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Update & Test Run on New Gargrave S Scale Dual Tracks with Original American Flyer Switches at OCSMR
Eleven months ago I made a youtube video on the Gargraves Tracks when the company sent to us at the Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders, several boxes of new S gauge Gargraves tracks and switches. It is now finally installed and all the kinks and bumps and have been worked and smoothed out. However I found the Gargrave switches was not optimal for this particular layout. The S gauge layout is on a high platform (neck level viewing) and no "Switch Flags" were available on it making it difficult to see which direction the Gragraves switches are thrown. Hence we decided to use the original AC Gilbert remote switches which have the red and green directional switch lights to show which direction the switches are moved.
The tracks are of premium quality and works great. Here is a test run on both loops where the remote switches can be thrown from outer loop to inner loop and vise versa. Enjoy the video.
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DIY PART 3: MAKING A MILLION BUCKS LOOKING LOAD FOR ANY FLATCAR/GONDOLA CAR WITH VERY LITTLE MONEY
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WHY BUY AND SPENT $30, $40 OR UP TO $70 FOR A COMMERCIALLY MADE FLAT CAR OR GONDOLA WITH A CHEAP PLASTIC LOAD? YOU CAN MAKE ONE, "DO IT YOURSELF" LOAD WITH REAL COPPER METAL TO LOOK LIKE A MILLION BUCKS WITH VERY LITTLE MONEY. THIS IS GOOD NEWS ESPECIALLY IN TODAYS ECONOMICALLY CHALLENGING ENVIRONMENT WITH HIGH COST, HIGH INFLATION, AND WITH LOWER BUYING POWER WITH YOUR MONEY. ENJOY THE VIDEO!
A front CAB ride on 1942 Army Switcher at Annual 2024 Pine Creek Rail Road - NJ Allaire State Park
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My Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders club was once invited again to participate at the State of New Jersey Allaire Park with the Pine Creek Rail Road. The Pine Creek have a many large equipement to maintain and restore locomotives and rolling stock. They have humongous metal lathes such as the older Harrison Lathes, drill presses, crank lifts and many others.This is a CAB ride on a rest...
TESTING A 3 SCALE NEWLY BUILT 3 SECTION MODULAR UNIT WITH TEMPORARY TRACKS - S GAUGE, HO AND N GAUGE
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THIS IS A NEWLY COMPLETED 3 SECTION MODULAR TRAIN BOARD WHICH ACCOMPANYS 3 LOOPS WITH 3 SCALE TRACKS WITH A PLYWOOD BOARD FOOT PRINT OF 8' X 4' THE PLYWOOD BOARD IS COMPLETED AND HELD TOGETHER WITH 2-1/2 INCH SCREW BOLTS AND NUTS FOR EASE OF ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING AT THE TRAIN SHOWS. EACH BOARD IS SMALL ENOUGH FOR TRANSPORTING IN A TRUNK OF A CAR WHICH ELIMINATES THE NEED FOR A TRUCK. THE...
TROUBLESHOOTING & EXPLANATION AMERICAN FLYER 769a AIRCRAFT REVOLVING BEACON TOWER TO MAKE IT WORK.
