In an earlier post it was suggested that a matrix of requirements helped sort through the decision process, if you are not analytical, take each...
I have been very satisfied with my Peco equipment. Now they have started selling a code 83 version that may cause you to rethink the code 100...
The subways do have the variety but don't forget the Long Island RR. Sitting on the VanWych coming out of Kennedy just before the Jamica area, I...
What is further incredible, the article said that after the police located the crew, the crew refused to stop eating and move the train. The road...
With loss of life and home, one can understand the people's position.
Watash, It is facinating to read your observations and assessments of that joint. Were you an inspector or is this from experience?
Russ, I like the way you think!!
When you speak of the lack of support from the politicians, keep in mind that the issue must be popular before they will get behind it. With the...
Keep in mind that working with non-insulated wire presents challenges to insure there is adequate isolation. Don't know the complexity of your...
Chris, My experience has shown me it is worth keeping the wiring dressed, color coded, and labeled. I have found it save me hours keeping things...
If the economics of the decision is important, go for best value. If that is not the prime concern, try the different company units to determine...
Not as a result of wisdom but I managed to accumulate many Athearn kits from shows and hobby shops. I set them aside knowing I would eventually...
Rush2ny, I am in the lower Hudson Valley (Rockland County). My job requires involvment with various governmental agencies, consequently, where...
The expansion and the WTC area transit renovation, including the new downtown hub being planned is through a combination of Federal funds (a...
Thanks on the metal wheel comments. I appreciate the advice as I weigh the move to metal.
Would you recommend metal wheels over plastic?
Rick, I share your view. It would be great to understand the basics of DC but the hobby train world is moving to DCC so how much will the basics...
Revell made some good deisels at the time (New Haven). They were some of the early geared units. Remember the rubber band drives? Varney car kits...
If you have a limited budget, going DC then moving to DCC adds up. DCC is fun. I went Digitrax and am satisfied because of its expansion capability.
Is this another example of the transportation system weakness? If airports and planes are weak links, the subway must be a close second for...
