The first run of K-27 was affected by over oiling of the motor. In many cases it was possible to burn the oil off by applying 12 volts DC to the motor via the two outer pins of the drawbar connector.

The 42nd National Narrow Gauge Convention (to be held in Tacoma, WA) is just a month away (September 1-4, 2022). We have our clearance card and we are fine tuning all the details. Here are a few impor

Has anybody has any experience with this item from Micromark: https://www.micromark.com/Cordless-Airbrush-Kit-for-Fine-Detail? It seems like it might be useful for track detailing and other on-layout

Now before you all jump on me and say “Go to the DCC Group” hear me out, please. I have 2 early Hallmark 2-8-2 engines. They both have mechanical problems that will be more trouble than they are worth

Could anyone in the group recommend anyone or another IO group of narrow gauge modelers involved in On3 gauge modeling. I have a small collection of O scale models for sale. I would greatly appreciate

Hi, all, In a shameless act of self-promotion, if you are attending the NMRA National Convention in St. Louis next week stop by the large Mudhens HOn3 modular layout, which will be on display all week

CENTRAL OHIO NARROW GAUGE MODELERS MEET-UP A very informal narrow gauge modelers gathering, open to anybody, from anywhere, who has an interest in narrow gauge railroads and modeling. Please bring mod

Brian Kopp & Mike Conder (et all), I just moved to Las Cruces/Mesilla New Mexico from Colorado. You seem to be well versed in the railroads in SW New Mexico. Silver City and Deming are near by and wer

In general, a boat is up to 200 tons displacement... a ship is over 200 tons displacment... Cutty Sark displces 2,130 tons so is a ship... but for some unknown reason all submarines without regard to

I am building some D&RGW rolling stock kits was wondering what you guys use for brown color. I am building cabooses and 3000 series box cars. I really like Tru-Color paints but open to any brands. Tha

Bar Mills Models makes nice HO kit called Homer Paint Company. I used the kit to make a small waterfront building. Darryl Huffman hobbydvds@... You can see samples of my work here: GhostTownModels.blo

I just pushed a post to my blog, Part 2 of frame construction: https://glenn.pulpitrock.net/blog/posts/2022-07-25_168_frame_2/ Mike Conder, a particular shout-out goes to you for shaping my head on we

1 - 1 of 1 previous page 1 next page teve Hatch 12:13pm #156501 Here's a few photo's of my RR that I like. Reply Like More

I did a quick message search and didn't see that anyone had recently discussed these.....hope I didn't miss it. Has anyone ordered the HOn3 trucks San Juan Details is now selling? I saw archbar and pa

Hello friends, I'm building several Leadville Designs D&RG boxcar kits from the TOC era and looking for photos of the side door and end door hardware. I have tried the Web and no luck. A Century + Ten

Hello there everyone. My name is Gavin and I'm from Singapore! In Asia. Been a model railroader for over twenty years but I've been in z scale since the beginning. My work travels to the US has always

Darryl Huffman hobbydvds@... You can see samples of my work here: GhostTownModels.blogspot.com On Saturday, July 16, 2022, 5:09 PM, Darryl Huffman via groups.io <darrylhuffman@...> wrote: I am selling

Not narrow gauge, but if your interests extend to steam logging, take a look at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0K5XwmGmuw This is a half hour compilation of film clips covering Allison Logging's 192

A photo would help. Darryl Huffman hobbydvds@... You can see samples of my work here: GhostTownModels.blogspot.com

I am selling my vintage (1999) Sierrawesr Narrow Gauge Log Train. 12 kits in one box. $360 for 12 kits. That's $30 each. Very hard to find. The set does not contain trucks or couplers so you pick the