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THE AMERICAN FLYER 769a AIRCRAFT REVOLVING BEACON TOWER IS A GREAT ACCESSORY....WHEN IT WORKS. THE VIDEO WILL EXPLAIN THE THEORY BEHIND THIS NON-MOTORIZED BEACON. THIS APPLICATION OF THE EXPLANATION APPLIES TO OTHER BULB HEATING GENERATED BEACONS ALSO. I PERSONALLY HAVE DISPENSED OVER 200 OF THE REPRODUCTION BEACONS TO TRAIN FOLKS THROUGH OUT THE UNITED STATES OVER THE LAST 2 YEARS. I HAVE RECE...
FIRST SPRING ALL GAUGE TRAINS OPEN HOUSE 2024-OCEAN COUNTY SOCIETY OF MODEL RAILROADERS - CENTRAL NJ
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THIS IS THE FIRST SPRING MULTI-GAUGE TRAINS OPEN HOUSE FOR 2024. THE OCEAN COUNTY SOCIETY OF MODEL RAILROADERS IN CENTRAL NEW JERSEY HAVE BEEN AROUND SINCE 1987. FIRST AS "HO" GAUGERS, FOLLLOWED ALMOST IMMEDIATELY WITH "O" GAUGERS. SOME 31 YEARS LATER in 2018 "S" GAUGE (STARTED WITH AMERICAN FLYER) SUDDENLY MATERIALIZED. SO THE SOCIETY HAVE IN CHRONOLOGICAL DESCENDING ORDER WE NOW ARE "S-O-HO" ...
DETAILED COMPARISON: "A-NORMAL-1" SMOKE FLUID WITH NEW "COLONEL's ORIGINAL 50's SMOKE FLUID"
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Today we have a well established and proven A-Normal-1 smoke fluid made by Mike Strickland test comparison with Colonel's Original 50'S smoke fluid .We performed the comparison on the test smoke bench. Special criteria parameters were set up to have a more legitimate unbiased comparison. A-Normal-1 have been my forever smoke fluid for my locomotives. A great clone of AC Gilbert's Cedar smoke fl...
JERSEY CENTRAL DIESEL PULLING 56 CARS IN TOW: THIS VIDEO FOLLOWING PREVIOUS BLUE/BLACK LIGHT RUN.
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THIS IS A FOLLOWUP DAYLIGHT RUN OF THE PREVIOUS VIDEO RUNNING UNDER THE BLUE(BLACK) LIGHT SCENERIO ALSO COURTESY OF LT COLONEL JOE HOLT (ARMY RETIRED). THIS IS A HUGE HOME LAYOUT USING 10 TRANSFORMERS. THERE ARE A LOT OF TRACKS AND THERE ARE ALSO 'EZ-STREET' CAR TRACKS. NOTE ONE LONG TRAIN IN THE VIDEO PULLING 56 CARS!
1200 to 1500 sq ft LAYOUT RUNNING UNDER BLUE (BLACK) LIGHTS THANKS TO LT COL JOE HOLT-ARMY (RET)
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THIS IS A VERY LARGE LAYOUT WITH MULTIPLE TRACKS FOR TRAINS. THERE IS AN UPPER AND AN LOWER LEVEL COUPLE WITH SERVERAL "EZ-STREET" CAR TRACKS. A VERY DIFFERENT VIEW RUNNING TRAINS UNDER BLACK LIGHT ON AN APPROXIMATE 1200 TO 1500 SQ FT LAYOUT. COURTESY OF RETIRED ARMY LT COL JOE HOLT.
6 MONTH FOLLOWUP RUNNING ON:MAKING AN INEXPENSIVE LIONEL LOOK LIKE A MILLLION BUCKS WITH SMALL BUCKS
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THIS IS THE 6 MONTH FOLLOWUP VIDEO ON THIS LIONEL 0 GAUGE 1060 RUNNING ON THE LAYOUT THIS VIDEO FOLLOWS FROM MY PREVIOUS UA-cam VIDEO TITLED: "DIY: MAKING AN INEXPENSIVE LIONEL O GAUGE LOCOMOTIVE LOOK LIKE A MILLION BUCKS WITH VERY SMALL BUCKS" IT DEFINITELY RUNS STRONG AND LOOKS GREAT. ENJOY VIEWING THE SHORT RUN VIDEO AND TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK!!
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT AMERICAN FLYER OPEN FRAME MOTORS &TO DIFFERENTIATE.&BENCH TEST WITH NO TENDER
