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Sergent Couplers?
I am just about to commit to changing my couplers to Sergent. I bought a few to try and am really impressed with them (and the support from the mfgr.). They obviously look way much better than Kadees, however, I don't have a layout (yet) to test them on and am wondering about using them on an operating layout. I prefer to cut the "hoses" off the Kadee couplers and use a skewer for uncoupling, so using the wand won't be a problem.
I'm interested in any and all responses from those who have tried them.
Bart Hollis
Digitrax SDH166D
I have installed a Digitrax SDH166D in an Athearn CF7. On NCE power Cab, with Cat5, USB board, and JMRI (just installed the USB and JMRI ) really cool, but my problem is with the digitrax decoder, I can't get any volume from the prime mover set for GP38. All other functions are great loud bell, loud horn, coupler, dynamic brake, etc. I have set CV140 at 64 still no volume on prime mover, if you put your ear close to loco you hear it so it's there. Question is this typical for the SDH should I have gone with the SDXH ?
Looking for a painter
Hello everyone,
I'm looking for someone who does custom painting on HO scale diesels. I have the decals and paint (unless they have the same color I'm using). If they can add decoders (non-sound), that would be a plus. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. (Moderators-if this post is not acceptable, please delete and let me know).
Thanks to all who reply!
Neal M.
Ludendorff Bridge (The Bridge At Remagen)
Last weekend, I saw this layout at the Warley Exhibition (one of the biggest shows in the UK). I had been watching its progress on a blog for several months. I thought I should bring this fine piece of modelling to the attention of a wider audience, as it depicts a scene that is a part of the history of the USA.
Ian
Expanded car routing project description
Thank you to everyone that contributed to my little survey regarding the university project that I am pursuing. I have expanded my ideas as a result of the responses. I am still a long way from finalising the proposal and some 40 weeks away from having to complete a 10,000 word report on the project so there is some way to go to get this really sorted out before I start.
Any way, the blog entries are in two parts.
Can this part be purchased in metal?
Moving and the handling of my reefer over the years has taken its toll. This is a pic of it years ago without the missing steps.
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This step is missing on both sides. Does anyone know if a more durable one is available in metal?
Interesting switching idea
I was watching a video of a Marquette Rail train, and at one point they had to stop at an industry and shuffle around some tank cars without setting anything out or making any pickups. If you wanted to add interest without adding rolling stock to trains this would be a good way to do it.
How to rationalize my boxcar fleet.
I'm in the process of building a proto-freelance switching layout in HO that is based on a very active industrial ally that is in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Having arrived to the point where I can start creating my operations plan, I have decided that I want to be as prototypical as I can be about sending the correct type of boxcar to a particular customer. i.e. an insulated car with plug doors would make sense to be going to a cold storage warehouse or food producer.
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Reference materials for Arduino setup
I'm curious as to what books/reference guides/etc. folks would recommend as a way of easing one's self into working with the various Arduino products. I know there's an Arduino for Dummies book (I'm still looking for a Dummies for Dummies version...) but there may be better guides for helping the novice understand what he/she is getting into working with these little gems. I'm not worried about learning to program them but the electrical side is still somewhat of a black hole to me.
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