Modeling general discussion
KATO turnout frog
You would think that in 2020, regardless of company, that all turnouts would have insulated frogs. Bachmann turnouts don’t have these issues,
Apparently, there’s kits to resolve the issue.
Does anyone know what I need to resolve this issue?
The layout works, and as long as I know where the switch-rail is prior to entering the turnout, the train runs. If the switch-rail Is in the wrong position, a short will occur in the turnout.
Easy way to reduce photos for forums
This youtube video shows how to set up a shortcut on your ipad or iphone to reduce the size of a photo so you can post it. https://youtu.be/acM_dMuBThc
Help Wanted on Dimensions of Two D&RGW MoW cars
I'm preparing to scratch build HOn3 models of D&RGW rail and tie car 06051 and wheel and tie car 06092. I'm looking for the length of the original cars. I've seen references to them being former 30 foot flat cars. But a plan I found online indicates they were 34 feet long. Surely someone out there has the accurate info and I'd really appreciate it. In addition to prototype length, I'd like to know the width. Many thanks in advance.
Alex
Affinity Photo or other Affinity software suite projects - show and tell
Good evening all,
A suggestion in the "Killer deal on high end Affinity Photo editor" thread was to share your projects that used this software.
So, here we go!
I bought the Photo and Designer suites hoping to enhance my scratchbuilt buildings. One of the main structures on my home layout / modules is a large factory based in Canton OH. See below:
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1st place - New Athearn Genesis Norfolk Southern SD70M w/sound & DCC plus $50 cash
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Until you have the layout space...
Hi everyone,
I am at an odd point in the hobby that I wasn't sure I would reach so soon. 4 years in and my 2x10 modular switching layout is nearing completion. I have 2 dozen cars completed with half a dozen locomotives completed. I have no room to expand at this point with only a depot to build and 6 brass steamers to upgrade, paint, and add DCC to. I am now at the point of dreaming about the future layout in the future home and space that is at least 5-10 years away. I am at the point where I feel I am running out of things to do in the hobby.
Weekly Photo Fun - Jun 21-27, 2020
It's a strange summer, but I'm getting some photo sessions in and some serious work done! Let's see your pictures!
"Drive Hold" means what?
I have a function on loksound, #9 that says it activates "drive hold". Is that a sound? What is it?
Log car question..
When did cars of this type became common? Is the type appropriate for the early 1960s?
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