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Caterpillar Tractor Projects Interest

 

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I am sending this out to determine interest in having S scale tractors available.

There are three items of interest, which might be fabricated by SierraWest Scale Models, if there is enough interest.

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The first two items are already in SierraWest Scale Models¡¯s inventory in HO and O scales; that would be the Best Sixty tractor and the Hyster logging arch.? The cost in S scale would likely be in between the HO and O scale cost, so about $60 for the tractor and $50 for the logging arch.

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ITEM 3 is to convert a 1943 Japanese Komatsu bulldozer to a Caterpillar Diesel 50 with the LaPlant-Choate hydraulic blade (kit produced 2010).? I bought the kit from HobbyLinc for about $15.? https://www.tamiya.com/english/products/32565/index.html

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I put a 1:64 ruler to my kit and found the tracks measure about 16¡± wide and the length of the tracks on the ground is about 87¡± which equals the dimensions shown for a Cat D5 (1967 ¨C 1977) on TractorData.? https://www.tractordata.com/industrial-tractors/000/5/9/598-caterpillar-d5.html? That's the closest I could find dimension data for.

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At some point, Backwoods Miniatures (BWM) produced the following conversion kits for this Tamiya model.

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Scroll down about ? to 1/3 on the page and you¡¯ll find the item.? Here is the description from BWM's website.

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¡°NEW! CABLE DOZER and DETAILED ENGINE Conversion for Tamiya's 1/48 scale Japanese Dozer kit.

Here's a useful set of pro-moulded resin parts to 'back date' Tamiya's Dozer kit which has a hydraulic blade. Our kit includes parts for the Cable Blade conversion as well as new hoodless bodyside mouldings with open engine compartment to show off the pre-assembled engine also provided. This kit is perfect for hauling our crawler-tracked trailers. Kit costs ?24 plus postage, including our seated driver figure.¡±

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The one I think is the easiest and closest conversion is the Diesel fifty with LaPlant-Choate blade.

Caterpillar (1925-1949)

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A modeler could use the kit to convert the dozer to either an older cable-pull blade or just change out the engine and keep the LaPlant-Choate hydraulic blade.? So, you have a kit that works in O and S scales.??

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BWM closed up in 2016.? However, Brett might be able to bring this kit back to market if there is enough interest.? Price TBD.

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Therefore, respond to me directly at rjlee_77019@... if you are interested.

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Richard J Lee
Tacoma, WA
STL File Sharing

 

Group,

I would be happy to provide a way to share .stl files on the NASG web site...

...HOWEVER...

that would ONLY EVER BE DONE with the full blessing of the owner of the .stl file. If he/she wants to make it available in the public domain, I'd be happy to do so (and provide a good way to list and access them), but I will ABSOLUTELY NEVER store any .stl files on the NASG web site that are not in the public domain.

*Everything* that is sent to me for, possible, inclusion on the NASG web site is "vetted" by me for copyright ownership. This includes files, documents, images, etc. (manufacturers' photos and images are excluded, as they get free "advertising" via a link to their site and News announcements in return for my using their photos and images on our web site).

We currently have zero .stl files stored on the NASG web site or its server.

- Peter (as NASG webmaster).

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Peter Vanvliet (info@...)
owner, Fourth Ray Software
Houston, Texas

(personal web site)
File Sharing.....

 

On Thu, Dec 26, 2024 at 09:10 AM, Bob Werre wrote:
Well stated Ben!
Best of all, Ben is sharing his work with the rest of us.? So, what is the problem?? Ed L.
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Ed Loizeaux
Los Altos, CA
Re: GP35 Coupler Pocket & filler

 

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Well stated Ben!? Patents, copyrights exist for a reason!
Bob Werre

On 12/25/24 2:54 PM, Ben via groups.io wrote:

I will not share my STL files, especially in an unregulated form, because there will be unscrupulous copying without compensation for my intellectual property.
Ben Trousdale?
Re: GP35 Coupler Pocket & filler

 

The 3D models I have created, 3 freight car kits, an autorack conversion kit, and several detail and functional parts to enhance or fix, are for sale from 3D Central Trains or from me, Benn Central Shops. ?

All of these projects came about because I wanted something that was not available or to fix a prod deficiency, and took the extra step to share with other S train modelers.
Ben Trousdale?
Re: GP35 Coupler Pocket & filler

 

FYI .stl files are intellectual?properties. Unless the originator of the file chooses to make them part of the public domain, use or reuse of them can present liability issues for the NASG or anyone misusing?them. I would recommend that the NASG not get involved with file sharing unless they have a legal review first. Once out there, they would be nearly impossible to control even if restrictions?were placed on the?use of the file (i.e., no commercial use, etc.)

The person or persons who generated the file likely spent a great deal of time generating the file and I for one would not grant uncontrolled?use of my files.

Bob Frascella

On Wed, Dec 25, 2024 at 1:48?PM Ted Larson via <mhrreast=[email protected]> wrote:
Seems it would be nice to have a place on the NASG website to share stl files?


Sent from my Tardis

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Ted Larson
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GN in 1965

Re: SSA ACF 3 Bay Covered Hoppers

jjmannmmr
 

Pop one of the hatches. Fill with sand til it meets the required weight. Add Great Stuff polyurethane to stabilize.


