The "MagnaTraction" slogan was also used by Aurora in the 70's for their A/FX racing cars. Same idea, the motor magnets were close to the metal...
Holy cow, Dave! 69 pages! Looks awesome! I'm sure this will answer my questions. I'm going to download the software you mention tomorrow...
I thought it was vague. I've been trying to figure out some sort of system for a long time, but the one piece of the puzzle that always seems to...
One question on the Atlas code55 packs. They come in packs of 6, well how many packs do you need for a complete circle? No references as to...
Awesome stuff folks!! I love the sepia & b&w photos! It really gives the photos unusual depth perception!...
Good luck on starting your group! I thought about accessibility when planning my next layout. Most people don't concider it, but when you...
Even if they roll better than MTL, the cumulative weight of all those sets have to be pulled along, and if uphill, they suddenly force the engines...
Externally, they all looked pretty much the same. The 4 axle ones had an extended cover plate over the fuel tank. The Atlas model appears to...
You could always install permanent shutters on the outside. They can be decorative with some custom made "train" shutter dogs. At the very...
Looks great! I know what you mean about "NOTHING is square", I USED to own an 1889 Queen Anne Victorian... 'nuf said! Speaking of your...
Quote: Originally Posted by tony22 [IMG] I'm thinking of going to the FVM wheelsets but want to be sure of something. Since these are one-side...
Do you need to be a member to obtain one?
Hi Mike, I searched the Atlas site and couldn't pull up the post. Their archive stops in 2004 and the "live" posts are from 2008. I'll PM...
There were 2 models of 5 axle C Liners 1. CPA16-5: (1600hp, A&B versions) Canadian National 2. CPA20-5: (2000hp, A version) Long Island...
Hi Mike, I just spent 20 minutes typing up my response to you and submitted. No post to the site. Website froze. Synopsis: Con-Cor PA-1...
I will be buying some track next payday. There will be NO sharp radii curves on my layout, so at least that won't be an issue. My concern with...
Good stuff! LOVE those E7s too!! Signed up for Railimages, looks like I can "favorite" photos and that will help my research. Thanks for the...
Well I don't run anything at the moment, i'm still in planning stages... I have a bunch of old C-Liners that I wanted to convert to NYC scheme...
I still can't find any photos of the Albany station. Even in this computerized age, hunting for data is severely frustrating. Lots of photos...
[IMG] Interesting use for Lego Technics parts... :tb-wink:
