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    Hydrocal question

    Will hot mud, drywall compound cure hard enough to be the base shell to add rock molds and other scenic items to? Thanks for your suggestions.
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    Hydrocal question

    I've noticed there are several types of Hydrocal available. Which type of Hydrocal do you recommend for hard shell scenery? Hard rock, liquid stone, etc?
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    Diner interior

    Want to detail the interior of a diner like you would find in a small town. Any recommendations or sources for booths, counters, stools, etc..? Any tips on how to make them if not sold commercially? Thank you for your assistance.
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    DC walk around throttle system issue

    Only switch on unit is power on off. Voltmeter read 30 Vdc with throttle at full speed
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    DC walk around throttle system issue

    I was concerned over the 30 volt dc output at full throttle. Feared that voltage would damage my HO locomotives. Would you consider sharing a copy of your paper work for the unit if you have it? Thanks.
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    DC walk around throttle system issue

    DC walk around throttle system issue response Attached is picture of connection end of unit. Hopefully there is a simple way to reduce final output voltage to approx 14 vdc using maybe radioshack components.
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    DC walk around throttle system issue

    Just received a Starr-Tec MW100 walk around throttle system as a gift. Only problem is the unit has a final output of 30 vdc, more for G scale. I'm using HO scale. Issue, how can I reduce the final output voltage of 30 vdc to 14 vdc max for use on HO scale. Want to use the system so as not...
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    Athearn Blue Box GP9 Couplers

    What are my options for replacing the factory horn hook couplers with knuckle couplers. Kaydee, Bachmann? Recommendations?
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    DC Layout Walk Around Throttles

    As a preface to my question let me state that I have a DC layout and am not, repeat not interested in converting to DCC. With that said I was wondering if anyone knows of a resource for a walk around throttle system that has two throttles for a Cab A and a Cab B. Recently saw a Trak Power 2...
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    Transformer requirements

    I'm fairly new to the Hobby so I was curious about what type of transformer (plug in?) I should use to power my atlas 65 under table switch machines. I am running a DC system and don't want to power the switch machines from either cab control transformer. Basically need to know output voltage...
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    Coal Cars

    Need advice on what type of Coal Cars to use when modeling the late 1940's through the mid 1950's. Any recommendations regarding type, manufacturer, etc... is appreciated. Scale is HO. Thanks.
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    Locomotive weight/speed

    In addition to the Automotive Parts stores, Harbor Freight carries 1/4 and 1/2 oz tire weights (steel, not lead) with two sided adhesive tape already applied to them.
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    FM C Liner parts

    I could use a resource for obtaining motor brushes and traction tires for older AMH tempo FM C Liners. Could bullfrog snot be used in place of traction tires on these units?
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    Hydrocal alternative

    Are there any alternatives to the use of Hydrocal for scenery work?
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    AHM Motors

    I need either a AHM Motor P-140-044-0495 or brushes to fit this motor. Does anyone know of a place to obtain either of these items? Fits AHM FM C Liner HO Scale.
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