On Dec 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM, SDL39FAN via groups.io <sdl39fan@...> wrote:

Good evening,?
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I have purchased several of the SSA ACF 3 bay covered hoppers from Des Plaines.? I noticed the cars are really light and was wondering if anyone has added weights to these cars?? From looking at the bottom of the car I am not sure I can pry the body off.? ?
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I think most of the box cars I purchased are heavy enough but not sure if any can be added.
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Suggestions?
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Thanks
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Michael Osweiler
Waseca
SSA ACF 3 Bay Covered Hoppers

 

Good evening,?
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I have purchased several of the SSA ACF 3 bay covered hoppers from Des Plaines.? I noticed the cars are really light and was wondering if anyone has added weights to these cars?? From looking at the bottom of the car I am not sure I can pry the body off.? ?
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I think most of the box cars I purchased are heavy enough but not sure if any can be added.
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Suggestions?
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Thanks
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Michael Osweiler
Waseca
Re: GP35 Coupler Pocket & filler

 

I would gladly share stl files and/or the solid models to NASG members to help a fellow modeler.
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Rob Fuhst
Grand Haven, MI
Oriental Limited NW2

 

Evening all,
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Hope everyone had a great time today.?
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I purchased, some time ago, an Oriental Limited NW2.? It is the Phase IV version.? Now that I am moving shelving around in the basement and rearranging boxes I decided to open up the box for the NW2 and take a look.? I had looked at it previously, after purchasing it, to make sure everything was there.? This time the first thing I looked at was the drive shafts and noticed the one to the rear truck is broken.?
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Looking up the engine on NASG website I see Bill Lane's story about how he came about getting the one he had.? I see his comment about it being a big problem if the driveshaft was missing or broken.? ?What are my options in fixing the broken driveshaft?? ?
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Thanks
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Michael Osweiler
Waseca
Re: Layout Progress

 

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Thanks for the update Ben, Happy Christmas!

Bill

On Dec 25, 2024, at 4:13?PM, Ben via groups.io <pickycat95@...> wrote:

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In our circle, mostly, nothing quite says Christmas as working on the toy train. ?Track is starting to creep up the helix.
Ben Trousdale?
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Re: Layout Progress

 

In our circle, mostly, nothing quite says Christmas as working on the toy train. ?Track is starting to creep up the helix.
Ben Trousdale?
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Re: GP35 Coupler Pocket & filler

 
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I will not share my STL files, especially in an unregulated form, because there will be unscrupulous copying without compensation of my intellectual property.
Ben Trousdale?
Re: Today¡¯s S Scale project

 

Fabulous...and back at you, man!
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Mark in Oregon
Re: GP35 Coupler Pocket & filler

 

Seems it would be nice to have a place on the NASG website to share stl files?


Sent from my Tardis

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Ted Larson
trainweb.org/mhrr/??????? --------??????? NASG.org??????? --------???????
GN in 1965
Re: cylindrical hoppers

 

On Wed, Dec 25, 2024 at 07:02 AM, Hans von Draminski wrote:
I did find on NWSL's HP: S scale wheelsets are available again, with different axle ends and in 33" as well as 36" versions.
Gents.........Please note that NWSL wheelsets retail for $4 per axle and you have to wait while they make-to-order which takes a few weeks.? On the other hand, I have brand new mint NWSL axles for $3 per axle and I can ship immediately.? Buy yourself a set of wheels for Christmas (or New Years) and I will smile.? Enjoy the day........Ed Loizeaux? ? ? ? ? ?Loizeaux? aht? ?SBC? //? Global? daht? net
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Ed Loizeaux
Los Altos, CA
Re: cylindrical hoppers

 

On Wed, Dec 25, 2024 at 07:02 AM, Hans von Draminski wrote:
And drilled out the too tight bearings with a 1.5 mm drill using my accu Dremel.
Wow, I thought it was just mine.? What I wound up doing was swap the Delrin bearings with the ones from the original high water truck bearings.? Things rolled a lot better after that.
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Rich G(ajnak)
Re: cylindrical hoppers

 

Merry Christmas Ben,
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you are absolutely right, the last run's trucks lower the car but are not sprung, the springs have no function. I changed the wheelsets against regauged ones from the first run. And drilled out the too tight bearings with a 1.5 mm drill using my accu Dremel. What I also had to do was widening the holes in the corrected truck bolster to enlargen the width of the truck a tiny bit giving the gauge corrected wheels enough space to spin freely. A good portion of oil also helps. The converted hopper may not be the greatest runner - but it rolls acceptably. A second hopper I converted with spare trucks by MTH I found in one of my boxes. Shortened Spax screws did the job of fixing the trucks.
What I did find on NWSL's HP: S scale wheelsets are available again, with different axle ends and in 33" as well as 36" versions.
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?Kind regards, Hans
Re: Jettie Update

 

Great Christmas news!?
AM SD60 draft gear

 

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Ben¡¯s version is more detail correct. My only goal was get the coupler off the swiveling truck.

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Thank You,
Bill Lane

Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987

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