January was a rough month to start the year off with and I'm ready for work this month, albeit a few hours early. That extra day on the end will certainly make a difference! Let's see what you've got.

I need to connect a 2.0 mm motor shaft to a 1/8" (3.175 mm) gearbox shaft.

What ID tubing and wall thickness is recommended.  What material, vinyl or silicone, or ??  Who is a good supplier?

I've got a Model Power HO scale 0-4-0 Fat Boy with tender all in pretty good shape. The motor runs well; worm gear is in good. The light works. Cosmetically looks great. Problem is the idler gear/drive gear is stripped and there's caked-on burnt plastic and congealed grease present. I'm looking for a replacement gear as well as some tips on cleanup. The gear is located on the drive wheel shaft and doesn't appear that it can be removed. If that's the case I'll need the gear and wheel assembly. Any ideas/tips?

Hi All,

Went to see some trains today with my camera.  Found a couple scenes that you might enjoy looking at. 

In the spirit of the holidays I'd like to share them with You.

Hope the ensuing year is Happy, Healthful and Prosperous for you.

I’m looking forward to see your prototype photos too again this year.