Looking for a set of these to test run my engines in place. What brand do you use and where can I purchase them, I’d like to know what brand you use and why. Thanks
trainman
https://www.shopstarhobby.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=2987
Used because they are a good product and the site because this store sponsors the ECLSTS (https://www.largescalecentral.com/externals/tinymce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-cool.gif)
I use the Massoth ones mainly because they have a spot to test the wiper shoes. I know some people remove the wipers for realism or battery power so you may not need them. They fit nicely on LGB track and don’t slide around.
I have never used any others so cannot comment on them. I got these at All About LGB.
https://www.allaboutlgb.com/massoth%20rolling%20roads.html
TrainLi sells the ProLine version.
https://www.trainli.com/lgb-engine-maintenance-tools-310/test-stands-for-lgb-engines-2-pcs-p-6836
I have always used the Bachmann rollers like David does because they are the best buy for the buck. I’ve been using them for over eight years now with no problems.
Train-li …you get what you pay for
No longer in business, I bought the Aristo ones yearsw ago. Only issue is the metal tarnishes and needs to be cleaned for better power contact on the rails.
Thanks for the info, I will give the Bachmann a good look at, the price seems right for something I may only use a couple of times.
trainman
Yeah. I didn’t know about the Bachman option at the time I bought mine. Though, I do like the Massoths, I’ve no personal experience with any others for which to compare them.
I was thinking about building these wheel bearing blocks as I’m setting here twilling my thumbs and found these ball bearing on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Donepart-684ZZ-Bearings-Shielded-Pre-Lubricated/dp/B086PTKF2P/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=small+ball+bearings&qid=1604506892&sr=8-4 What do you think about the size, too small, or do I need a little larger size. The price is right and the 20 pack should leave me a few extras.
trainman
John,
Those bearings should work just fine for building your own rollers.
Sean McGillicuddy said:
Train-li …you get what you pay for
Sean,
If that’s true then you get MORE than you pay for with the Bachmann rollers, as they work just as well as your high priced spread! (https://largescalecentral.com/externals/tinymce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-undecided.gif)
PS. I guess the blue paint jacks up the price.
I have all three and the train-li fit the track and run better than the others …
As mentioned I bought the Aristo ones and have a set of 8 and have worked great over the years. To bad no longer made best bang for the buck. Later RJD
I ordered the ball bearing from Amazon, I now need to look for the bracket materials to make the the brackets, I should have something out in the shop that should work. I will take some pics when I start to put them together if I feel it’s a worthy project to take pics of. For no more then they cost new it won’t become cost saving in the long run by any means, it’s what us modeler do to just say, I made that.
trainman
Dan Gilchrist said:
Made my own https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3322948
They came out nice …insulated even …
Accucraft has the rollers in stock
Sean McGillicuddy said:
Dan Gilchrist said:
Made my own https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3322948
They came out nice …insulated even …
Great job, what materials did you use for the brackets, do you get your power thru the rollers from the track, or do you just clip on power on the sliders.
trainman
John Lenheiser said:
Great job, what materials did you use for the brackets, do you get your power thru the rollers from the track, or do you just clip on power on the sliders.
Thanks! 3d printed in PLA plastic (less than $1 worth) I run battery but I did modify my design to pickup power for track power folks. Incorporated a slot for a bit of brass bent like an “L” to bring the power from the rails to the inside of the bearing.
