Back in the day, there was a different (unrelated, I believe) company called Aurora that primarily sold slot cars, but they also sold N and HO trains. However, their HO trains were actually made by Pemco. The company was around from the 50's to the 80's - but they only sold their HO trains in the 80's at the same time as Pemco did.
Being old enough to remember Aurora models, slot cars and trainsets kind of had me doing a bit of a double take on an Aurora SD60 until I realized it was obviously a different Aurora. True crawl test I came across by accident years ago while testing aa Athearn tuning job on the club layout. Had it running as quiet and smooth as the high end Stewart's of the day and for whatever reasons forgotten to the ravages of CRS had stopped the locomotive and was doing something with a pencil I ended up setting across the tracks about 2 or 3 inches ahead of where I stopped the locomotive. Some minutes later reached for the pencil and felt the locomotive against the pencil and realized I'd not closed the throttle completely and the locomotive was actually creeping so slowly it took several minutes to close the gap between it and the pencil. Actually took the time and you could see the wheels turning very very slowly.
Omg! SMT i was the one that brought it up in the live stream lol im so glad you got one of these! Also you did miss the working rock lights, the interior cab light aswell as the instrument panel lights and the working radiator fans
Thanks for the suggestion. I wasn't able to get the features you mentioned operational - probably my lack of DCC knowledge rather than a defective unit.
@SMTMainline I know f11 would be the rad fans, some times they need alittle tap to get going, for the others I forget. Really just need to go through the functions in the dark and you will see it. My favorite is the light up dashbord in the cab
This is the first time hearing about Aurora, i looked them up while watching and 2/3 of the 3 locomotive types they sell are already sold out! I hope for nothing but the best for those guys as seeing what else they do will certainly be exciting!
Awesome Harrison, you finally got one! But you have only scratched the surface of what this locomotive can really do. The main one being the functional cooling fans, which can be activated by pressing F11 on the DCC controller. The model also features lighted gauges in the cab, lighted front walkway light, ground lights, plus a host of sounds. Also, it seems the max on this locomotive is somewhere in the 45-50 car range (I tested mine on the club layout last year, and that seemed to be the ceiling for this locomotive), depending on weight and rolling capabilities on the individual cars. The decals are for moderizing the locomotive to resemble the SD60F near the end of its tenure on CN (this according to modelers such as Track Side Mike). Also DO NOT loose the little baggie that came with the locomotive, those are the spare bearing caps in case you happen to loose one off the locomotive.
Thanks for all the info. I had heard the fans and cab lights were operational but I couldn’t get ether to work. I’m not super experienced with DCC so I’m probably not doing something right.
@SMTMainline there should be a list of functions in the manual which should cover all 28 functions. Unfortunately, I don't recall which function turns on the cab lights off the top of my head, though.
omg, love those SD60 series. The Canadian F version (F for the full cowl body instead of the standard walkway body) always impressed me. Pulling 20 cars seems about right even for the real 60 series units. You are a BRAVE young man. I would be too scare to open this up after a $300 price. Remind me to call you to my side when one of my locomotives are fighting me! lol.
If I’m not mistaken, the locomotives fans should be animated, the should spin, and there should be in-cab lighting. SMT, you should check what each function does, this SD60F is a really nice locomotive
I did do an extended look at the Aurora Miniatures website and I notice they go the extra mile in details. Their plug door boxcars have separate applied door access bars and latches. Other stuff on car ends as well. When I saw their rotating fans I was blown away. No pun intended. I saw on youtube a modeler had managed to make his fan blades move from inactive to a slow build up to spinning strongly via his DCC module. So cool. I think it was an SD40.
Same for me. I still have my HO Aurora Model Motoring (along with Atlas and Tyco) from the 1960's. It's all been in a box for over 50 years now! One day, I hope to set it up again.
Nice loco you got there. The detail is amazing. The lights are bright led's, very clean look. The couplers, MU hoses, cooling fans, trucks and everything else are very detailed. This was a good purchase. From Texas.........Hook 'em Horns.