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THESE ARE THE DIFFERENT AMERICAN FLYER OPEN FRAME MOTOR SIZES AND THE COMPARISON OF EACH INCLUDING AFTER MARKET CUSTOM MADE OPEN FRAMERS. AS WITH A PREVIOUS VIDEO, WE ARE DOING A QUICK REVIEW ON HOW TO BENCH TEST AN S SCALE AMERICAN FLYER STEAM LOCOMOTIVE WITHOUT A TENDER FOR A POWER SOURCE.
SPRING OPEN HOUSE AT THE OCEAN COUNTY SOCIETY MODEL RAILROADERS APRIL 2024...HO - S - O SCALE RAILS
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A 2 DAY OPEN HOUSE AT THE OCEAN COUNTY SOCIETY MODEL RAILROADERS. ENJOY WATCHING THE MEMBERS RUNNING THEIR LOCOMOTIVES AND ROLLING STOCK. THE SOCIETY'S INCEPTION WAS BACK IN 1987 AS ONLY A "HO" CLUB. A FEW YEARS LATER IT ADDED "O" SCALE TO THE MENU. MORE RECENTLY IN 2018, "S" SCALE AMERICAN FLYER FOUND A HOME HERE TOO. ENJOY
HOW DO YOU RUN AN AMERICAN FLYER DOUBLE, TRIPLE, OR MULTI-HEADER ENGINES THE RIGHT WAY?
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WE ARE ALL ELATED TO SEE AMERICAN FLYER ENGINES OR ANY BRAND OR GAUGE DOUBLE HEADER, TRIPLE HEADER TRAINS RUN ON OUR LAYOUTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT IS PERFORMING SMOOTHLY. I SHARE WITH YOU DETAILED INFORMATION WHAT I FIND TO BE THE BEST AND CORRECT WAY TO DO IT. IF THE HOOKUP OF THE DIFFERENT ENGINES IS WRONG, IT MAY CAUSE DERAILMENTS OR PREVENT OPTIMAL SMOOTH RUNNING. THE VIDEO IS DETAILED AND I ...
7th Annual Veteran Benefit Train Show~Part 2~Now Opened with sampling view American Flyer & Lionel
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This is part 2 if the 7th Annual Veteran Benefit Train Show in Manalapan NJ The show is now offically opened and many visitors are coming in, Here is one small sampling of the train layouts with an American Flyer S gauge double header Nickel Plate and with the rare set of the Lionel O gauge Army Troop Set. Thank you for watching and enjoy!
7th Annual Veterans Train Benefit Show ~ 2024 ~Lots of Participants, Family & Neighboring Visitors
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A preview just prior to opening to the public, this is Part one of the 7th Annual Veterans Train Benefit March 2024. The Show is sponsored by the Manalapan (South New Jersey) Veterans Committee. It is a benefits show to support all of our Veterans. Participants are many. Some individuals, some from non-profit train organizations, some local retailers. Definitely the community are our biggest su...
AMERICAN FLYER PACIFIC 21085 ~ GEAR MAINTENANCE & DIFFERENT VERSIONS OF TENDER POWER CONNECTOR
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AMERICAN FLYER PACIFIC 21085 ~ GEAR MAINTENANCE & DIFFERENT VERSIONS OF TENDER POWER CONNECTOR
AMERICAN FLYER 752 vs752a SEABOARD COAL LOADER~DIFFERENCES, HOW TO RESTRING THE CORD, & MAINTENANCE
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AMERICAN FLYER 752 vs752a SEABOARD COAL LOADER~DIFFERENCES, HOW TO RESTRING THE CORD, & MAINTENANCE
