Modeling topic
Re-box locomotives
I have a few locomotives that I have yet to add to my layout but do not have the box the locomotive came in.
Decided that I should go for a display box for the interim.
Ran across a few cigar boxes and decided to use them
I'm on fire!
Good evening guys,
One more update, and a big one!
Finally, I was able to continue to work on my layout! Since I started my vacations 2 weeks ago, I've been working feverishly on it.
How much did an SW9 cost brand new?
Does anybody know how much did and EMD/GMD SW9 cost brand new?
The reason being is when the city of London went shopping for diesels to replace the [not in fact] "worn out" L&PS electric equipment they deemed the SW9 too expensive and bought G12 export model, and I just want to know if city council was being excessively cheap (as usual) or there was a substantial price difference
- In 1954 a new G12 cost about $145,000
Thanks in advance, Skoti
Dallas, Texas...
I'm going to find myself in the Dallas, TX area (Plano/Richardson) for several days next week and I'm wondering what I'm going to do with myself while I'm not in training classes...
I see that there is at least one major railroad nearby, but I'm wondering what might be local of model railroading interest. I do know of one hobby shop in the area, but I'm unsure if they are online only or not.
So - any suggestions (beyond staying out of the heat)?
Running in new Heavyweight locomotive for my laout
I decided that a heavyweight
engine was needed for the layout. Here it is getting a run in to ensure it is running properly.
New layout design- new name, The Greenbrier lumber co.
Well, I made it here. This is all i can think for now. The tunnel is under the log camp I can use the 1.26" for the camp as i only use cars that are lower height. I think the tallest engine i have is the 4-4-0.The interchange is with B&O. This layout will be put on foam. Am planning for a bigger layout for the future 'IF' we ever stop traveling. Any ideas ? Smokey
Richlawn RR V2 - UPDATE - Tip: Benchwork ripcords to separate sections
I've designed my Richlawn Railroad V2 layout to be movable by constructing the bench work in sections. I was thinking the other day about if I had to move the layout how I would know where to cut through the scenery from the top in a manner to do the least amount of damage. The solution needed to be cheap, easy to install, and easy to use. Then I remembered something I got in the mail - an envelope with an easy open tear strip. I figured that I could make something like that for my layout.
modeling telephone poles
I really want to add a string of telephone poles on my layout. I really want to scratch build them with mainly wood, but I need some help. Advise, tips, and ideas would really be helpful. I have no inspiration and I know when I jump into something without foresight it ends up a mess. Pictures would be awesome too if possible.
THANKS SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!
Canton St. Paul & Pacific Railway. Op Sig Event NMRA Nat 2013
This is great stuff. We had a great time working on the railroad for four hours. I was brakeman. I could see all the number on the cars too. Do not pass up the chance if you have it to operate with the 7.5 track wide group.
Tortoise power
The tortoise slow motion sw machine requires a simple DC supply of not more than 12 Volts. Lesser voltage will make the tortoise run slower and quieter. I have a regulated power supply that outputs 13.8 volts at 2 amps constant and 4 amps surge. Will an extra 2 volts burn out the tortoise motor? or just make it noisier. If a problem what's the formula or procedure to reduce the voltage? Thanks for any help.... Cecil
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