That's one nice looking unit. I'll definitely be checking that company out. This is the first I've heard of them . Looks pretty good but for $300 I wouldn't expect any less!
Cool to see you got one. Got one myself. In terms of detail, they're worthy of the praise they've gotten, especially with the operating fans. Operating wise, they're OK, not as good as a scaletrains model. But overall, great kickstarter for their NA models.
I think it's impressive for a fairly new manufacturer. I ever since I filmed this video I've found the speed a bit inconsistent with the amount of throttle but other than that it seems to perform well.
@@SMTMainline This is a well known issue which is due to a design flaw in the drivetrain of these models. This issue lead to quite the controversy with two hobby shops being kicked out of the Aurora dealer network (one of them was publicly shamed by Aurora on social media). Aurora has said you can get replacement trucks for no charge (not sure if that's still the case). I got one of these when they first arrived at OVR and had the same problems. Given the model itself was also disappointing in many ways and was frankly quite the failure, I didn't trust Aurora so I eventually shipped it off to a hobby store in the hopes of getting it fixed. I just got it back a few days ago with the replacement trucks installed and the motor replaced and it no longer has any issue maintaining speed. If it hadn't been fixed, it would've had the unwanted title of the first almost brand new model being listed up for sale.
Hi again Harrison i looked up the locomotive in this video ad the SD60F's were built by EMD and are a six axle diesel electric locomotive intended for drag freight. They started production in 1984 and production ended in 1995. i still can't wait till you run all your ho scale steam locomotives and i think it would also be cool if you ran all your diesels.
Wow! I really want one. That is impressive how well that thing looks and works. The current most powerful locomotive I have is just an Atlas GE c30-7 with minimal detail. That SD60F looks great!
Great video. I would love to have one of those locomotive's. BTW If you push F11 than some radiator fans turn on in the rear, it's a real cool feature. And one more thing CONGRATULATIONS ON 103K🎉!!!
Nice review mate. For a new manufacturer that's quite a nice model they have produced. It will be interesting to see what other products they have and what they release for the future.
Cool locomotive Harrison, I went to one of my favorite hobby shops today and found a f45 in the sante fe paint scheme for 30 bucks still haven't tested it though 😂
Some of them had issues with the drive, I forget what exactly but they had trouble ay low speeds. yours seems to be a good runner. congrats on the nice draper taper.
$300.00 is a little too steep for me. Most I've ever paid for an engine was recently and I paid $120.00 for an RS-3 Central of Georgia. It was an Atlas engine. Cheers from eastern TN
Really nice review etc of this model. Now that it's the first time I've ever seen this brand before as well. Maybe I'll check them out myself. Even though my DCC controller I have is limited on functions I will eventually get a better one which would be nce brand . Great job on video
I can’t believe you actually bought a brand new DCC locomotive. Good for you. Do your fans spin? Mine are supposed to but I never got them to spin. Maybe I’ll send it to you. 😊 Mine also chugs which is too bad but it looks like you got a real good one. Supporting local.
Nice engine! Also, just wanted to say, you should check out that thing's actual pulling power. I once had a Walthers Mainline SD50 that managed 46 cars (all plastic) without slipping on track with a tighter radius than yours, and that drive on your engine looks like it could, too. I think your engine is capable of more than 30 plastic cars (on level track, that is).
@@SMTMainline yeah it was, I feel bad for the guy though because I felt like I ripped him off afterwards but he made the price and I agreed so I guess he was happy
It's definitely a beautiful locomotive, but the only thing I'm not fussed on is the sound. The sounds always seem so tinny to me. Remember, this is just MY personal opinion . Is it possible to link the DCC systems to a stereo or surround sound speaker system, to give the sound a deeper effect?
I believe they put the speakers in the shell instead of the fuel cell as most manufacturers do which might explain why. I'm not aware of any stereo sound systems for DCC but MRC did make a sound system years ago (you would have to adjust the speed etc yourself).
Aurora back in the 70's were know for descent HO electric slot cars & tracks but train cars left a lot to be desired, I have about 100 flat cars bought in bagged lot all with same problem plastic wheels that doesn't stay in the trucks. So buyer beware you may not like what you pay for.
In Canada it looks like it sells for ~ $300 - 315 CAD. In the USA I see it priced at @ $300 USD. They are overpricing it in the USA. It should be selling for $230 USD. Out of my price range regardless for HO and N scale Locomotives. O scale I will pay up to $400 with TMCC or PS2 or PS3. It is a good looking model.
Hey Harrison, I left the hobby of model trains, but I’m getting back into it. I was more of the European stuff and DCC with marklin but I pre-ordered a Rivarossi big boy heritage edition and I wanted to ask Will any DC locomotive work with any DC controller and track because it’s my favorite engine it’s a DC locomotive I’ve heard it’s pretty quiet and it’s also in your version of you’re a big boy
DC locomotives will work with any HO scale DC controller but when working with modern ones I would buy a decent controller as "train set" controllers are known to fry circuit boards.
Might need to wait until Scaletrains releases the ex MTH tooled model, which from the sounds of it, should be no later than late spring/early summer 2024.
Just bought a AHM 6645 Canadian Pacific 4-6-2 won't be arriving until Wednesday and thought I'd ask what I should be looking for if the engine isn't working right?
The number one failure point on older AHM locomotives is the motor. Specifically the commutator. Sometimes it can be cleaned but I’ve seen a couple fried ones. The second most common failure point is the wiper contacts in the trucks, they get out of place and quick making contact with the wheels.
Not a problem. I am no further along with DCC than you are and perhaps even less. Programming is difficult to comprehend and I wonder if I have missed a programming detail even though the engine runs. Now, I am told I must solder power leads to all the stub tracks in my yard so the locomotive won't stall in a switch transition. (which it did indeed do last occasion) I am looking to find a good soldering fume extractor. Any advice there ? I'll spend extra just to be save. It really beats huffing and puffing. I'm not much good passed out on the floor. I love your videos and super friendly manner with which you speak. I notice your layout has grown immensely. Wow ! Good on you ! Bob@@SMTMainline
It wouldn't run unless you left the decoder inside or replaced it with a DC decoder bypass. DCC decoders will run on DC power but I wouldn't recommend it if the controller is cheap.
I've been watching too many Scott Rails repairs I guess. He tends to buy old, Rivarossi and Mehano locos where they cheap out and only power 4 axles. I didn't see the gearing on that 3rd axle. @@modelrailfan37
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Back in the day, there was a different (unrelated, I believe) company called Aurora that primarily sold slot cars, but they also sold N and HO trains. However, their HO trains were actually made by Pemco. The company was around from the 50's to the 80's - but they only sold their HO trains in the 80's at the same time as Pemco did.
Yes both Auroras are separate companies
The drive looks like the one MTH used in their HO scale SD70 ACe
Being old enough to remember Aurora models, slot cars and trainsets kind of had me doing a bit of a double take on an Aurora SD60 until I realized it was obviously a different Aurora. True crawl test I came across by accident years ago while testing aa Athearn tuning job on the club layout. Had it running as quiet and smooth as the high end Stewart's of the day and for whatever reasons forgotten to the ravages of CRS had stopped the locomotive and was doing something with a pencil I ended up setting across the tracks about 2 or 3 inches ahead of where I stopped the locomotive. Some minutes later reached for the pencil and felt the locomotive against the pencil and realized I'd not closed the throttle completely and the locomotive was actually creeping so slowly it took several minutes to close the gap between it and the pencil.
Actually took the time and you could see the wheels turning very very slowly.
Omg! SMT i was the one that brought it up in the live stream lol im so glad you got one of these! Also you did miss the working rock lights, the interior cab light aswell as the instrument panel lights and the working radiator fans
Thanks for the suggestion. I wasn't able to get the features you mentioned operational - probably my lack of DCC knowledge rather than a defective unit.
