
Size comparison of scales - Model Train Forum
Nov 27, 2012 · O scale model trains are all proportioned 1:48 to the prototype? Which is 1/48th the size of a real train? O scale conveniently works out to 1/4 inch = 1 foot. You could use 1/43 …
Does anybody else think that the negative stigma of model trains …
May 26, 2023 · A few years ago, one of our members posted that his father-in-law gave him a hard time for still playing with trains. But I don’t think there has ever been a stigma associated …
Ultrasonic "smoke" generator? - Model Train Forum
Apr 25, 2023 · Recently, I went searching for a cheap "smoke" generator, most immediately to enhance an existing camping scene, but potentially for chimney or vehicle smoke, etc. The …
Circuit Breakers - Model Train Forum
Jan 29, 2017 · I found a YouTube video on adding circuit breakers on the power lines coming from my Lionel ZW transformer. He mentioned Eaton miniature circuit breakers WMZS1C03. …
AHM TRAINS, REMEMBER? - Model Train Forum
Sep 29, 2016 · AHM was my first introduction to HO trains, back in the Christmas of 1968. I still have the Penn Central C-Liner and the C&O caboose from that first set. (It never occurred to …
Besides Ebay, Where is the Best Place to Sell O Scale Trains?
Dec 10, 2020 · I'm looking to sell my Lionel TMCC JLC Challenger, but I'm looking for a website to list it on that doesn't take 20% of the revenue like EBay does. I am looking for a place that's …
dc and ac - Model Train Forum
Feb 24, 2022 · Gilbert prewar HO trains had universal motors and used two rail HO track. Just like postwar S gauge these train cars and engines have insulated wheels to allow operation on two …
The Best DCC Controller - Model Train Forum
Mar 10, 2023 · 4) It's by far the best for running your trains at night (You know--you turn off the lights and pretend you're running your trains at night) The Zephyr Express is the worst …
Lubricants for HO Trains - Model Train Forum
Jan 5, 2023 · Which is a better lubricant for HO scaled trains, oil or grease? Who makes the best lubricant?
Building a simple (and hopefully easy) O guage ... - Model Train …
Dec 15, 2023 · The DCS protosound 2 trains are controlled with a remote. The pictures below are 3 years old. I moved and decided to switch from MTH DCS O to HO DCC. I decided to keep …