News of Z at N scale convention (Sparks NV 6/16-18)

SJ Z-man Jun 20, 2023

  1. SJ Z-man

    SJ Z-man TrainBoard Member

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    I went with the wife's N scale modular group and others I know in the large (HUGE large) Free-MoN group.

    Many manufacturers were there but some also provide Z for us.

    First: The N Scale Architect (TheNarch.com) direct link: https://thenarch.com/catalog/newest-releases/z-scale
    Russ Kaufman Owner/Operator laid it ALL out. He has most in stock and catching up on others. So we have an assortment of fences and possibly more styles. He still as the 'Two-fur' Combo pack. Don't forget the Telephone booth.

    Second: Atlas Paul Graf/CEO. FIRST . . I thanked them for the Z offerings (noted that it's "OK") I asked to get Turnout Motor for Z. I showed him how I applied there HO 005 under mount fits well within the Z turnout footprint and easily toggles the points (with a little modification) and no need to use the much bigger 0066 (which has included Frog contacts) as we use the (in harmany; Tam Valley Juicer.

    I asked about the BLMA Trackside Electrical Boxes. "Plastic or Metal?" Hmmm. Plastic could have door handles, vents, external electrical power /AC small boxes . . . So I stuck with the simple (same) boxes that can be just a few weeks (not months and COSTLY plastic)

    Third: Micro-Trains will continue the successful Graffiti and Weathered series. Their re-introduction of the F3 will be minimal and additional passenger cars (same bodies/shells we know of). Same motor, trucks and shell. They have been catching up as staffing diminished through the past few years (aged, sick, family and else). They now some good youngin's. I spoke at depth with Vicki and Eric in a positive position. Like all Mfg'r, they are backlogged and obviously moving, N first.

    A LOT of N vehicle manufactures in a collective display. None close enough for Z.
     
  2. Kurt Moose

    Kurt Moose TrainBoard Member

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    Excellent news, and the big manufactures aren't forgetting Z!
     
  3. southernnscale

    southernnscale TrainBoard Supporter

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    It's nice to see that some are still thinking of Z scale! All needed items for Z scale!
     

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