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  1. PMW

    "Breaking In" a New Loco

    I have a new HO Athearn Genesis GP9. It was disappointingly loud out of the box. My other Genesis locos have been very quiet. I decided try to break it in (I don't even know if that's necessary). After a few hours of running it is definitely better but still noisier than I would like. Has...
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    Insulfrog Question

    I'm using Peco Insulfrog turnouts on the layout I'm building. Am I correct in assuming that if I attach feeders to all six rails I am not relying on the contact of the point rail and the stock rail for continuity? It certainly seem like it to me but electricity is not my thing and I want to...
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    Privately Owned Switchers?

    I am planning a relatively large industry. It would require two or three tank cars to be pulled through an unloading building. I'm thinking about a small switcher owned by the industry to do that. The switcher could also pull up to five or six cars from the complex and place them on the adjacent...
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    Tsunami 2 Light Brightness?

    Hey, gang. When I adjust cv 64 (master brightness) to my preferred brightness for the headlight at full and dimmed the ditch lights aren't even close to bright enough. I messed around with cv 61 and 62 but they don't seem to do anything 🤔. Does anyone know how to adjust the headlight and ditch...
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    Painting Insulfrog Turnouts?

    I plan to use Peco Insulfrog turnouts on my layout. If I feed all six rails is it safe to paint the point rails? I've used Electrofrogs in the past and didn't paint the points. Thanks!
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    Walthers Chocolate Factory

    Some of you know I’ve started this kit from my build thread but I’m posting here so this kit assembly doesn’t dominate my build thread the way it’s dominated my free time 🤣 More work done today. I’ll probably add some details and lighting to the inside before I glue the roofs on. For the moment...
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    To run or not to run (a locomotive)?

    While I build my layout it will be a while before I have a continuous loop. Should I let the engines sit for a month or two (maybe more) or should I run them periodically at slow speeds on my program track and later on the track I begin to lay on the layout? What do you think is best for the...
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    New Layout... New Industry!

    Just ordered this for the new layout https://www.walthers.com/chocolate-factroy-kit?srsltid=AfmBOoqBUQNGSSgcMKo07ghdFt0SQVPvQLLGIF1SoXb9ibJyfYmYOyEa I figure having it assembled will be the easiest way to determine exactly where all of the spurs will be when the time comes. I'm also thinking...
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    My Layout Build

    The old layout has been dismantled and removed. Today I started bench work and bus lines on my new one. I I’ve got a long way to go :eek:
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    Peco Insulfrog problem

    I saw this video. Is this a common problem? Is this more a problem with his rolling stock than the turnout? What's your experience? Thanks
  11. PMW

    FORE RIVER TRANSPORTATION

    I would have to drive 50 miles to catch some CSX or Providence & Worcester trains but I do have this shortline near me. I caught the very end of their switching before leaving town (Braintree, Ma. About 15 miles south of Boston). Also caught some commuter rail trains. I've rail fanned this crew...
  12. PMW

    Website for prototypical ops

    Not sure how many of you will be interested in this. I don't even know to what degree if any I'll use it. Seems like it could be cool. https://traincrew.conrail1285.com/index.html
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    Have I finally made a decision?

    I have one more spur which is not situated because I'm all over the place trying to decide what my final industry will be. I think I've finally decided I will use this for locals to drop off lumber and flat bed trucks will take lumber to a near by lumber yard...
  14. PMW

    Sculptamold drying time?

    The package didn't say. A Google search gave me from 12 hours to 4 days before paining. To those who have used it, how long would you say I should wait before painting? Thanks!
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    Forum Rules?

    I would like to read this forum's rules. I can't seem to find them. Can someone provide a link, please? Thanks.
  16. PMW

    Woodland Scenics Concrete Culverts

    Does anyone know what a good glue would be to assemble this? Instructions say use WS Foam Tack Glue but I don't have any of that. I don't want to buy some just to glue a few pieces together :rolleyes:. Thanks!
  17. PMW

    I hadn't considered threats LOL

    Looking for a "PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH" sign I stumbled across this 🤣😍🤣
  18. PMW

    Noise From Loco?

    I'm getting what I assume is motor noise (but I'm not sure) from my Athearn Genesis GP38-2. This engine is a couple of years old. It makes these sounds at the same places around the layout each time. I don't run it daily but I do run it at least once a week usually more. See video link below...
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    Block DMs from a specific member?

    I regret inviting a member for a "good spirited exchange of ideas". I'm being insulted in every post. I've "ignored" the member but dms are still coming through. Can I block only this members dms?
  20. PMW

    Should have tried this long ago!

    I have an engine w/ a Tsunami2 decoder. I never bothered to even try momentum (cvs 3&4). I stumbled on a youtube video by Soundtraxx about it and decided to see if I could use it. I love it.! This engine has never started or stopped more smoothly. So cool to set speed to zero and set the...




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