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Builders in Scale 1001 SM-1 SwitchMaster Switch Machine
Hi I purchased a Builders In Scale 1001 SM-1 SwitchMaster Switch Machine. It is a stall motor type and I need to mount it on a Free-Mo Module that has to be operated from both sides of the module. Since this is a Junction module it needs to be as flawless as possible or easily repaired on the spot. So the best I can figure is to wire in pair of 3 way electrical switches on the facial one on each side, but is that the best way?
Dan in MD
And we're back.
*tap tap* Is this thing on?
Okay, after a rough patch, we're back and looking forward to some small layout action!
Let's respond to the comments from my first post!
Redtruck, who commented on the professional look of the layout, and a Rhino model kit: I am an old, old GW player. :) Thanks for the comment, the fascia really makes a layout!
Weekly Photo Fun April 8th to April 14th, 2016
Great work everyone last week! Time to start of this week's photo thread!
As always, we get as much out of your in-process photos as we do the highly polished "all done" shots!
Tutorial on how to make a LED-based street light from Scratch
Hi!
I made a batch of 10pcs new street lights and at the same time made a video tutorial how to do it.
Hope you like it. Here´s what the street lights look like:
The pole is made of brass tubing and the top of circuit board.
Help on Track Operations
Hi All
I'm in need of some support and possibly some remedy to a problem I am having. Perhaps some of you have encountered the same issue.
THE ISSUE:
I have 2 Athearn SD40-2's 6 wheel HO Locomotives. I cant seem to get them to stay on the track when entering an HO Atlas Code 83 #563 Wye Turnout (7 51/64 inch). The wye is constructed with a 22 inch radius turn.
Also the loco's derail on the upon entering 2 HO Walther's Code 83 # 8827 #6 Curved Turnouts (12 25/32 inch)
Model shops, Sedona, AZ
Sedona, AZ - model shops
I am coming over from the UK next week for a vacation in the Sedona, AZ area. Can anyone recommend any model shops I could look up whilst there?
many thanks in advance
John
Scratch Build Grain Elevator Progress
Just some pictures of the progress of my scratch build grain elevator.
110 volt static grass applicator
3 or 4 years ago I bought the 120 volt negative ion generator from Electronic warehouse. I had, somewhere on this PC, a detailed article on how to build the 120 volt unit. Now after two days of looking I can't find it. The article used PVC piping and a plastic tub for the grass. The instructions on both the construction of the receptacle and handle and the wiring were very specific and well detailed. I don't remember the author's name.
Mike Confalone: Diesel project 2: B&M GP38-2, p2
Mike Confalone continues diesel weathering project 2. Mike weathers the tank and trucks with PanPastels, then weathers the walkways with PanPastels and just a light dry brush of oils. Mike finishes up this loco by dirtying the handrails with PanPastels and then he reviews the loco on his layout, pointing out a couple of small post-weathering paint-job changes he made as a result of some prototype research. Part two of two.
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