make use of them, let's face it we all tied up go... moreI understand not wanting to get rid of the electronic that you have and try to make use of them, let's face it we all tied up good money in our trains and to just discard some of it is hard to do at times. Now for the practical side, I have a box full of old electronics that were all removed from loco's and the new system installed, I did go with RailPro because it was the best for me and for all that RailPro offers, no need going on about it. I want all my loco's running the same system, not a mix of systems, so spending the bucks was a choice I made and glad I did. I can tell you that spending your dollars on ways to make what you have work, may not be the best solution in the long run, you just end up with a larger box of used electronics.
Paul Burch said:
I wonder how long all those glasses stay in tune before evaporation messes things up?
I heard that they topped ... morePaul Burch said:
I wonder how long all those glasses stay in tune before evaporation messes things up?
I heard that they topped of the water with a small amount of oil, which prevent the water from evaporating (or at least slowed the evaporation).
The May operating session is going to be held on 1 and 2 May..
Anyone who has been vaccinated is welcome to attend..
Folks, if y... moreThe May operating session is going to be held on 1 and 2 May..
Anyone who has been vaccinated is welcome to attend..
Folks, if you haven't been vaccinated, then please, don't
come to the OPS.. I am sorry, but this is to protect everyone..
As you can see below, the ballasting crew (Jane) has been busy
ballasting.. She started on the south end of Memphis and is heading north..
Hopefully, there will be more picture after the event..
I hadn't even realized I forgot them until you mention it. But after having to fill and file and sand I am kinda g... moreCraig,
I hadn't even realized I forgot them until you mention it. But after having to fill and file and sand I am kinda glad I did. They would have made that tougher. I can print them up and glue them on.
And as for taking the supports off before the final cure I am glad you all set me straight. It's much easier taking them off first. I thought they needed the support until cure was complete and a lot less excess resin.
I looked at this as a base for something completely different. For the price it was absolutely wonderful and such a joy to... moreI looked at this as a base for something completely different. For the price it was absolutely wonderful and such a joy to modify.
Atta boy Forrest! I'm glad for you, that you have track down and a train running!
And your cat likes it, that's a big plus... moreAtta boy Forrest! I'm glad for you, that you have track down and a train running!
And your cat likes it, that's a big plus!!
Cliff
Sorry to hear about Matt
We conversed a lot and he bought my contest winning Army loco
He was a neat guy and good to... moreSorry to hear about Matt
We conversed a lot and he bought my contest winning Army loco
He was a neat guy and good to talk with, he really loved the hobby
My condolences to the family
Eric Mueller said:
Pool surround material?!?! Cheater! You missed the opportunity to drain, cut, bake, and crimp 100... moreEric Mueller said:
Pool surround material?!?! Cheater! You missed the opportunity to drain, cut, bake, and crimp 100 cans! It looks great!
Eric I can get 10c per can at the recycle centre so that is $10 I would have had to forgo, the pool surround cost me $1 from memory and then there are all those labour costs to consider.
Its just simple economics by dear fellow.
If I roll my own I use aluminium foil baking trays much easier to work than cans.
Mind you I probably did consume 100 cans while planning this, hey it was hot and I had to keep the fluid levels up. less
sitting at a computer instead of outside on the lanai.
Computers work on the Lanai, too. That's where I go when someone is occup... moresitting at a computer instead of outside on the lanai.
Computers work on the Lanai, too. That's where I go when someone is occupying my workshop/office/spare bedroom.
Fred Mills. said:
Devon;
I feel your pain...
I just broke into my last bottle of my favorite Single Malt Whisky...... moreFred Mills. said:
Devon;
I feel your pain...
I just broke into my last bottle of my favorite Single Malt Whisky......but;
I do remind myself that it is replicable, albeit...not this moment, but tomorrow or sometime within the next week....!!!!!!!
Fred Mills
Fred, us good ol' boys from down south never, ever, get to where we are in our last bottle, might be a whiskey blight ........ go ahead and laugh, but did you ever think there would be fanny ribbon blight less
If you bought several I am just amazed you had the patience to put them together. (Or did you?) Those things are just NOT ... moreIf you bought several I am just amazed you had the patience to put them together. (Or did you?) Those things are just NOT easy to assemble at all...
Years ago the ATSF RR had its own accident investigation school which I I tended while working for the FRA. They even had ... moreYears ago the ATSF RR had its own accident investigation school which I I tended while working for the FRA. They even had a pocket manual you could carry around with you. Being that I also worked for several RR before joining FRA I learned a lot about derailment investigations. Some derailments are simple to solve others take a bit more to figure out. The book you listed might be good readying for the novice. Later RJD
Dennis Rayon said:
Awesome job, I love to see more people getting into the 3D printing, I have some structures (small) I have do... moreDennis Rayon said:
Awesome job, I love to see more people getting into the 3D printing, I have some structures (small) I have done.
I love that you showed your drawings.
Dennis
As a newbie to 3D printing and CAD drawing I have to say I have fallen in love. I was not to big a fan on filament printing because it lacked fine detail. But as soon as I saw what resin printers could do and their radical drop in price I bit the bullet and am so glad I did already. Between readily available files and learning CAD I am printing all kinds of stuff. I think as our hobby continues to decline this will be the wave of the future. Readily available detailing parts and the younger techy nerd kids will find a new love for an old hobby. less
Rooster said:
Ken Brunt said:
Hey, it just gives ya sumthin to talk about................
( And yes, Robert, your article has of... moreRooster said:
Ken Brunt said:
Hey, it just gives ya sumthin to talk about................
( And yes, Robert, your article has officially been derailed................)
One of my favorite pictures! (Now I need a beer)
I bought several of the switch stands when they first came out and have had good luck with them, Only problem fading of th... moreI bought several of the switch stands when they first came out and have had good luck with them, Only problem fading of the switch targets which I repainted. Later RJD
I have 4 pieces of Marklin Maxi tinplate/metal gauge one that are surplus to my needs. I have the UP F7's, powered unit ha... moreI have 4 pieces of Marklin Maxi tinplate/metal gauge one that are surplus to my needs. I have the UP F7's, powered unit had battery power in it at one time. I think I have the track pickup wipers for it still. Unpowered unit has been partially custom done for Chessie System(just needs decals) or strip and paint for what you want. I then have the Western Pacific box car and what once was a UP caboose that is now painted red and decaled for Canadian Pacific. Caboose is missing the rear claw coupler. All have their original boxes. No clue what they are worth. Looking for 1:29 G scale stuff, LGB USA freight cars, LGB modern Santa Fe caboose, USA style building kits for my layout. What do you have to offer for them? I will get pics in the next few hours or tomorrow. Thanks Mike less
