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Yes, that idea works well (although i used a .5mm bit of sheet styrene), and being able to run both types would be an advange. Two points I did not make earlier are, first, without the tape the wire-guided cars eventually have a tire get caught in the slots, and two, that I would like to get rid of the slots and rails in the street to get a more accurate look to my Main Street.Lee, instead of covering the streets center rail with tape, couldn't you place a nylon washer or disk on the car magnet to increase the spacing and reduce the friction? That way the road could be used for both types of vehicles.
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Well, you are right. A UPS truck pulling up in front of my house is always a thing of beauty - and anticipation. I'm about to get something new!!!Wouldn’t a UPS vehicle look good on the new system!!![]()
That's a thought worth experimenting with. thanks.Leading the way. Great info.
Perhaps a diode might be better for speed reduction. The (near) constant voltage drop may be beneficial in turns were the mechanical resistance draws more current.
That is what I did, too. I think their inventory is depleted of 1:43 cars because I bought all they had on hand.They look super. But how did you order them from the website? When I click on SHOP FOR VEHICLES, it sends me to their ebay site with none of the cars you just got.
I actually worry about that, that they will be overwhelmed. Yesterday I sent him eight diecast cars to convert: he charges $95 to $135 or so for each but I need enough. I'm working on several dfferent designs for both making my own cars and big rigs.Thanks Lee. Good to know. With you as their advocate, I suspect they will have to ramp up O scale production.