Awesome idea with the modified coupler springs! Will have to try that on my N-scale cars. And liked the quick and easy painting of the trucks and wheels.
Glad you liked it! It takes a bit to get the eye for the proper amount of coils to cut down but is definitely worth the improved operations. Have fun! -grant
Since discovering your channel I can’t click on a new video fast enough. Your layout is truly a work of art, and it runs every bit as good as it looks. The videos are always well presented, whatever the subject matter, they are concise and to the point, no superfluous rambling. But the most important thing your channel provides is inspiration. You generously share your knowledge of the hobby with the viewer, but to me the inspiration I get when I see a train snaking along in prototypical fashion through a gorgeous landscape is priceless. Although my first reaction isn’t to think “hey I can do that,” because I know I can’t, I do get a certain sense of motivation to at least try to improve my skills. Because you show that it can be done. Also it’s heartwarming to see a father and son working on a hobby together. I hope his interest in model railroading continues as he goes on in life. Thanks for all the great content, and I’m looking forward to the next one! Cheers!
@@SouthernAlbertaRail so I tried it today with a hopper that was free rolling really bad on any track that wasn’t perfectly level. I used the springs from Kadee 58’s. First test was with one half spring on one wheel per truck, and it helped but didn’t prevent it from moving completely. Using about 3/4 of a spring on each truck did the trick. The spring is enough to keep it from moving, but doesn't prevent the wheel from turning. Might be able to get away with using the whole spring. Further testing required.
Thanks for sharing. I know that trick. Using the springs. Some of my cars have them. You like the Tangent wheels. There trucks too? I need around 300 wheels.
They are basically the same as the BLMA/Atlas wheels. I had about 40 BLMA trucks I needed wheels for and couldn't get them from Atlas so the Tangents filled the bill. The Tangent 100 ton truck is just as good as the BLMA/Atlas truck in my opinion. Almost identical with the same bolster height. How dd you make out with the brackets?
@@SouthernAlbertaRail Good. I only made enough for two cars. I have two covered hopper to try them on. And how do you know what wheel to use? Like when to use 33 or 36? And what truck for each car?
@@SouthernAlbertaRail Yes I would like you to. I went to Tangent. $80 for 100 wheels. 36 inch .537s I think that what you used. When I wanted to see there 100 ton trucks it looks like it will be something for the future.
Why aren't you using the little springs that come with the coupler kits? They're made for just what you're doing, a little larger in diameter to fit right over the axle point. Not as many "turns" admittedly but they do seem to do the job.
Not only does your scenery look lifelike, but you train does too!
Thanks Ted.
Awesome idea with the modified coupler springs! Will have to try that on my N-scale cars. And liked the quick and easy painting of the trucks and wheels.
Glad you liked it! It takes a bit to get the eye for the proper amount of coils to cut down but is definitely worth the improved operations. Have fun! -grant
Since discovering your channel I can’t click on a new video fast enough. Your layout is truly a work of art, and it runs every bit as good as it looks. The videos are always well presented, whatever the subject matter, they are concise and to the point, no superfluous rambling. But the most important thing your channel provides is inspiration. You generously share your knowledge of the hobby with the viewer, but to me the inspiration I get when I see a train snaking along in prototypical fashion through a gorgeous landscape is priceless. Although my first reaction isn’t to think “hey I can do that,” because I know I can’t, I do get a certain sense of motivation to at least try to improve my skills. Because you show that it can be done.
Also it’s heartwarming to see a father and son working on a hobby together. I hope his interest in model railroading continues as he goes on in life.
Thanks for all the great content, and I’m looking forward to the next one! Cheers!
I really appreciate that!
Love the get it done technique! Well done! Be watching your other vids as well!
Dominic
Awesome! Thank you Dominic. Hope you enjoy the rest of the library. Cheers. -grant
Awessssome. No wonder your running is so real. Sweating the little stuff pays. Terrific 👌🏼
Thanks Jal!
Awesome tutorial grant. Great to see people with awesome layouts sharing tips of the hobby especially in N Scale !
Thanks PJ! Greatly appreciate the comment. Cheers.
That is some great info Grant, will give it a try. Thanks for sharing it. Bob
No sweat Bob. Have fun!
Cool... Can't wait to try this one.
Right on... give it a whirl.
Neat stuff. The slinky effect is certainly a bane of N scalers. I might try this in HO and see what happens.
Curious how it would work in HO with the increased mass. If you give it a whirl let me know.
@@SouthernAlbertaRail so I tried it today with a hopper that was free rolling really bad on any track that wasn’t perfectly level. I used the springs from Kadee 58’s. First test was with one half spring on one wheel per truck, and it helped but didn’t prevent it from moving completely. Using about 3/4 of a spring on each truck did the trick. The spring is enough to keep it from moving, but doesn't prevent the wheel from turning. Might be able to get away with using the whole spring. Further testing required.
Sounds promising. Would be handy if you didn't have to modify the spring.
Thanks for sharing. I know that trick. Using the springs. Some of my cars have them. You like the Tangent wheels. There trucks too? I need around 300 wheels.
They are basically the same as the BLMA/Atlas wheels. I had about 40 BLMA trucks I needed wheels for and couldn't get them from Atlas so the Tangents filled the bill. The Tangent 100 ton truck is just as good as the BLMA/Atlas truck in my opinion. Almost identical with the same bolster height. How dd you make out with the brackets?
@@SouthernAlbertaRail Good. I only made enough for two cars. I have two covered hopper to try them on. And how do you know what wheel to use? Like when to use 33 or 36? And what truck for each car?
Enough to get the first couple under your belt and then it's off to the races. We can go over wheel sizes in an upcoming live stream if you like.
@@SouthernAlbertaRail Yes I would like you to. I went to Tangent. $80 for 100 wheels. 36 inch .537s I think that what you used. When I wanted to see there 100 ton trucks it looks like it will be something for the future.
Have a look on MB Kleins site for BLMA 100 ton trucks. Last I checked they had some in stock.
Why aren't you using the little springs that come with the coupler kits? They're made for just what you're doing, a little larger in diameter to fit right over the axle point. Not as many "turns" admittedly but they do seem to do the job.
I tried that initially and found that the larger diameter made them visible.
@@SouthernAlbertaRail Do you do this on every car?
I do Doug. One spring on one axle on one truck. The other truck is free rolling.
@@SouthernAlbertaRail Thanks Grant. I plan on doing that as well.
First!? Lol
Yup.