Thanks MKT fan. After taking a closer look at what I have, I noticed there does not seem to be any frame. (Perhaps this is why it was only...
I purchased an HO steam engine kit at a swap meet that came through town. It was only $5.00 and figured it would make for a good winter project....
You might try the train calculator found here: http://www.vcn.com/~alkrug/rrfacts/traincalc.htm Also, while your at that site, take a minute...
Hoss, I can certainly understand your rational. I too have been in the same position. Sooner or later, you'll get back into it. I wish you the...
Richard, There are several folks out there (myself included) that are interested in purchasing older Rivarossi's. Does this board have a...
I love seeing Cajon shots. I was born and raised in Apple Valley. I spent many weekends in Cajon taking pictures and soaking up sun. From Cal...
The design you had is what Im going to. Yes, I'll have to duck under to get into the middle. I have not had the time to come up with any solid...
Ya know Hoss, I think the best result would be achieved if I help! ;) Just kidding Hoss. Good luck. I too am rebuilding my set up. Down...
Actually, I have found another Bach engine doing the same axle split. They are both 4-8-4 Bachs and they are both Spectrums. The one I mentioned...
Maybe you could go about this a different way... Build a layout SO nice, that you and your wife will not want to store it away! [img] Rich
I like the idea of carving out some of the rock formations from the foam. I may give that a try. Thanks Rich.
I picked up a 4-8-4 Northern off of Ebay a while back. When I got it, the back driver wheel kept coming out. The only thing that kept the driver...
Thanks to everyone for your ideas and comments. After re-evaluating my current layout, Im now contemplating starting over. Much of my foam scenary...
If my family was in financial trouble, I would do what I had to. If that means selling off my hobbies, so be it. Family is first. But it better be...
Thanks for the warning. I have a spare motor (not AHM or Rivarossi). Perhaps I will try to mount that motor in there this weekend. Thanks agian...
Yeah, your probably right. Its more of a timing thing than anything else. Soon after I got the steamers, couldnt get them to run and put them...
Thanks rsn. The track is on a wood board. (The foam is scenery only). I didnt think placing gaps in the curve would be a good idea. I guess I'll...
I have, yet, another question for you guys. I have used flex track for my curves on each end of the board. Being that the layout is in my garage,...
Thanks for that great info. I saw that mesh (or screen) that your refering to instead of a brush. I thought it was strange, but that wasnt my...
Well, after getting a little more foam laid down, I dont think I like its current form. So, Im going to start reshaping the foam this week. I...
