That is what I'm going to do, but not 6:1. I'm thinking 3:1 or so, but same idea. With it being him, I certainly want it to be noticeable to...
If it makes a difference, the Golden Spike engines are 4' 8.5" gauge.
Sure, a gift from Amazon would definitely work. It's just that there's nothing behind it. It's just another store bought gift.
I think what I'll do is go out to Golden Spike and duplicate the coupler from the 119 or the Jupiter. Since I can't exactly get a full on coupler...
Found this: [ATTACH] Assuming it's a standard 40"x48" pallet, then jeez... 3 feet long and a good 1-1.5 feet wide and 1 foot tall. heh.......
Anybody here know what the dimensions of the coupler as a whole are? I'm talking about the entire head. I can't find any dimensions no matter...
I did get a hold of a metal recycler here in my area... and it seems they even have a few extra cars coming in! There was a train derailment...
I'm just looking to buy a coupler. Going to use it to make a MUCH LIGHTER, but full size, and movable coupler for my father-in-law's trailer...
I kinda like that, but it's too simple for what I want to do. There's nothing behind it. No story and no effort. If my wife and I make one, he...
As per your forum rules, I'm introducing myself. UtahJarhead. I'm not a train buff, but my father-in-law is. I won't lie to you all, I'm not...
You're a champ!
Ok, that was supposed to say "Coupler knuckle", but my fingers are half stupid it seems.
Full disclosure: I'm not into trains. They're great, but they don't hold my fancy. However... my father-in-law is slightly into them. He's a...
