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by JimJam
Sat Feb 18, 2023 1:03 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: RC Controller recommendation wanted
Replies: 15
Views: 4106

Re: RC Controller recommendation wanted

Thanks for all the input. My intent is to purchase a controller that has RC built in. Technology is advancing so fast... even in our Live Steam hobby. It's difficult to keep up with what's best ! Next week, there may be another RC/controller that's even better ! Thanks again to all that responded. I...
by JimJam
Wed Feb 15, 2023 10:40 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: RC Controller recommendation wanted
Replies: 15
Views: 4106

RC Controller recommendation wanted

Hello folks - I'm building an electric battery-operated SW-1 and I'd like to make it a remote-controlled locomotive. In my search I've found there is a plethora of RC contollers to choose from. I'd like to ask you what make RC controller you're using in your locomotive and are you happy with it ? Wh...
by JimJam
Sat Feb 04, 2023 9:20 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Elesco pump drawings
Replies: 92
Views: 43468

Re: Elesco pump drawings

Nice work Adam. You do nice work. Thanks for sharing.
by JimJam
Mon Mar 08, 2021 2:24 pm
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Cupola Caboose Rebuild
Replies: 49
Views: 51765

Re: Cupola Caboose Rebuild

Thanks for posting this build. My caboose rebuild is nearly finished and your build was a help. I'll post a photo when it's completed this spring 2021.
by JimJam
Sun Apr 14, 2019 4:16 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Night Running & Lights?
Replies: 34
Views: 25426

Re: Night Running & Lights?

Here's an LED supplier with great prices ! Lots of variations too. https://www.oznium.com/led-bolts-prewired-leds/led-bolt?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=ocpm&utm_campaign=Facebook+Ongoing&utm_content=popular-oznium-products&fbclid=IwAR3Ljv0LZ_AyvXUsiHqPVWgUQCahbDbM4UzfNddX_SnA5gdOBm...
by JimJam
Sun Apr 14, 2019 2:39 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Temporary Trailer-Engine haul
Replies: 35
Views: 19372

Re: Temporary Trailer-Engine haul

Good ideas in this thread. I'm interested to hear (and see) how other people are holding down their locomotives while being transported. Anyone have a favorite device to "nail down" their engine ?

- Jimi -
by JimJam
Wed Apr 10, 2019 10:51 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: types of coal
Replies: 29
Views: 16769

Re: types of coal

Bituminous vs anthracite seems to be what you like best. My son and I both run our 2-6-0 and have different opinions on coal. Sonny-boy likes the soft bituminous and I prefer anthracite. The bituminous burns hot and fast, tends to smoke and can more easily cause clinkers. The anthracite burns longer...
by JimJam
Sat Jun 02, 2018 7:48 am
Forum: Riding Scale Railroading
Topic: Ballast tipple design request
Replies: 12
Views: 16509

Re: Ballast tipple design request

Thanks to everyone for your input and photos. I now have a better idea for a tipple design.

- Jimi -
by JimJam
Thu May 17, 2018 4:32 pm
Forum: Riding Scale Railroading
Topic: Ballast tipple design request
Replies: 12
Views: 16509

Ballast tipple design request

Hi Guys - I'm in the infancy of building my RR empire and I can see how handy a ballast tipple can be. However, I don't remember seeing any articles in magazines regarding the building of a tipple. Tell me about the tipple features that you would recommend.... or, things that didn't work out. Do you...
by JimJam
Mon Apr 16, 2018 9:50 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Foundry Pattern Making
Replies: 25
Views: 15686

Re: Foundry Pattern Making

Good morning Hobbysteam - I have a book that is quite extensive for pattern making called "Practical Wood Pattern Making" by J. Robert Hall. (ISBN 1-55918-109-5) Lots of illustrations and written in a matter-of-fact manor. Soft cover and 188 pages. About $20. This book is published by Lind...
by JimJam
Tue May 09, 2017 11:35 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Tracks in Connecticut?
Replies: 17
Views: 11833

Re: Tracks in Connecticut?

Many of the CT people come up to Pioneer Valley LS in Southwick MA. Straight up route 91. When you get to Springfield, hang a left onto route 57. I knew of a track in the northwestern part of CT. It's a privately owned track and quite extensive with a tall trestle and tunnel. Don't give up searching...
by JimJam
Mon May 08, 2017 9:11 pm
Forum: Riding Scale Railroading
Topic: Signal Suppliers
Replies: 13
Views: 10118

Re: Signal Suppliers

Hi Guys - "I'm Boston Locomotive Works !" Thanks for the kudos One-Inch-Railroad. Yes. I'm still plugging away on my signal project. Albeit, sometimes at the speed of a glacier. Thanks to 3D printing I'm printing patterns to have them cast. They're coming out nicely, but its expen$ive. Rec...