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Monster Train Alert
This is my longest train possible. Monster Train alert. Andrew and I did it today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9r3zGqyfEo Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy & PRSL in 1957 in S Scale since 1988 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! PRR Builders Photos Bought, Sold & Traded (Trading is MUCH preferred) http://www.lanestrains.com/PRRphotos.xls ***Join the PRR T&HS*** The other members are not ALL like me! http://www.prrths.com http://www.lanestrains.com/PRRTHS_Application.pdf Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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I have a A-B-B-A SET OF AM UP FA ALCOS IN ORIGINAL BOXES , SCALE WITH KADEE 802 COUPLERS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS, ALL POWERED AND RUN WELL. WILL PULL A 60 CAR TRAIN WITH EASE. PRICE IS $150.00 EACH WILL SELL AS A=B LASH UPs AT $300.00 + SHIPPING OR AS A-B-B-A FOUR ENGINE LASH UP ALL POWERED FOR $550.00 + ,SHIPPING. CONTACT ME OFF LINE fredschlegel7@... phone 402-499-7945 7110 Culwells Ct, Lincoln, NE 68516
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I recently received up one of the new IXO 1955 Peterbilt 281 tractors as seen in the attached photos. After a very brief review of the item in package (without even opening it), I immediately ordered another $172 worth of them in variety! Folks.. these things are GORGEOUS!!! And in my opinion, EVERY S scale layout will be INCOMPLETE without at least a few of these IXO trucks! To date, I have never seen ANYTHING else comparable! They are worth every penny of the asking price! I will take and post more photos when I get past the "I can't bring myself to open it" phase. John D Scaler164
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6 AM UP scale Offset Hoppers with Kadee couplers. Asking $18.00 each for set of 6 with original boxes. Total $108.00 plus shipping. Contact me off line at fredschlegel7@... Phone 402-499-7945 7110 Culwells Ct Lincoln, NE 68516 Thanks, Fred? Milford Valley RR
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Overland gearbox
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The mid 80s Overland S Scale diesels all have the "tank" drive which are extremely random if they will run well or not. Even though they all have what looks like the same gearbox some run really fast like it is a different reduction. I have what I think is a NWSL 244-6 gearbox. It was a real easy swap out for my test almost like NWSL made it for that use. This test also ran fast. Does anyone know if NWSL can change the gears to get more reduction? I am by far not the gear expert. NWSL website says you need a MOD4 for S Scale use. Does someone else make a suitable gearbox? The motor and truck shafts are about 1 1/8" apart. Even for the locos I think are running "well" the SLOWEST speed usually has them waddle because the motor is cogging. A significant reduction would stop that as the motor would be spinning at a higher RPM. I don't care about high speed. I have about 5 locos that are not running well. A new gearbox might fix them Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! See my layout progress at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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American Models box
If anyone has a set box or just the 2 Styrofoam pieces from the American Models spine cars (5 cars) you are not using I am interested in getting it. Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! See my layout progress at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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MODEL RAILROADER Request for S Photos
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Eric White, editor of MODEL RAILROADER, just indicated again that they are eager to get photos of S layouts and models for publication. In correspondence today he said: "Please keep encouraging your S scale colleagues to keep sending in photos - they do a lot of good work." You can submit photos directly to Eric at "eric.white@...". Brooks Stover
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As always Allan comes through for me on increasing the Meramec Valley Lines payroll. Here are a couple pics of the new hirers at work. I do have a question for everyone. I would like to have the front brakeman standing out on the platform. My S12 is a Mopac detailed one of a kind in S. So I don’t want to use any kind of adhesive to hold him to the platform that would leave any kind of damage to the finish if I decided to remove him from the platform. Do any of you have a suggestion? Mike Swederska Meramec Valley Lines Modeling Mopac equipment in 3/16 https://www.youtube.com/@mikesscale3149 Don't let perfection get in the way of good enough! Keep model railroading fun!
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Adhesive question.
While recommending museum wax, it's important to order the correct wax. You will want the fixative, or mounting wax...not the paste style which is used to protectively coat the surface of artifacts. Jim Martin
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I can go for months without going into the center of my layout. I have had this idea for a long time but finally did it because I am working on my layout. I added handrails to the legs about 18” from the floor to help me low crawl. The layout is just grazing my back when I go under. Note I made them a bit longer on the inside of the loop. Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! See my layout progress at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL This email has been checked for viruses by AVG antivirus software. www.avg.com
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I said a river raisin hoppers. Fresh out of the paint shop with custom Mopac decals. These things show built in De Soto shops, which is just a few miles from my home here really cool. Built date, April 1927. -- Mike Swederska Meramec Valley Lines Modeling Mopac equipment in 3/16 https://www.youtube.com/@mikesscale3149 Don't let perfection get in the way of good enough! Keep model railroading fun!
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Making Model Trains in Japan
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Video with captions: 鉄道模型を作るプロセス。製作期間3年以上！2代目のとして鉄道模型を作り続けている73歳の日本の職人。 鉄道模型を作るプロセス。製作期間3年以上！2代目のとして鉄道模型を作り続けている73歳の日本の職人。 Thanks, Mike Andrzejewski
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The Great Scenery Splurge of 2025
I have started a new page of my layout doings here. http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout_Page_7.htm Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! See my layout progress at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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Message From Ed Loizeaux
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Ed asked me to post this message to the group: Smiling Ed reports he has consumed hospital cuisine for the past several days with several more days to go. He was processing three orders for parts of various kinds when a nasty dog bite sent him seeking medical help. Rest assured he will return to S scale matters upon return home. He appreciates your patience and understanding.
