I first started to notice the same problem with my SD-70M's because Kato switched to a different mech on the newer M's & also on the SD-70ACe's....
In the past couple of years the 50' & 60' High Cube boxcars have had the older TTX logos in black & white replaced with a Red TTX logo. Also the...
Check out the website Highball Graphics, There are a few trailer & container decal sets available.
Sorry to hear about your misfortune as I too picked up a Horsehead SD-70ACe at first it had a little wobble over 1 turnout but a little front...
I unfortunately broke a sunshade off of one of my NS Gevo's. I E-mailed Matt & he said he could get met a couple of new sunshades but wouldn't...
I myself had the same thing happen when I opened my 5-pak of new NS bethgons at least 1 or 2 of the car weights came unglued & damaged the...
I use a similar product as what Bendtracker1 mentioned previously, found at the local Craft & Hobby store. Take and roll out 1 tiny ball to place...
I think you nailed it right down to the SP add on's plus the grime.
I myself have tried this method & it works well, Just using this ratio or a little experimenting on your own, you just about can't go wrong.
You wouldn't believe the money I had invested in EZ-Track with alot of the same switch problems you describe. Finally bagged up the whole lot,...
Coming along very nicely, I beleive Juniata would be proud of your rebuild.
But be very careful if you remove the top of the car, That when you lift up the roof walk supports not to bend to far because these delicate thin...
NS Boxcars I'm excited to see they will be releasing some Norfolk Southern PS 5344cf. Boxcars.
Yes Sir, Desperately need 53' containers in J.B. Hunt, Schneider, Hub Green for sure & any 53' Trailers.
Yes I too have been waiting on some of those ethanol tankcars, Back in Jan of this year my HS where I have my pre-order stated due end of June...
Myself personally I would be more inclined to put FVM motors into my Kato units, the FVM units have a better low throttle consistency which I like...
When starting my very first layout I decided to use EZ-track as it was available here locally. I really didn't have any problems building a decent...
Beautiful grain truck & trailer's. Now who did you say is manufactering those & where can I purchase them.
I certainly agree with your dilemma not only are there not enough modern semi- tanker trucks, but try to find a modern tractor trailer grain...
7517 & 7542 horsehead scheme released around 1st Feb. 7525 & 7533 gray ghost scheme released around 1st of Mar.
