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Those are some pretty neat trains Speed Toaster!

Thank you very much "Speed Toaster". That is exactly the type of information I was looking for!

Adam,
Those rods look fantastic. Admittedly, I am happy that my engine only has 4 total drive wheels so I don't have to make complicated rods like yours. But, the end definitely justified the means in this case!

I bought some from the local Ace Hardware store. It is use for packing plumbing fixtures. See this link: https://www.acehardware.com/departments/plumbing/faucet-and-faucet-repair/faucet-and-valve-packing/4200366 Amazon probably has it too. That being said, I cannot comment on whether it is the right...

That looks very nice Adam. I can't wait to see your engine in person someday. It will be awesome.

Thanks. I was hoping a member of Pioneer Valley Live Steamers would remember the car and building and chime in...

When I attended the model train show in Springfield, NY, around 2005-2007 I would sometimes stop by the Pioneer Valley Live Steamers' display. I was familiar with 1/8 scale trains but didn't know a lot. One boxcar I saw was painted dark blue with gold lettering and advertised for a Chinese restauran...

That looks really sweet!

I would check the return policy on the receipt...

Well, if the track gets real bad just ask for more...

Thanks all!

What are you planning on working on now?