Re: hypothetical question with a real answer
Well what attracted me to S was that it was good size for building structures especially scratchbuilt in. I had been In N which operated great but wasn't happy with my building results.
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------ Original Message ------ From: MikeSscale@... To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, June 20th 2024, 08:52 Subject: [S-Scale] hypothetical question with a real answer ? if you were invited to be on a podcast to speak about S-Scale, what is the number one topic of S Scale that you would try to drive home to a non-S Scal? -- Mike SwederskaMeramec Valley LinesModeling Mopac equipment in 3/16Don't let perfection get in the way of good enough! Keep model railroading fun!
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Re: RDC-3 (with RPO & baggage)
Hello Ed,
I'm not interested in buying. Wondering if you have photos of the interiors with the bodies removed. I have an RDC-1 that could use similar treatment.?
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Re: hypothetical question with a real answer
Mike, What I appreciate is the
fellowship among most in just helping out and in obtaining new/old
things that are needed!
Bob Werre
PhotoTraxx
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if you
were invited to be on a podcast to speak about S-Scale, what is
the number one topic of S Scale that you would try to drive home
to a non-S Scal?
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Mike Swederska
Meramec Valley Lines
Modeling Mopac equipment in 3/16
Don't let perfection get in the way of good enough! Keep model
railroading fun!
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hypothetical question with a real answer
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if you were invited to be on a podcast to speak about S-Scale, what is the number one topic of S Scale that you would try to drive home to a non-S Scal?
-- Mike Swederska Meramec Valley Lines Modeling Mopac equipment in 3/16 Don't let perfection get in the way of good enough! Keep model railroading fun!
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Re: small and large, cheap and outrages!
Bob, I might be interested in the SP C-30-1 caboose, if still available.? I already have one, but I think its the sloped cupola.? Will have to go to storage tomorrow and confirm.? Let me know if you still have it.
Have been reading posts for the last few months, finally joined.? Main interest is SP and short lines in California Central Valley 1955 to 1975.? That was my best train chasing years.
Charles
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From: jpex via groups.io <jpex@...>
Yes Jim,
my name it's Jean Pierre Garrat
i live in France, in Britanny
> > > > > > > > > >
Well then, let's hear some
Bro Gozh ma Zadoù
tom Hawley,? Lansing Michigan USA
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That's good to hear, as in my early
years I found it difficult to find a custom supplier at any
price!? Also at that time RTR wasn't an option.
Bob Werre
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Hello to all S scale scalers:
Wanting to give a big shout out to Alan Loizeaux in the fine
workmanship of the ten turnouts that I recently ordered and
received.? It was? a pleasure to do business with Alan.?
His customer service is refreshing in regard to timely return
phone calls, taking time to answer questions and just an over all
great experience.? His professionalism is a credit to this hobby.?
Thanks Alan, Ted Milliken
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Hello to all S scale scalers:
Wanting to give a big shout out to Alan Loizeaux in the fine workmanship of the ten turnouts that I recently ordered and received.? It was? a pleasure to do business with Alan.?
His customer service is refreshing in regard to timely return phone calls, taking time to answer questions and just an over all great experience.? His professionalism is a credit to this hobby.?
Thanks Alan, Ted Milliken
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Re: Help Wanted - a Caboose Builder
Sadly, no one has taken me up on my request. At least not yet...
Phil Scandura
Flagstaff AZ
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Re: small and large, cheap and outrages! UPDATED
First up my doctor has postponed my
visit, so the much needed Twighlight Sleep, they talk about is on
hold!
However, some fine folks have taken
advantage of my offers plus I left out two photos, so they're now
attached!
The AB brake systems have been spoken
for as has the Wilson Reefer and AAR flat.? The rest are still
here!
Bob
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I've got some medical work coming up but I do
have some time to list a few more things looking for new
homes:
2) Now I have some diecast things--out of box.?
A Farmall/IH 40's-50's-60's era tractor; a much older tractor
painted in John Deere colors, with the only label indicating
kerosene on it's fuel tank?; then another John Deere tractor
from the 40'-50-60's; then because these are really hot items
I have a Mac pumper (Corigi) to cool things down!? They can
all ride on a trailer as shown in the photo.? (I believe all
the tractors and trailer are Ethl)
$28.00
3) I also? have three items still in blister
packs:? A fairly modern John Deere tractor with cab.? Item as
released in 91'? Then a 1957 Dodge COE from M2--neat
model--red line tires jewel signal lights!? Then I have a
American Muscle Chrysler 300 with opening truck and hood!?