@SMTMainline I know f11 would be the rad fans, some times they need alittle tap to get going, for the others I forget. Really just need to go through the functions in the dark and you will see it. My favorite is the light up dashbord in the cab
You have a very classy looking CN loco! Enjoyed watching it perform on your layout!
This is the first time hearing about Aurora, i looked them up while watching and 2/3 of the 3 locomotive types they sell are already sold out! I hope for nothing but the best for those guys as seeing what else they do will certainly be exciting!
Awesome Harrison, you finally got one! But you have only scratched the surface of what this locomotive can really do. The main one being the functional cooling fans, which can be activated by pressing F11 on the DCC controller. The model also features lighted gauges in the cab, lighted front walkway light, ground lights, plus a host of sounds. Also, it seems the max on this locomotive is somewhere in the 45-50 car range (I tested mine on the club layout last year, and that seemed to be the ceiling for this locomotive), depending on weight and rolling capabilities on the individual cars. The decals are for moderizing the locomotive to resemble the SD60F near the end of its tenure on CN (this according to modelers such as Track Side Mike). Also DO NOT loose the little baggie that came with the locomotive, those are the spare bearing caps in case you happen to loose one off the locomotive.
Thanks for all the info. I had heard the fans and cab lights were operational but I couldn’t get ether to work. I’m not super experienced with DCC so I’m probably not doing something right.
@SMTMainline there should be a list of functions in the manual which should cover all 28 functions. Unfortunately, I don't recall which function turns on the cab lights off the top of my head, though.
What a beauty of a model! This has to be one of my favorite models of yours!
omg, love those SD60 series. The Canadian F version (F for the full cowl body instead of the standard walkway body) always impressed me. Pulling 20 cars seems about right even for the real 60 series units. You are a BRAVE young man. I would be too scare to open this up after a $300 price. Remind me to call you to my side when one of my locomotives are fighting me! lol.
I wasn't included to open it but that's what I've done on cheaper locomotives that I've reviewed so I figured it would only be fair.
If I’m not mistaken, the locomotives fans should be animated, the should spin, and there should be in-cab lighting. SMT, you should check what each function does, this SD60F is a really nice locomotive
I think your right
Yes they are! They can be activated by pressing F11 on the DCC controller.
I did do an extended look at the Aurora Miniatures website and I notice they go the extra mile in details. Their plug door boxcars have separate applied door access bars and latches. Other stuff on car ends as well. When I saw their rotating fans I was blown away. No pun intended. I saw on youtube a modeler had managed to make his fan blades move from inactive to a slow build up to spinning strongly via his DCC module. So cool. I think it was an SD40.
20 rail cars is real good! You deserve a new locomotive every once in a while. Thanks for sharing!
That's a nice locomotive. The Aurora name definitely caught my attention as I had a Aurora slot car track when I was a kid back in the 70s.
Same for me. I still have my HO Aurora Model Motoring (along with Atlas and Tyco) from the 1960's. It's all been in a box for over 50 years now! One day, I hope to set it up again.
I don't think the two are related but I could be wrong.
Looks GREAT. The SD60F is one my favorites. This is the first I’ve heard of this company. Going to check them out.
That seems like an excellent unit. Nice purchase.
Nice loco you got there. The detail is amazing. The lights are bright led's, very clean look. The couplers, MU hoses, cooling fans, trucks and everything else are very detailed. This was a good purchase. From Texas.........Hook 'em Horns.
That's one nice looking unit. I'll definitely be checking that company out. This is the first I've heard of them . Looks pretty good but for $300 I wouldn't expect any less!
That is such a neat engine you have Harrison and got as well! I bet your happy with it!
Same price point is Scale Trains Rivet Counter line, which looks to be a lot more detailed and less "plasticy"
My local RR runs these things religiously. When my buddy got this model, I was amazed how realistic the sound was compared to the real thing.
the RR is DMVW
Very nicely made model
Congratulations on your purchase, SMT! I don't have one yet, but I can tell it's an excellent model!
