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    Kato-like Switcher

    Does anyone know if there is a manufacturer that makes a CB&Q Switcher in HO similar to the one pictured? The picture is of a Kato N-Scale unit. I've looked everywhere - seen an HO version? Thanks, Pat :wave:
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    Train jumping fixed track! Need Help!

    ALL is well! Just a follow up. After stabilizing the track base with balsa and spackling, the locos do not "jump the track". I really appreciate the comments about "dips" - I really didn't appreciate the importance of that. My level and steel edge are now being used often. I could have saved a...
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    Train jumping fixed track! Need Help!

    Thanks guys As you two WELL know - when you work on something sooooo loooonnnggg you become blind to the obvious. Indeed, I have that track on unstable and un-level ground hamr. I know better. I am in the process of putting the track on some stable balsa and making sure it is level at least...
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    Train jumping fixed track! Need Help!

    Hey guys and gals - I need your advice. I have a section of new track that is elevated and on a 24" curve. At one PRECISE point all my locos - jump the front wheels. I have attached a photo to demonstrate. The frustrating (and hard to figure out) point is that this is on a FIXED section 0f 24"...
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    MRR Train Addiction/Disease Sign

    Has anyone got a copy of the addiction sign? - - - I found one that isn't very funny. I've seen better! The one I have is entitled ""Warning! Model Railroad Disease Highly Contagious to Males of all Ages". I saw one at a train show (not for sale) that was much better - sorta geared for wives and...
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    Hare 2 and Auto Throw

    Booster and Hare 2 Just in case someone searches this topic. I heard from DCCSWpecialities. You cannot use a Booster (in my case a LENZ 102) and use the auto throw feature on the Hare 2. I really only need auto-throw on 3-4 of my switches - so I can revert to using the main LZ100. I have a lot...
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    Hare 2 and Auto Throw

    Does anyone have any experience with the Auto Throw Feature on the Hare 2's? When connecting the the throw trigger rail to J-3 - the tortoise just cycles over and over. I have the switches and gaps done correctly - I believe. Using Atlas Insul-Frogs with Power Routing. I am ALSO using a separate...
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    12 wheel to 8 wheel loco change?

    Pardon me if this is a dumb question. I have purchased (without being aware of all the problems I would have) three 12 wheel locos. No matter what I do - they simply will not traverse my track configurations. I know that some of my curves are too tight. The eight wheel locos do OK. Can you...
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    DCC Operation Software

    I can use (and probably live with nicely) JMRI with my Lenz Set-100. I've been snooping around at traintools and zugdcc. Anyone had any experience with you gotta pay for" software? Hope your trains are staying cool - it is 103 here :p Pat
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    May I Gripe???

    Update Just a quick update - I sent an email (back door - rough guess) and said if I did not hear anything by noon - my time that I would have to cancel the order. Got a reply! "Slow Distributor" -- got another one a few hours later and said that my order had been shipped! Internet Trains was...
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    May I Gripe???

    What's wrong with major internet hobby suppliers not replying to simple emails - like what's the status of my $400 plus order??? I am going to choose where I buy ANY MRR product by the firm that REALLY provides this VERY BASIC form of customer service. -----OK I feel better now------ If you are...
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    New--Wary of Mistake

    I'll let you know Thanks to everyone who responded. I also sent a couple of emails and got almost instant replies. I've ordered a couple of the DH163P's - probably could have got more features - but did not want to press my luck! I've also ordered some 14v bulbs. I 'm sure this isn't as...
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    New--Wary of Mistake

    I believe I have this narrowed down - but just want to make sure. Just got this Proto 2000 HO ALCO PA Loco (by Walthers) that is DCC ready. From the best I can tell I need the DH163P Decoder for the PA and PB units. I was a bit confused about what they call a 9 - pin connector - clearly this...
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    Atlas Super or Custom Switch

    I'm at the point of buying some switches. I have noticed that Atlas has a Super line and a Custom line. What is the difference? Is the Tortoise the best motor to use - or something else? (DCC one of these days!) Thanks, Pat :wave:
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    foam vs balsa?

    I found my 2" foam (PINK - the strongest) at a commercial insulation supply company. It was worth the search. The 1" stuff (PINK) from HD is OK but I only use it for buildups/scenery. Its easier to get home for one thing! You'll love the 2" foam. With my supported base 1x3's I am able to crawl...
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    Is this NORMAL?

    Yes- the opening instructions were my inspiration. Your right - it is full. Just found room for a little clay and a couple of washers. I probably will have to take all that out to put in a decoder - but that is months down the line......Pat
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    Is this NORMAL?

    FOUND the problem!! I took the cover off (thanks to the help of an earlier post) and found a drive shaft rattling around! The FA was only using 4 of its eight powered wheels! I put it back and threw in a couple of heavy washers for luck and it is an ENTIRELY different machine. So, CUDOs to KEVIN...
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    Is this NORMAL?

    Found The Problem!! Took a look inside - was able to do so because of an earlier message that professionally told me how --- thanks again --- AND a plastic drive shaft had fallen loose - was rattling around inside. Therefore only four wheels were actually working! It is an eight wheel FA. So...
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    Is this NORMAL?

    Thanks for the feedback I guess that gives a whole new meaning to ballast! As you can see I had to put the "Energizer Bunny" on top just to get it to run on its supplied track! No grades! I'm new at this but I guess you have to take the cover off and find some way to cosmetically add the...
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    Is this NORMAL?

    Was testing this new set with some preliminary track and grades. As you can see below, I had to put a box of screws on top the loco - just to get it to begin this MILD grade without stuttering and slipping and requiring full throttle. I'm sure that part of the problem is a cheap loco (I bought...
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