Steam locos
Photo Etching ladders: metal thickness experiences?
I'm researching the creation of some N&W CPL signals in HO scale. I looked at many companies and it seems that not one of them does actual N&W CPL signals nor PRR CPL signals of which the N&W ones are derivatives of, or if they do they won't have the dual mast version on a single supported post platform I'd need.
Installing decoders on Decoder Buddys, important update.
It came to my attention today that there is an issue with installing the Decoder Buddy V5s with decoders that have less than 12 function outputs. The output pads with the higher numbers will not light LEDs and may damage the decoder if they are used.
-> If you have a 4 function decoder use pads A0F, A0R, A1 and A2.
-> If you have a 6 function decoder use pads A0F, A0R, A1, A2, A3 and A4.
-> If you have a 8 function decoder use pads A0F, A0R, A1, A2, A3, A4, A5 and A6.
Can you locate the Engine or the Interurban Car?
California, would be my starting location "George Barris" year is around 1970...?
Lionel 671-238 side rod screw
Does anyone know the tap size needed to fit a 671-238 side rod screw. Yes it is very tiny.
Central Vermont Richford Branch - Video Update #10
I just posted a video update on my HO scale Central Vermont Richford Branch to my YouTube channel.
Highlights include:
1. A quick look at some recently weathered and completed freight cars.
Rivarossi parts
I have a Rivarossi 2-8-8-2 that threw a crankpin a few days ago. My old eyes can't find it so I'm trying to locate a new one. It is on the left rear drive set and is the one on the geared wheelset. I believe the part number is either R04467 or P-122-017. It measures m1.4 x 3.2mm with a 3.0mm hex head. I've checked ebay and others without success. Any help would be appreciated.
Brass Steam Pickup and Short Issues - Lead and Trailing Trucks
Hi everyone,
I am reassembling a Sunset Great Northern O-8 Mikado after a paint job. It had no running issues prior to disassembly. I have gotten stuck though with some shorts happening.
OOOO - Drivers and Drawbar hooked up have no issues.
OOOO -ooo ooo Drivers and Tender powered have no issues.
oOOOO -ooo ooo Lead Truck, Drivers, and Tender = Constant Shorts
OOOOo-ooo ooo Trailing Truck, Drivers, and Tender = Constant Shorts
What's on Your Workbench - March 2021
We March forward into a new month! Let's see the latest from your workbench and layout!.
Eric
Eric Hansmann
Contributing Editor, Model Railroad Hobbyist
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Is it Light, Medium or Heavy Steam?
I know it has been a long time since I posted anything. I have been lurking on the site off and on.. I am still building my layout from my own design. Like a lot of people I am working from home during the pandemic and I have more time to build my layout. I do have a question for the steam enthusiasts on the forum, but first let me provide a some history.
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