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The Smarrco R.R.
Hey, Thats how we learn what not to do or what works. I hope it helps others with the questions and answers. I am in my mid 70's and still learning. I am pretty sure this will be my last layout build. Not sure i have another unless its a smaller build. I am trying to get the best out of this... -
The Smarrco R.R.
I tried using a razor blade and it cuts that thin wire too. What i got came from a different forum. Use a Cigarette Lighter to burn the insulation off. Do it quick as it will melt the wire too. But it worked so far for me. Maybe someone else needs to figure out the fun but Maybe if Woodland... -
The Smarrco R.R.
Why did they use magnet wires for street lights??? There just plug system is supposed to make it easier to connect wires and light up the layout. those magnet wires are not easy to connect. I have been trying that all morning. I have two lights inside the building and they work perfectly they... -
The Smarrco R.R.
how does that go? Clap, Pause, be still my beating heart... Wiring is no fun! -
The Smarrco R.R.
I got some much needed help today and got the Layout away from the wall and i can get behind the layout now. I got some big time wiring to do and also some runway and landing pad for the Helicopter. Got some major work in the town itself as well. Cleaning the track after that. It cost is higher... -
The Smarrco R.R.
I got a coupler coming from Midwest and then on my layout i got the fire tower finished. I have both airplanes primed and ready for paint. I got decal sets for the Helicopter and also should have the special decals for the ambulance. That should be here in a few days. Its coming along slowly... -
The Smarrco R.R.
Deb had bugged me about another Christmas train for the holidays. Looking around i saw the Pico Christmas Train set for 150 bucks. I got it today. And wouldn't you just know it the coal tender for the engine is missing the coupler for that connection. I went with HO as it is somewhat stronger if... -
The Smarrco R.R.
I am not sure if i can find a chip for the one RS-2. For right now i am going to store it in the engine house. For right now thats a good place. -
The Smarrco R.R.
I did finally get the one RS-2 to work. These engines sitting in a box for months is not good. -
The Smarrco R.R.
I got 5 engines running now. I know they never had a FP7a on the Smarrco but i am going to use it as it is pretty new and runs great. Its a Kato model. So I got 2 BLI NW-2'S to run. Have a 44 ton switcher than is a Bachmann that runs pretty good as well. I also got a S-2 that is a great runner... -
The Smarrco R.R.
It took awhile,, but everything is in. Not sure i need anything else right now, But i can get it if i need. I got lights and switches for lighting. I am working on the airplanes and when not doing that, I have been working on one of the 7 engines i have. I have 4 running so far. three i am... -
Getting back into railroading on my own
I have heard many good posts to help you. I wish i had lessened to them more when i started my layout. I am working on 4 versions of one type of layout and now my second for my current plan. Smarrco is a desert scene and little track. I have two long runs that can connect by way of tunnels. 13... -
The Smarrco R.R.
Well. I got about 85 % of the stuff i ordered. Still missing the street lights and the other switches for the power. I got the hangers and two airplanes. I am going to have to get the layout up and away from the wall. Not going to be fun but will be required so i can drill the right holes for... -
The Smarrco R.R.
I have the plaster to remold the mountain where the mine is. Got the roads and i am going to use that to also make a runway. For the lighting, I plan to use the Woodland scenics Just plug lighting system. They have everything needed for the lighting i need. will be pricey but worth it. -
The Smarrco R.R.
I am in ordering mode for August. I need lights and switches and some kind of panel to mount the switches on. Nothing over say 14 volts. I think the power supply says 13.6 vdc. I am going to light some of the buildings on this layout for nighttime use if it is required. I cannot tell if they did...
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