When we saw Ben's stuff at OVRs first pop-up, everyone was impressed with the prototype. Then followed thru. Aurora shipping containers are exact.🚂🇨🇦
Cool to see you got one. Got one myself. In terms of detail, they're worthy of the praise they've gotten, especially with the operating fans. Operating wise, they're OK, not as good as a scaletrains model.
But overall, great kickstarter for their NA models.
I think it's impressive for a fairly new manufacturer. I ever since I filmed this video I've found the speed a bit inconsistent with the amount of throttle but other than that it seems to perform well.
@@SMTMainline This is a well known issue which is due to a design flaw in the drivetrain of these models. This issue lead to quite the controversy with two hobby shops being kicked out of the Aurora dealer network (one of them was publicly shamed by Aurora on social media). Aurora has said you can get replacement trucks for no charge (not sure if that's still the case). I got one of these when they first arrived at OVR and had the same problems. Given the model itself was also disappointing in many ways and was frankly quite the failure, I didn't trust Aurora so I eventually shipped it off to a hobby store in the hopes of getting it fixed. I just got it back a few days ago with the replacement trucks installed and the motor replaced and it no longer has any issue maintaining speed. If it hadn't been fixed, it would've had the unwanted title of the first almost brand new model being listed up for sale.
Now THAT'S a model. Nice purchase Harrison!
Congrats on 100k SMT
That is a sharp locomotive, SMT. Congratulations!
Hi again Harrison i looked up the locomotive in this video ad the SD60F's were built by EMD and are a six axle diesel electric locomotive intended for drag freight. They started production in 1984 and production ended in 1995. i still can't wait till you run all your ho scale steam locomotives and i think it would also be cool if you ran all your diesels.
It also has ditch lights, working rad fans and light up guages in the cab
3:21 Overland models in the US actually did that so technically this is the second time it's been done
Nice Loco. Love those Drapers!!!!! ENJOY IT!!!!!
I would like to aquire some modern CN power, great video Harrison!
Wow! I really want one. That is impressive how well that thing looks and works. The current most powerful locomotive I have is just an Atlas GE c30-7 with minimal detail. That SD60F looks great!
Beautiful engine. I'm going to have to take a look at Aurora
Nice looking engine! I hope you enjoy it and serves your layout well.
Great video. I would love to have one of those locomotive's. BTW If you push F11 than some radiator fans turn on in the rear, it's a real cool feature. And one more thing CONGRATULATIONS ON 103K🎉!!!
Thank you!
Nice review mate. For a new manufacturer that's quite a nice model they have produced. It will be interesting to see what other products they have and what they release for the future.
Thanks.
Wow that’s a really nicely detailed model and new to me also 👍
Love these units, nice video keep up the good work. You should order a rapido C40-M
Cool locomotive Harrison, I went to one of my favorite hobby shops today and found a f45 in the sante fe paint scheme for 30 bucks still haven't tested it though 😂
I think you have a winner there Harrison.
You're the man! Didn't waste any time in voiding the warranty. Just kidding, really nice engine and a lot of good detail.
That's the spirit. Junk the warranty on day one of ownership 😂
Nice model still love the videos harrison.
Video suggestion:Running all my eletric trains/high speed trains.
I just need to order an ICE and I'll do it.
Gotta love that classic CN paint
That's a pretty cool engine with some Kato and Rapido like detail . I wish you many fun scale miles with it..
Excellent video
awesome looking engine 💯❤
Looks nice!
Nathan such a sweet addition to your roster!
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The day has finally came! He got it!
Aurora used to make slot cars back in the day. Love your videos!
You should see about finding cars for the Hiawatha, or more Milwaukee road equipment in general. Or Chicago and northwestern equipment.
I agree. I already have one for it.
Some of them had issues with the drive, I forget what exactly but they had trouble ay low speeds. yours seems to be a good runner. congrats on the nice draper taper.
Function number 4 is usually low speed settings for shunting, at least by default in ESU decoders like Lokpilot.