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Since we have been talking about "big rigs", here's a new web site for y'all: https://modelmechanic.net/ The Model Mechanic, Steve Nasburg, used to sell a bunch of S-scale big-trucks-related 3D-printed items via the obsolete Shapeways. He has now started his own web site, has listed all of his items, and can print them to-order. All items are available in HO ("87th"), S ("64th"), and 1:50 scale ("50th"). See the "FAQ" for how to place an order. (standard disclaimer) - Peter. -- Peter Vanvliet (info@...) owner, Fourth Ray Software Houston, Texas https://fourthray.com/ https://pmrr.org/ (personal web site)
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UPDATE - [Ad} And yet another new S kit from B.T.S.
News Flash!! Slightly ahead of schedule, the first batch of Wood Oil Tank kits is in the mail today. Thanks for the orders, and the positive comments both on the lists and direct to my inbox. Take care and keep enjoying our great hobby!! Bill Howdy Y'all, Yes, another new kit for the S and Sn3 folks . . .the McCabe Engine Facility Wood Oil Tank. This brings the total of available 1/64th kits to 135. And more are in the works! Lasered parts have been cut and details are going into bags. Plans are to have them ready to ship by the end of the week, so get your orders on the way!! More info and photos can be seen at https://www.btsrr.com/bts7499.html Have ya read Fair Winds of Doubt yet? It is not as military-centric as the other two novels and takes place in West Virginia where it features Navy Commander Colt getting involved with a local murder spree in his hometown that has international connections. Both the Virginian and Norfolk And Western rail lines are mentioned. Take a look when you get a chance . . . https://www.wadepublishing.com/fairwindsofdoubt.htm Again, thanks for your support and keep having fun with our hobby. Bill -- == Author of Military Crime Fiction == Amazon Page - http://amazon.com/author/brwade Fair Winds of Death http://www.wadepublishing.com/fairwindsofdeath.htm Fair Winds of Deceit http://www.wadepublishing.com/fairwindsofdeceit.htm Fair Winds of Doubt https://www.wadepublishing.com/fairwindsofdoubt.htm == Scale Model Railroad Products == == Manufacturer - Retailer - Importer == Bill Wade B.T.S. 1782 Trinity Rd Belington, WV 26250-7621 Phone: 304-823-3729 http://www.btsrr.com Fair Winds Always!
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[Ad} And yet another new S kit from B.T.S.
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Howdy Y'all, Yes, another new kit for the S and Sn3 folks . . .the McCabe Engine Facility Wood Oil Tank. This brings the total of available 1/64th kits to 135. And more are in the works! Lasered parts have been cut and details are going into bags. Plans are to have them ready to ship by the end of the week, so get your orders on the way!! More info and photos can be seen at https://www.btsrr.com/bts7499.html Have ya read Fair Winds of Doubt yet? It is not as military-centric as the other two novels and takes place in West Virginia where it features Navy Commander Colt getting involved with a local murder spree in his hometown that has international connections. Both the Virginian and Norfolk And Western rail lines are mentioned. Take a look when you get a chance . . . https://www.wadepublishing.com/fairwindsofdoubt.htm Again, thanks for your support and keep having fun with our hobby. Bill -- == Author of Military Crime Fiction == Amazon Page - http://amazon.com/author/brwade Fair Winds of Death http://www.wadepublishing.com/fairwindsofdeath.htm Fair Winds of Deceit http://www.wadepublishing.com/fairwindsofdeceit.htm Fair Winds of Doubt https://www.wadepublishing.com/fairwindsofdoubt.htm == Scale Model Railroad Products == == Manufacturer - Retailer - Importer == Bill Wade B.T.S. 1782 Trinity Rd Belington, WV 26250-7621 Phone: 304-823-3729 http://www.btsrr.com Fair Winds Always!
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Before I got into designing and 3D printing of that ACF 70 tonner that I'm doing, I was 3D printing a IH-150 cement truck for the Kaw Valley Railroad. I mean, what else are you going to do will all those PS-2 covered hoppers. Darn! Those early 150's are a Little to old for the PS-2 covered hoppers. Soooo....I had to design and 3D print a ACF 70 tonner. I'm willing to print some more of these trucks, if there is enough interest. Mike Fyten Kaw Valley Railroad
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Magnetic Uncoupling and steel wheels and axles
Hi All The steel wheels and axles seem to create problems for me using magnets strong enough to ensure consistent uncoupling...but the magnets grab the trucks. The brass wheelsets work fine. I have a pretty good collection of scale wheelsets in steel if anyone out there prefers the steel sets over brass I would be happy to swap :-) Kim
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I have a Tsunami2 Steam-2 TSU-2200 (2 amp) decoder and a Tsunami Current Keeper that I purchased for a project which I've decided not to build and would like to recover some of my investment. The decoder is in the original, unopened package. The Current Keeper is without package or instruction sheet but has never been installed. Asking $65 for the pair, including postage to the lower 48, about half the going price. Please contact me off line if interested. Brooks Stover
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