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Kadee couplers: springs versus whiskers

Thu, 2019-08-01 09:49 — Mark Mathu

I'm approaching the point where I need another bulk pack of Kadee couplers.

Traditionally, I get the ones with the stamped brass centering spring (because that's what I've been accustomed to since I adopted Kadee as my standard decades ago). But there's been a move to "whisker" type couplers for more and more of their product.

So what are your thoughts on the performance of Kadee #5 centering spring couplers versus Kadee #148 whisker couplers?

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A couple of hours with the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad

Wed, 2019-07-31 20:59 — jeffshultz

I'm spending part of this week in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, on the Oregon Coast, with family. Sort of an annual getaway together.

Well, Rockaway Beach is where the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad makes it's northern stop before backing down back to Garibaldi. On the way here I'd spotted several pieces of equipment and made a mental note to head over to take photos later. Today, later came.... and it came in a big way.