Remembering the old Aurora kits and slot cars in the Sixties, I said to myself, "I never knew they made locomotives"
Harrison great review , I have two of these locomotives
$300.00 is a little too steep for me. Most I've ever paid for an engine was recently and I paid $120.00 for an RS-3 Central of Georgia. It was an Atlas engine. Cheers from eastern TN
Nice engine will start looking for these engines
Sick dude
That is A Sweet Lookin Engine.
Really nice review etc of this model. Now that it's the first time I've ever seen this brand before as well. Maybe I'll check them out myself. Even though my DCC controller I have is limited on functions I will eventually get a better one which would be nce brand . Great job on video
The 'markers' are actually class lights
maybe next time when u do reviews on these, do a quick clip with the lights off so we can see how well the locomotive illuminates ;)
That's a great idea 👍
the fans turn as well. check the cv number for that
It’s F11 I believe, I don’t own one though, so I’m not 100% sure.
@@modelrailfan37 I'll give it a try
Looks nice indeed. I would have put Kadee couplers on her for enhanced performance.
I'll leave the plastic ones on until they break. I'm curious to see how long that will take.
I can’t believe you actually bought a brand new DCC locomotive. Good for you. Do your fans spin? Mine are supposed to but I never got them to spin. Maybe I’ll send it to you. 😊 Mine also chugs which is too bad but it looks like you got a real good one. Supporting local.
I wasn't able to get the fans on mine to work ether. I'll write that off as my lack of DCC knowledge rather than a defective product.
Apparently the fans on top work and spin, I know you said about the Buttons and one wasn't working, perhaps that is the button for the fans...
I heard that but I couldn't figure out how to activate them.
Good looking engine 👍
Good job 👍
Nice engine! Also, just wanted to say, you should check out that thing's actual pulling power. I once had a Walthers Mainline SD50 that managed 46 cars (all plastic) without slipping on track with a tighter radius than yours, and that drive on your engine looks like it could, too. I think your engine is capable of more than 30 plastic cars (on level track, that is).
Today I just bought a Bachmann Canadian national sd40-2 with dcc for $80, the guy there was really nice
Seems like a pretty good deal
@@SMTMainline yeah it was, I feel bad for the guy though because I felt like I ripped him off afterwards but he made the price and I agreed so I guess he was happy
Great video Thank you
Nice engine Harrison.
I bought one as well I added a smoke unit and tiny motors for the fans and I found a way to tint smoke oil to be the color of diesel exhaust
Nice locomotive!
That’s impressive
hello smt mainline & it's is randy and i like yours video is cool thanks smt mainline friends randy . and canadian national 5543 sd60f super cool
Love your content man
Thanks
When are you going to do your Christmas contest and give away?
Nice SMT
It's definitely a beautiful locomotive, but the only thing I'm not fussed on is the sound. The sounds always seem so tinny to me. Remember, this is just MY personal opinion . Is it possible to link the DCC systems to a stereo or surround sound speaker system, to give the sound a deeper effect?
I believe they put the speakers in the shell instead of the fuel cell as most manufacturers do which might explain why. I'm not aware of any stereo sound systems for DCC but MRC did make a sound system years ago (you would have to adjust the speed etc yourself).
Aurora back in the 70's were know for descent HO electric slot cars & tracks but train cars left a lot to be desired, I have about 100 flat cars bought in bagged lot all with same problem plastic wheels that doesn't stay in the trucks. So buyer beware you may not like what you pay for.
I don't think this is the same Aurora, otherwise I don't know why their website says they were founded in 2020.
In Canada it looks like it sells for ~ $300 - 315 CAD. In the USA I see it priced at @ $300 USD. They are overpricing it in the USA. It should be selling for $230 USD. Out of my price range regardless for HO and N scale Locomotives. O scale I will pay up to $400 with TMCC or PS2 or PS3. It is a good looking model.
