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    2-8-2 Driver's slipping

    I guess I don't understand what's happening here. I read where this is a common problem. If the drivers are being forced out of quarter, then it would seem that the geared driver is moving, and the rods are not turning the other drivers, as they should be. A loco should be able to slip its...
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    Why I love E-Bay for this Hobby

    Chessie, You say you contacted the shop for parts. What did you find concerning the cost of parts? I have many old steamers that I have acquired parts for, mostly Mantuas, but a Rivarossi source is always good to have. I have yet to try these large flanged models on my Code 83 layout.
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    Mantua Sound System

    I have one of these, installed in a Mikado tender. These were manuf. for use w/a nine volt battery. Previous owner made wiring changes to change to track voltage. I trust this worked, as it is neatly done, although the three wires and their attachment to the leaf switch contact is not as the...
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    Why I love E-Bay for this Hobby

    eBay Purchase Hello, You will now start to find how much those locos will really cost you.;)
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    RTR Freight Car(s)

    I believe a person should be able to state they dislike a product and this ought to be a place to say it. I have learned much from other's dislikes, and their stated reasons. My experience is that everybody supports their opinion, either by saying what they like in a model, or by explaining what...
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    What the kit said...

    Great work. Your opening description is hilarious.
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    Branchline Yardmaster cars

    I tried some of their Blueprint series. Tedious, and frustrating. Yardmaster is a much better product.