Modeling topic

Tortoise problems

Wed, 2020-07-08 13:37 — cp5170

I have several Tortoise switch machines installed on the layout. I notice that the auxiliary contacts are not working. I contacted Circuitron but did not receive a response. I tested the contacts with my multi-meter.

Any suggestions.

Thanks...Ken

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My Ambulance in N Scale

Wed, 2020-07-08 12:47 — Roger Litwiller

During 37 years as a frontline #Paramedic, model building and model railroading was my destresser from the difficult calls of the profession. Now retired, my profession has crept into my hobby.
Just completed this N Scale (1:160) model of my old Ambulance, that I spent many years responding in.

Anybody have experience using a "Corner Punch" or Nibbler on .060 or .080 Styrene?

Wed, 2020-07-08 12:33 — rickwade

Anybody have experience using a "Corner Punch" or nibbleron .060 or .080 Styrene? I'm looking for something to cut out openings for windows and doors. Photos from Micro-Mark and ATX Power supply Thanks!

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Roto Zip For Cutting Homasote

Wed, 2020-07-08 11:36 — Bart Chasley

Good afternoon.

Has anyone used a "roto zip" for cutting Homasote for roadbed and, if so, was it successful?

Thanks and regards,

Bart

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A different method of spline construction.

Wed, 2020-07-08 07:38 — amsnick

I have been wanting to write this for a couple years now but didn’t have a good picture of the concept! Recently I needed a bridge in a spot where the railroad existed and had to cut out a section of my spline sub roadbed. I was wondering what I would do with it. Sleep is a great place to create. I picked up the cutout section and it came to me that I had what I needed to show you all what I did! This method is very strong and light at the same time. A constant humidity environment is essential however.

NARC/PWRS PS 5077 Box Cars

Wed, 2020-07-08 05:54 — z4driver

Hi all

I've been thinking of getting a 3 set of the above in CSX colours. Never having seen these in the flesh (I'm based in UK) or being able to find a review of them, I'd be grateful if someone with experience of NARC/PWRS products in general and these in particular could give a heads up as to whether they are a good product.

Thanks Lee

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Automating a Basic Model Railroad with Arduino

Wed, 2020-07-08 04:44 — Kushagra Keshari

DC - Electrical

Arduino microcontrollers have great potential to be used in model railroading for layout automation. Their low-cost and a huge community around it makes it a good tool for hobbyists, especially beginners.

If you want to get started in model railroad automation then this might be a good place to start.

Starting with the layout

Here, we are going to build a simple oval loop:

Prototypical Printing Industry Operations

Tue, 2020-07-07 18:04 — Flatpenny

This spring I added corner module to my layout and finally have room for an industry that my model railroad can serve. I decided to put a printing factory along the back wall. There are three dock doors spaced for 50' boxcars and now I would like to get into more detailed operations.