NKP 765 waits, as the beast thunders by....
Originally Posted by PRRMiddleDivision:
Here are some photos of a pair of Williams PRR E-7's that I've been upgrading. First, I added TMCC command control (using ERR components). I also obtained a motorizing kit, and motorized and installed TMCC in the dummy B unit (not shown) so the consist could be used to pull long passenger trains. The next step was to add the roof antennas to the A units, install scale size fuel tanks, nose lift rings, and place a filler to close the gap between the pilot and the frame. Next, the pilots will be attached to the frame so they do not swivel which is not necessary as the curves on my layout are quite wide. Once this is done, the units will be weathered. The Mars light is not prototypical for the Pennsy, but I decided to leave the flashing light circuit in place.
Must ask, with an ABA measuring about 54", what constitute "long passenger trains? Likewise, what radii are you using that you have fixed trucks? Are there photos or track plans of your layout? Lastly, which vendors did you use for the add-on parts?
Beautiful AA's grandly presented; thanks for sharing.
Id just did the old tradional christmas tree layout..
Must ask, with an ABA measuring about 54", what constitute "long passenger trains? Likewise, what radii are you using that you have fixed trucks? Are there photos or track plans of your layout? Lastly, which vendors did you use for the add-on parts?
Carl,
In answer to your questions:
1. About 8 21 inch K-Line passenger cars and 6 headend cars
2. Minimum radius is about 54" , i.e.,"O-108"
3. For a track plan, see the feature article of the November issue of the other mag
4. Roof antennas and lift rings are from Bowser (Cal-Scale). Fuel tanks and pilot gap fillers are scratchbuilt out of .125" styrene.
Very nice Howard...
Alan
Originally Posted by PRRMiddleDivision:
What a beautiful layout/train!
I love to see things like this-modeling, layout building and modifications all in one. Great job.
Three-way turn-out and Sante Fe power, doesn't get much better, Howard. Very nice Christmas Gift.
Originally Posted by PRRMiddleDivision:
Must ask, with an ABA measuring about 54", what constitute "long passenger trains? Likewise, what radii are you using that you have fixed trucks? Are there photos or track plans of your layout? Lastly, which vendors did you use for the add-on parts?
Carl,
In answer to your questions:
1. About 8 21 inch K-Line passenger cars and 6 headend cars
2. Minimum radius is about 54" , i.e.,"O-108"
3. For a track plan, see the feature article of the November issue of the other mag
4. Roof antennas and lift rings are from Bowser (Cal-Scale). Fuel tanks and pilot gap fillers are scratchbuilt out of .125" styrene.
Neal,
Thanks for the comprehensive reply.
Took a quick look on the net and found a prototype example; you've done exceptionally well to present it with your detailed modeling:
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This year's Christmas gifts and pictures from my most recent running session. There will be an eventual video over at Weekend at the Movies.
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Great photo and Funny!!!!
Hope nobody made him a pair of jeans?
Originally Posted by AGHRMatt:
This is from 2012's Downtown Winter Festival. Jack "The Apprentice" Kemph and I posed with a celebrity who happened to show up during a break from running trains. More importantly, he showed up with A FOOD TRUCK!
And one from this year's Winter Festival:
Finished this yesterday in time to give the K4 and M1b a rest. Hope everyone had a great Christmas.
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Howard:
Like that turnout. Who made it?
Originally Posted by marker:
My Christmas surprise was the arrival of the 3-way turnout I needed to complete this leg of the layout! Then it's through the wall.
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I wish you all a Happy New Year!
Like that turnout. Who made it?
Thanks Matt.
Going back to the wall (where the phony porthole is), and starting with the closest turnout, there is a R/H #8, and 2 #8 3-ways. (The one closest to the porthole is harder to see.) Those 3 turnouts were made by Brad Strong of Signature Switch. He does very nice work, especially on non standard turnouts. http://signatureswitchco.com
Originally Posted by NCT:
Originally Posted by SubwayLover:
Just put my SD40E on the tracks of my temporary/repairs layout. More pix and a video to come, but for now here are some pix:
I love this engine! Great detail, awesome sounds and quality, just a great engine overall. If you're considering getting one, get it. It is well worth the price. Now all I am missing is the Dash 8, SD80MAC, and SD45.
Who is the maker of that fine looking locomotive?
It is an MTH Premier SD50.