My price figure was in USD so I'm not sure if there's an imbalance or not
@@SMTMainline Arbitrage! 😁
Hey Harrison, I left the hobby of model trains, but I’m getting back into it. I was more of the European stuff and DCC with marklin but I pre-ordered a Rivarossi big boy heritage edition and I wanted to ask Will any DC locomotive work with any DC controller and track because it’s my favorite engine it’s a DC locomotive I’ve heard it’s pretty quiet and it’s also in your version of you’re a big boy
DC locomotives will work with any HO scale DC controller but when working with modern ones I would buy a decent controller as "train set" controllers are known to fry circuit boards.
Pleeaassee buy a 611,i'll stop asking😢
Might need to wait until Scaletrains releases the ex MTH tooled model, which from the sounds of it, should be no later than late spring/early summer 2024.
Hey thank you all
I'll get one if I can find it dirt cheap.
THANK YOU.I WILL NOW STOP ASKING!!!
And its norfolk and western,not western Maryland
Cool
I've never heard of Aurora Miniatures before. What is it like?
So far I'm happy with it. I'm more curious to see how it holds up in the long run.
Hey you missed a detail it has, the fans on the top actually spin
I had heard that but couldn't figure out how to operate them.
@@SMTMainline dang, keep up the good restoration work btw!
Just bought a AHM 6645 Canadian Pacific 4-6-2 won't be arriving until Wednesday and thought I'd ask what I should be looking for if the engine isn't working right?
The number one failure point on older AHM locomotives is the motor. Specifically the commutator. Sometimes it can be cleaned but I’ve seen a couple fried ones. The second most common failure point is the wiper contacts in the trucks, they get out of place and quick making contact with the wheels.
@@SMTMainlinethank you for telling me what to look for if it doesn't work well
just went to their website...everything is sold out!!
Did this model have the rotating fan blades in the roof that Aurora is famous for ? You didn't cover that aspect of their models.
I had been told that it did but I wasn't able to get them to run. I'm not super knowledgeable when it comes to DCC so I'll have to figure that out.
Not a problem. I am no further along with DCC than you are and perhaps even less. Programming is difficult to comprehend and I wonder if I have missed a programming detail even though the engine runs. Now, I am told I must solder power leads to all the stub tracks in my yard so the locomotive won't stall in a switch transition. (which it did indeed do last occasion) I am looking to find a good soldering fume extractor. Any advice there ? I'll spend extra just to be save. It really beats huffing and puffing. I'm not much good passed out on the floor. I love your videos and super friendly manner with which you speak. I notice your layout has grown immensely. Wow ! Good on you ! Bob@@SMTMainline
SMT are you going to do the Christmas contest this year ?
That’s the plan
@@SMTMainline ok
Cool 😊
By $300, you must mean USD, because if this is $300 CDN it's a steal.
Yeah, its $300USD.
What about the fans!!!! Ya need to show the fans. Lol
Lol, I was thinking the same thing 😂
I had been told they had operating fans but I couldn't figure out how to get them to work.
@@SMTMainline I want to say F21 or 22.
It’s been a minute since I ran mine. They have almost too many functions. They didn’t leave any out lol.
@@GoViaorgohome I just tried it. Seems to be F11 for the fans and F21 for the cabin lights.
@@SMTMainline ah right right. I normally only use like 3-4 functions per loco so I don’t bother remembering all of them. Glad yours does work.
HO scale locomotive.
SD60F Canadian National.
Aurora Models.
I love canada
If I took the decoder out and plugged it would it run on a standard dc layout?
It wouldn't run unless you left the decoder inside or replaced it with a DC decoder bypass. DCC decoders will run on DC power but I wouldn't recommend it if the controller is cheap.
Did the fans work on the radiators?
They did, I just didn't know how to activate them at the time.
It's 8 wheel drive, yes?
12 wheel drive actually!!!
I've been watching too many Scott Rails repairs I guess. He tends to buy old, Rivarossi and Mehano locos where they cheap out and only power 4 axles. I didn't see the gearing on that 3rd axle. @@modelrailfan37
@@modelrailfan37 Yep, I don't know how they fit the gears for it.
What are your thoughts on MTH HO?
I haven't worked with enough of their products to say.