Ok this thread is about our son's new train set he got for christmas. Dad had a set when he was younger but in all reality we are beginners at this. Mom has gotten the bug too, so here goes. The track is laid down and tacked in place. it took some time as it had dead spots but we got it all...
Never heard of this before
A sad end to someone's hobby.
My grandson attended a somber basement estate sale... $20 cover charge, strict social distancing w/masks. I'm not sure why the items weren't put up for auction. Maybe the cover fee made it worthwhile. Maybe with the virus, an auction...
Has anyone ever seen a railcar truck-mounted generator? It's pulley-powered from a bearing cap fitting.
It was mostly used on caboose trucks to charge a bank of batteries for heat and light while on standby, or lengthy waits on passing sidings.
I have a photo of one on a Cotton Belt caboose. I...
Make those old dogs roll great
With three ingredients.
If you want to upgrade old or vintage rolling stock, (or any cars with plastic wheels) into top shelf rollers, these steps will produce impressive results.
If you upgrade enough of your cars, it could even allow your locomotives to pull...
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