SHORT RUN ON CENTRAL NJ DIESEL SWITCHER & CALF "THE JAMES X SPECIAL LINE "8932 ENGINE & 8933 CALF
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SHORT RUN ON CENTRAL NJ DIESEL SWITCHER & CALF "THE JAMES X SPECIAL LINE "8932 ENGINE & 8933 CALF
AMERICAN FLYER PONY EXPRESS- AT 44 YEARS OLD UNION PACIFIC A-B-A DIESEL WITH RAILSOUNDS AND CARS
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AMERICAN FLYER PONY EXPRESS- AT 44 YEARS OLD UNION PACIFIC A-B-A DIESEL WITH RAILSOUNDS AND CARS
AMERICAN FLYER: TEXAS & PACIFIC DIESEL 274 & 375 RUNNING A SHORT VIDEO HIGHBALLING ON THE TRACKS
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AMERICAN FLYER: TEXAS & PACIFIC DIESEL 274 & 375 RUNNING A SHORT VIDEO HIGHBALLING ON THE TRACKS
DIY:REMOVING BROKEN INBED ENGINE DRAWBAR SCREW & REPLACE A NEW ONE WITHOUT RETAPPING DIECAST CHASSIS
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DIY:REMOVING BROKEN INBED ENGINE DRAWBAR SCREW & REPLACE A NEW ONE WITHOUT RETAPPING DIECAST CHASSIS
ONE GIANT HUMONGOUS 185FT X 35FT TRAIN LAYOUT AT THE HI RAILERS TRAIN TOUR IN PATERSON NEW jERSEY
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ONE GIANT HUMONGOUS 185FT X 35FT TRAIN LAYOUT AT THE HI RAILERS TRAIN TOUR IN PATERSON NEW jERSEY
PART 2: FROM IRONRAILROAD: THE CHRISTMAS STARS HAVE LANDED! FOR THIS 2023 HOLIDAY & CHRISTMAS SPIRIT
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PART 2: FROM IRONRAILROAD: THE CHRISTMAS STARS HAVE LANDED! FOR THIS 2023 HOLIDAY & CHRISTMAS SPIRIT
40th & FINAL YEAR 2023 - CHRISTMAS TRAIN SPECTACULAR MONMOUTH MUSEUM BROOKDALE LINCROFT NEW JERSEY
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40th & FINAL YEAR 2023 - CHRISTMAS TRAIN SPECTACULAR MONMOUTH MUSEUM BROOKDALE LINCROFT NEW JERSEY
BELATED POSTING:2023 S-O-HO ga HALLOWEEN OPEN HOUSE TRAINS~ OCEAN COUNTY SOCIETY MODEL RAILROADERS
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BELATED POSTING:2023 S-O-HO ga HALLOWEEN OPEN HOUSE TRAINS~ OCEAN COUNTY SOCIETY MODEL RAILROADERS
OPERATING TRAIN HELIX-TRUE 5 LEVEL ROLLING INTO BI-LEVEL RAILWAY-LAYOUT COSMETIC IN WORKING PROGRESS
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OPERATING TRAIN HELIX-TRUE 5 LEVEL ROLLING INTO BI-LEVEL RAILWAY-LAYOUT COSMETIC IN WORKING PROGRESS
PART 2 DIY RESULTS : MAKITA 9403 & CRAFTSMAN RESTORER STRIPPING 2 LAYERS PAINT OFF DOUGLAS FIR DECK
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PART 2 DIY RESULTS : MAKITA 9403 & CRAFTSMAN RESTORER STRIPPING 2 LAYERS PAINT OFF DOUGLAS FIR DECK
13 lb Makita 9403 Belt Sander vs.4lb Craftsman Restorer drum sander-to strip a 60 x 20 ft paint deck
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13 lb Makita 9403 Belt Sander vs.4lb Craftsman Restorer drum sander-to strip a 60 x 20 ft paint deck
UNBOXING BRAND NEW GARGRAVES S GAUGE TRACKS SENT DIRECTLY FROM NEW ROSE NY~HOME OF THE GARGRAVES CO
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UNBOXING BRAND NEW GARGRAVES S GAUGE TRACKS SENT DIRECTLY FROM NEW ROSE NY~HOME OF THE GARGRAVES CO

