Joe Zullo said:
Can this one be seen?
Nope, not on W10 using Chrome. I could see it on Safari on my iPad. Go figure&... moreJoe Zullo said:
Can this one be seen?
Nope, not on W10 using Chrome. I could see it on Safari on my iPad. Go figure
What do French palaces and garden railways have in common?
Well, ...
as it happens ...
garden railways.... moreWhat do French palaces and garden railways have in common?
Well, ...
as it happens ...
garden railways.
Starting at the 7:19 point,
https://youtu.be/9fnkn6Gb5Qs?t=439
Michael, I just edited my post above to include the ability to quickly and efficiently consist locomotives with the RailPro, ano... moreMichael, I just edited my post above to include the ability to quickly and efficiently consist locomotives with the RailPro, another advantage of the RailPro's capabilities. Looking forward to your evaluation of RailPro as you add it to your repertoire of other RC systems for comparison. Thanks for taking the time to document all of your information here. By the way, Michael, I finally took your advice and bought one of these to charge my Li-ion battery packs:
https://www.rldhobbies.com/deluxelithiumioncharger.aspx less
As Ric says, you'll find lots of variations, and lots of threads about how to make them. The live steamers have the most expensi... moreAs Ric says, you'll find lots of variations, and lots of threads about how to make them. The live steamers have the most expensive locomotives and often travel, so they tend towards furniture quality custom boxes. I like tool boxes, but many aren't long enough.
He clearly stated he is not sure the transition will keep the path
I'm an optimist. And I have multiple backups of all my files ... moreHe clearly stated he is not sure the transition will keep the path
I'm an optimist. And I have multiple backups of all my files and photos.
Craig,
I've been using resin cast frogs for years, here in eastern Washington. Once a year, I shoot them with brown paint ... moreCraig,
I've been using resin cast frogs for years, here in eastern Washington. Once a year, I shoot them with brown paint from a cheap rattlecan as a sunblock. Works well.
With the proper soldering iron, easy... I think its time to move on NiMh is old technology. Li-Po's with balance c... moreCraig,
With the proper soldering iron, easy... I think its time to move on NiMh is old technology. Li-Po's with balance charge pigtail and charger is as good as it gets. Proper fuse protection together with a $4.00 plug-n-play Low Volt warning/audible alarm is all you need.
Mike Leark said:
Yep
i think part of the scarcity right now has to do with production and shipping with everything being severel... moreMike Leark said:
Yep
i think part of the scarcity right now has to do with production and shipping with everything being severely hampered by all the Covid crap?
Hopefully somebody knows somebody and they’ll show up??
Mike
True, for many new railroad products this is probably the case, but LGB original products have been out of production for 15 plus years and I don't consider Piko a good replacement for the original LGB trains. Looks like the LGB American stuff still brings a good price in todays market, as well as the foreign stuff I don't keep up with it, so I have no idea in its values. Back in the day I purchase a lot of LGB from Watts Train Shop and the prices back then new were less then you pay for it in today market. Private sales are probably going to get you the best price, but finding it is another thing.
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Bob,
Not surprised at all, while not much of a large scale show, has been the biggest show in the northeast. they are promising ... moreBob,
Not surprised at all, while not much of a large scale show, has been the biggest show in the northeast. they are promising a virtual show of some kind.. others have done a good job of this. hopefully they can pull together enough major manufactures to have a good virtual show.
I have been tinkering with working signals for my new indoor layout and have been using this old Life Like signal for testing. I... moreI have been tinkering with working signals for my new indoor layout and have been using this old Life Like signal for testing. I just ordered a Logic Rail control board and decided to buy some new three color signals. I checked:
Life Like - GoneSouth Bend Signals - GoneZ Stuff - By special order only ( = even more expensive than in the past)LGB - Very Euro looking
Who am I missing? Is anyone in the signal business? Do I need to take on one more scratch building project?
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Maybe just turn both loops back in that wider section?
Then turn the spot you’re currently working on into some sorta stub... moreMaybe just turn both loops back in that wider section?
Then turn the spot you’re currently working on into some sorta stub end passenger term/industry? You may even be able to fit in a “Y” there on the outer loop to turn trains?Might make things work out better with a little bit of interest?
Just trying to help avoid a possible problem area....with tight curves. Mike
Ric Golding said:
I don't know if her name is Joy, but she sure does seem to have gotten you out amongst nature. Go... moreRic Golding said:
I don't know if her name is Joy, but she sure does seem to have gotten you out amongst nature. Good videos, keep it up.
Not yet , have 2 more surgery's to go .
Here's a set of before (November 2019) and after (October 2020) pictures to give you a feel for how much has changed in the last... moreHere's a set of before (November 2019) and after (October 2020) pictures to give you a feel for how much has changed in the last year...
Thanks Eric hope to get the bolsters and couplers on this week so I can run it, have a friend who I have run at before and he ha... moreThanks Eric hope to get the bolsters and couplers on this week so I can run it, have a friend who I have run at before and he has several battery cars so I can take my time with that, just hope it weighs enough cause all I have for weigh is about 3/4 of the stainza boiler weight and the tender motor block, should be a fun run, BB
John Bouck said:
I like that engine house! I'm in the process of building one myself (in 7/8 scale), only a single track with th... moreJohn Bouck said:
I like that engine house! I'm in the process of building one myself (in 7/8 scale), only a single track with the attached machine shed.
Thanks John, It is from a Ted Brewer plan, of course.
Dave,
Glad you found the fix. I wasn't paying attention to the file extension until I noticed
the Mac changed them to .jepg when... moreDave,
Glad you found the fix. I wasn't paying attention to the file extension until I noticed
the Mac changed them to .jepg when I drug them to the desktop for re-dragging them to freight shed.
Vic's spare cab is on hand. Perfect!
Someone posted a video on FaceBook of one of these toys leading ... moreQuick update:
Vic's spare cab is on hand. Perfect!
Someone posted a video on FaceBook of one of these toys leading a 44-car train (link). This means I can save the LGB tender for something else. I'll proceed with a battery per Vic's and Joe's examples.
Control will be via IR, per another FaceBook post (link). Why not?
This is project number four in the lineup behind the sugar mill (in progress), sugar company specialty cars (parts on hand), MIK 2021 (goodness knows!)are all ahead of this. In the meantime, we'll enjoy Gordon for "who" "he" is.
Bob McCown said:
Another great video, Ray. You said there are still active claims nearby, I'm assuming the bulldozed area ... moreBob McCown said:
Another great video, Ray. You said there are still active claims nearby, I'm assuming the bulldozed area just east? How do you know where you can go and where you aren't welcome?
Yeah, there's a large bulldozed, open-pit area just to the east, and a couple smaller ones scattered around. The big one has signs prohibiting entry. I didn't check out the smaller ones so I don't know if they're marked or not.
Even the mines that are not currently in operation there, the claims are still considered active, including the old silver mine.
I actually met one of the guys whose family owns most of the claims there. He's the one who told me about the hoist house being torn up by thieves who stole the old hoist. less