$24.00
4) From Gold Coast Models is aC-30-1 (straight
coupla) factory painted caboose with road number 308.? Test
run a few feet? but super clean overall with box and foam in
original excellent? condition.? With couplers.? With lots of
brass made during this time--this won't be made like this
again.? $225.00
5) A real oldie!? What seems like a full circle
of Tru-Scale Wooden Milled roadbed.? Writing indicates it's
radii is 36"? $12.00
8)? And last but not least and the outrages
part!? A Sunset Models Challenger 4-6-6-4.? The outrages, is?
this extremely reasonably price of $750.00? This model seems
to run nicely, and by far exceedes the quality issues of
Sunset's prior attempt with the Big Boy.? This model has
really never been run any distance.?
All prices are without shipping charges which
we'll determine based on location, box size an weight!? We
accept personal checks and PayPal.
Thanks guys!? I'll be "out" in more ways than
usual, but my in box is working!
Bob Werre
PhotoTraxx
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Nothing too complicated for anyone who has mastered basic skills.? If you mentioned where you are located, there may be another list member close by to help.
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Charles-
The spur gear on the axle has split -- most common likelyhood.? Some of these gears were made with a poor quality plastic.? The NASG site has a section on the replacement of the gear.
NWSL has a replacement -- part number on the NASG site.? ?
If you don't feel up to doing it yourself there are many who can do it for you.? I'd offer to help you but I'm completely covered up with house/life issues with little time to work on my own layout.?
If doing it yourself take care and note the location and placement of the small plastic shim that insures electrical continuity of the circuit tape that runs the length of the frame.? Also watch out for the spring-loaded pickups
that collect power from the drivers.? Very easy to loose these during disassembly.? ?These are all shown in the Dispatch article linked below.?
Good luck.? ?
Roger "Woody" Mitchell
Charleston, WV??
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.nasg.org/Dispatch/BackIssues/NASG_DISPATCH_2017_05.pdf
On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 04:28:41 PM EDT, cwwill@... <cwwill@...> wrote:
Just joining after getting back into S after a 20 year break.? Located a mint SHS 2-8-0, really nice, but has 'free wheeling' drivers!? So I know either a spur gear is loose, or the worm has broken off.? Any suggestions, and who still
does repair work on these?
Charles
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or........
leave it unpowered, and run it with a set of F's and a SD70 as the CPKC just did into Mexico.
:)
Ken G.
On Wed, Jun 19, 2024 at 5:02?PM Woody Mitchell via <woodymitch= [email protected]> wrote:
Charles-
The spur gear on the axle has split -- most common likelyhood.? Some of these gears were made with a poor quality plastic.? The NASG site has a section on the replacement of the gear.
NWSL has a replacement -- part number on the NASG site.? ?
If you don't feel up to doing it yourself there are many who can do it for you.? I'd offer to help you but I'm completely covered up with house/life issues with little time to work on my own layout.?
If doing it yourself take care and note the location and placement of the small plastic shim that insures electrical continuity of the circuit tape that runs the length of the frame.? Also watch out for the spring-loaded pickups that collect power from the drivers.? Very easy to loose these during disassembly.? ?These are all shown in the Dispatch article linked below.?
Good luck.? ?
Roger "Woody" Mitchell Charleston, WV??
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/
Just joining after getting back into S after a 20 year break.? Located a mint SHS 2-8-0, really nice, but has 'free wheeling' drivers!? So I know either a spur gear is loose, or the worm has broken off.? Any suggestions, and who still does repair work on these?
Charles
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Charles-
The spur gear on the axle has split -- most common likelyhood.? Some of these gears were made with a poor quality plastic.? The NASG site has a section on the replacement of the gear.
NWSL has a replacement -- part number on the NASG site.? ?
If you don't feel up to doing it yourself there are many who can do it for you.? I'd offer to help you but I'm completely covered up with house/life issues with little time to work on my own layout.?
If doing it yourself take care and note the location and placement of the small plastic shim that insures electrical continuity of the circuit tape that runs the length of the frame.? Also watch out for the spring-loaded pickups that collect power from the drivers.? Very easy to loose these during disassembly.? ?These are all shown in the Dispatch article linked below.?
