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Like others have said, I do not run my dcc locos on dc but I do have a dc transformer on my layout. It is behind a dpdt switch and I...

Once you take the plunge, you will never go back. I was resistant also, but now am thoroughly hooked in the dcc world. Running multiple...

Like others have said , I am a steam guy also but model to the mid ‘50s which allows for Gp7/9’s and Rs3’s or earlier. I have 24”...

I would suggest inspecting the gears very carefully with a magnifying glass first looking for missing teeth or cracks. If you find none...

I thought it would be easy until I tried it a couple months ago. I wasn't happy with my results but I like yours. Do you give lessons?

I think we need to get real sanders on our steam locomotives! Otherwise, double-heading or doubling the hill appears to be the only...

Since my post yesterday I slowed my pusher down by 1% and the challenger is slightly pulling the pusher except up the steep incline then...

Morning All! I haven't had much bench time lately, but I did get a few things done. I've pulled off the baggage cars for the moment...

OK Guys, due to some personal issues I wanted to get the San Joaquin Daylight photographed and videoed for your viewing pleasure! Here...

Second color shot and baked. With tomorrow being New Years Eve, and New Years Day afterwards, I will likely have to take a break. My...

After finishing the tank car, I decided to hit my scrap piles with some rust pigments from Mig Ammo and AK.. Also started the gondola...

Thank you for sharing this , Alan. It does sound promising and I enjoyed your story also.

I don't have any myself, but a few of our club members have them in all brass consists. One member has a Santa Fe passenger train he...

Not really a problem, just a different solution. Back in the day you didn't see Big Boys and Challengers double heading. Recently they...

I had missed this before. Do you feel these haver better performance than converting a diesel locomotive? Please elaborate.