Locos - Rolling stock (general)

EMD E7/8B Trucks

Sat, 2013-03-30 21:34 — CAP

Is there anybody out there who knows how to replacement power trucks for a Proto 2000 E7B locomotive

I have a Part # 584818 that I found in the box. But I think that's for a unpowered E7B. I have contacted Walther's and I have not gotten a satisfactory response yet. Is the any source for these trucks?

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Twin motored Athearn Alco PA chassi

Sat, 2013-03-30 18:14 — Bernd

After those steamers got converted I had 3 12 volt motors. What to do? Why mount each one on a truck so they swivel with the truck.

I think I found my next project.

Bernd

Athearn engine noise - BB

Fri, 2013-03-29 04:02 — Ventana

Ok, so I have been reading and know the Athearn Blue box Loco's have a reputation for being noisy.   I picked one up on ebay and did the Tune-up on it.  It runs great, no problems at all, except for the noise.

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Athearn 200 Ton Crane #2

Thu, 2013-03-28 05:51 — Bernd

I've been working on a second crane that will, hopefully, travel with the NCE display to shows. It will be controlled by a 4 function NCE decoder. Which decoder has not yet been determined.

Here are a few in progress pictures of the motorized turret and current pick ups.

The first attempt at using a friction drive didn't work. There was to much friction (pun intended) in the bushings supporting the gearing.

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They're hereeeeeee

Wed, 2013-03-27 18:37 — Mycroft

Accurail just released the boxcar I have been waiting on for about 4 months.  Have to call my dealer tomorrow to remind him to get me my dozen of them.  And some wheelsets to switch out as well.  Two projects to keep me busy now.....


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