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by 0351
Sun Dec 03, 2023 10:18 pm
Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
Topic: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR
Replies: 148
Views: 114271

Re: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR

Glenn Brooks wrote: Sun Dec 03, 2023 5:13 pm I like your use of square nuts. Gives the build a feeling of authenticity.
I too felt like it added to the authenticity, and since I was using a 1/4” through 1/2” size bolts there are plenty of square nuts available in bulk relatively cheap.
by 0351
Sat Nov 04, 2023 8:58 am
Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
Topic: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR
Replies: 148
Views: 114271

Re: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR

Stirrup, chain roller, also got the the end platforms painted and installed.
by 0351
Sat Nov 04, 2023 8:55 am
Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
Topic: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR
Replies: 148
Views: 114271

Re: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR

Made the brake wheel and sprocket mounts, and the ship lap lumber for the end platforms.
by 0351
Sat Nov 04, 2023 8:46 am
Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
Topic: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR
Replies: 148
Views: 114271

Re: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR

More photos
by 0351
Sat Nov 04, 2023 8:45 am
Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
Topic: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR
Replies: 148
Views: 114271

Re: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR

Finished up the underside of #0305, and flip it over to start the tops it. Unfortunately I didn’t save a picture of the truss rod setup. Looking forward to getting started on the upper structure.
by 0351
Fri Mar 24, 2023 11:33 pm
Forum: Live Steam Marketplace
Topic: Looking for someone to build a scale water tank
Replies: 20
Views: 3944

Re: Looking for someone to build a scale water tank

I have 25yrs in residential construction and wood work. I’m currently building in 3” scale. Do you have plans and what level of detail are you looking for?
The car in the picture below is one I’ve built in 3”.
by 0351
Fri Mar 03, 2023 10:58 am
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Question to Builders
Replies: 17
Views: 9428

Re: Question to Builders

Pontiacguy1 wrote: Fri Mar 03, 2023 8:36 am I think you misunderstood what product he is considering offering. He is thinking about supplying long stock in T shape and L shape and maybe half-round or some other special shapes.
Ah…..thanks for the clarification!
by 0351
Fri Mar 03, 2023 8:14 am
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Question to Builders
Replies: 17
Views: 9428

Re: Question to Builders

I’m looking for some Tee’s that will fit 3/8” round rod for a 3” scale build?
by 0351
Sat Feb 11, 2023 2:24 pm
Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
Topic: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR
Replies: 148
Views: 114271

Re: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR

If I don’t turn my phone sideways, the upload works perfectly!
by 0351
Sat Feb 11, 2023 10:04 am
Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
Topic: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR
Replies: 148
Views: 114271

Re: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR

Think I know the photo issue. If I post a picture taken with my phone turned sideways it says the file is too large. So I’ll retake some photos and post them.
by 0351
Fri Feb 10, 2023 7:43 pm
Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
Topic: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR
Replies: 148
Views: 114271

Re: 12” gauge DRGW Inspired RR

Long caboose update: Last couple of months have been very busy, and haven’t gotten as far along as I’d like. Caboose frame is assembled, coupler and bolsters are welded up. I came up with a way to enhance the look of the coupler pocket castings by welding a flange the end the 1.5” x 3” tubing that e...