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Need some help, I've been looking at several web sites for info on SP passenger service, Did SP use any BUDD corrugated cars in thier line or were they all pullman, secondly any idea of a consist make-up of a local that went from Oakland to Eureka, either heavyweight or streamline? I'm modeling...

Please help!!! I have a kato 2-8-2t (BR 86) I use as a tank engine on my logging layout. The spur gear between the worm gear and the drivetrain has stripped in one place (not all the way). Any ideas out there for repair/regearing. I have already contacted Kato and they sent me to...

Wow, Just recieved my "new" key AC-12. Opted to wait for a Japan version to surface vice the Korean and all I can say is wow. This thing runs better than my LL mallet. If your in the market for an SP cab forward, I would wait and buy the Japanese version, doesn't even require the tender to...

Has anyone out there modified a Bachmann vanderbilt tender (like the ones that come w/ the 4-8-4) for electrical pick-up. I'd like to use one on my Bmann Light mountain. The MP vandy tender is too small, so this is about it other than a Con cor. Unfortunatly, the 4-8-2 needs the electrical...

Looking for a good locomotive mechanic, I have a Kato BR 86 that I've kitbashed for my logging layout, the thing doesn't run worth a darn, any tips. I've lubed it, cleaned wheels, put on metal wipers, with no luck. It just stutters about the track. Secondly, anyone ever re-motered a bachman...