Good luck.? ?
Roger "Woody" Mitchell Charleston, WV??
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.nasg.org/Dispatch/BackIssues/NASG_DISPATCH_2017_05.pdf
On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 04:28:41 PM EDT, cwwill@... <cwwill@...> wrote:
Just joining after getting back into S after a 20 year break.? Located a mint SHS 2-8-0, really nice, but has 'free wheeling' drivers!? So I know either a spur gear is loose, or the worm has broken off.? Any suggestions, and who still does repair work on these?
Charles
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Just joining after getting back into S after a 20 year break.? Located a mint SHS 2-8-0, really nice, but has 'free wheeling' drivers!? So I know either a spur gear is loose, or the worm has broken off.? Any suggestions, and who still does repair work on these?
Charles
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Yes Jim,?
my name it's Jean Pierre Garrat
i live in France, in Britanny
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Buzzing transformers can often be quieted down. First make certain the transformer is held tightly in the case--check the mounting screws. Second possibility is the coil is vibrating on the laminate stack. A small hardwood wedge can often be used to tighten the coil to the laminates--in fact you might find some put there by the factory! Go gently?
The 60 year age isn't an issue if the insulation is in good order. I have a 1915-ish transformer I still use for lighting buildings, etc. The "throttle is a lever that connects to a series of brass buttons--yes, on top of the transformer where you can touch them! This system does not work well for engines with reverse units in them!
S
David D.?
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small and large, cheap and outrages!
I've got some medical work coming up but I do
have some time to list a few more things looking for new homes:
1) I still have 8 packages of the AB brake
systems for sale--same price as before--inflation is under
control.? $26.00
2) Now I have some diecast things--out of box.? A
Farmall/IH 40's-50's-60's era tractor; a much older tractor
painted in John Deere colors, with the only label indicating
kerosene on it's fuel tank?; then another John Deere tractor
from the 40'-50-60's; then because these are really hot items I
have a Mac pumper (Corigi) to cool things down!? They can all
ride on a trailer as shown in the photo.? (I believe all the
tractors and trailer are Ethl) $28.00
3) I also? have three items still in blister
packs:? A fairly modern John Deere tractor with cab.? Item as
released in 91'? Then a 1957 Dodge COE from M2--neat model--red
line tires jewel signal lights!? Then I have a American Muscle
Chrysler 300 with opening truck and hood!? $24.00
4) From Gold Coast Models is aC-30-1 (straight
coupla) factory painted caboose with road number 308.? Test run
a few feet? but super clean overall with box and foam in
original excellent? condition.? With couplers.? With lots of
brass made during this time--this won't be made like this
again.? $225.00
5) A real oldie!? What seems like a full circle
of Tru-Scale Wooden Milled roadbed.? Writing indicates it's
radii is 36"? $12.00
6)? Kinsman woodsided reefer with Wilson Meets
pre-colored sides.? One pair of NE/Kinsnman trucks with scale
wheels included.? Body is mostly wooden parts, soft metal and
wire grabs and includes the instructions.? Once considered the
Best kits--this one is looking for a craftsman to begin it after
so many years!? $16.00
7)? Next is a Southwind Models, Erie--AAR 53'
flat car.? This is a nearly new car but the brakewheel is
missing.? the brass stake pockets are still wrapped up.? Box and
foam is great along with a business card from Bill Wade's
Trainshop from his Florida location!? That's worth a quarter or
two!? $72.00
8)? And last but not least and the outrages
part!? A Sunset Models Challenger 4-6-6-4.? The outrages, is?
this extremely reasonably price of $750.00? This model seems to
run nicely, and by far exceedes the quality issues of Sunset's
prior attempt with the Big Boy.? This model has really never
been run any distance.?
I own a painted version that had only had a
couple of shorting issues, but most large brass power has had
similar issues!? Here is where modeling and problem solving
(along with outside help is sometimes required).
All prices are without shipping charges which
we'll determine based on location, box size an weight!? We
accept personal checks and PayPal.
Thanks guys!? I'll be "out" in more ways than
usual, but my in box is working!
Bob Werre
PhotoTraxx
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Great weathering on that caboose.? Keep it up.
George Courtney
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Bob Werre
Charles Williams
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ken garber
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