Hi

As we all know N&W diesels had a very dark paint scheme, mostly black. I find it difficult to create an interesting weathering, the only thing I can think about is dust created by a wash with the airbrush.

Any ideas?

Robert from Sweden

Hi everyone,

I miswired some of my layout to use 12 VDC for Tortoises and now need to use 16VAC to power them instead. I know Circutron makes a PS-1 and PS-2 converters but they are a bit on the pricey side and I would need two at least. I only have 4 Tortoises to rewire, "3 on one module and 1 on anther module" and was looking for any alternatives to convert them on the cheap. Is regulated necessary or can it be unregulated? Minimal size and weight are a priority.

Thanks ahead of your response.

This update includes the final two parts of the design and building of the Morris Stockyard/Feed Lot with 3D printed parts.  The video below (Part 3) shows some of the final testing that was done to ensure that the spacing between the siding and the cattle ramps was sufficient to permit a train to pass by all of the 18 ramps.  During the testing, I found one ramp that had to be moved back.  The train in the video is pulled/pushed by an Intermountain FT A/B with a few stock cars prior to beginning the next step of assembly.