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  • @redeemedheathen
    @redeemedheathen 4 дні тому

    Looks like you got the belt on backwards, it rotates clockwise when looking at the machine how you would put on the belt

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 4 дні тому

      Thank you, You are correct. I did noticed that after the video was published. One can follow the arrows on the side of the sander

  • @danielbackley9301
    @danielbackley9301 Місяць тому

    I would suggest that you use the bigger tubing cutter as it will be easier to use. Also, you could use electrical tubing (EMT) or aluminum tubing which would be cheaper than the copper tubing.

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD Місяць тому

      Thank you for your comment about the materials. I used copper tubing only because of my layout theme have to do with making a copper mill. As for the tube cutter, that was what I had on hand in my tool box.. All good points and thanks

  • @MarkWick
    @MarkWick 2 місяці тому

    This is a good explanation, thank you. I had one of these in the late 1980s. At the time I lived in central Indiana where it is hot in the summer. The beacon rarely worked then, but it operated quite well in the winter.

  • @tedmiles2110
    @tedmiles2110 2 місяці тому

    This is a good project if you do not mind changing AF cabooses. I bet it works just as well on Lionel AF cabooses TM AF Collector

  • @robertwilkins1765
    @robertwilkins1765 3 місяці тому

    Can the L2000 model have the wiring modified to reverse when used in DC mode?

  • @MrJimi777
    @MrJimi777 3 місяці тому

    Yours looks Much better. Great Job

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 3 місяці тому

      Thank you for the feedback!

  • @MygrandpasTrain
    @MygrandpasTrain 3 місяці тому

    So if I understand correctly, the new formula you created is not toxic, which means if it is inhaled, it will not cause irritation? I have had trouble with some smoke fluids because they do irritate my lungs. I'd also be interested if you made other scents, like "coal smoke" or something that smells like a live steam engine. Thank you for a helpful and informative video.

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 3 місяці тому

      The formulation consists of NF-USP certified as non toxic if inhale during normal use. As with any other inhalation products and of its by products if an excessive is inhale, it will cause at the very minimal a discomfort. Similarly if one is grilling on a barbeque, the barbeque scemt is considered as non toxic. However in excess it may cause irritation. In addition, if one have sensitivity or allergic reactions to a safe ingredient, it is best to avoid it. If you will refer to my previous video, I have address the issue concerning lung irritation. The video is entitled: I'M FROM THE GOVERNMENT EPA TO ASSESS THE SAFETY OF YOUR MODEL TRAIN SMOKE AND "YOU WILL DO" AS I... As for other scents, more are planned as this Cedar scent is the first inception phase. Thank you for visiting my video.

  • @JohnTedesco-wk6mg
    @JohnTedesco-wk6mg 3 місяці тому

    Smoke fluids. This is real good to know.

  • @omelborpon3159
    @omelborpon3159 4 місяці тому

    Thanks, just what I was looking for

  • @josephschuster1494
    @josephschuster1494 4 місяці тому

    Excellent project, Doug! Your LED lighting improvements make these two CJ’s really sweet! And for a small amount of money, too! Keep your projects coming! 🚂

  • @joeystrains.9316
    @joeystrains.9316 4 місяці тому

    Incredible layout!

  • @kellyrogers5004
    @kellyrogers5004 5 місяців тому

    Enjoyed your video

  • @Petemonster62
    @Petemonster62 5 місяців тому

    Where is the second section of the freight train? You can just use "modeler's license" and simply say it's a couple of signal blocks back! LEDs are a good idea and are not likely to load down a set transformer. Another LED you could consider is a red one for the firebox door and grates.

  • @michaelfedora5630
    @michaelfedora5630 5 місяців тому

    Love your layout

  • @johnknippenberg-LandmarkYards
    @johnknippenberg-LandmarkYards 5 місяців тому

    Moving out! Nice run session and LED upgrades. 😎👍

  • @andy41417
    @andy41417 6 місяців тому

    George Jacobs is credited for enamelled wire.

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 6 місяців тому

      Yes that is correct. George Jacobs in 1907 did perfected the enamel insulation for the magnet wire. There is a slight conflicting historical notations between Mr. Jacobs and AC Gilbert company. I'm thinking perhaps AC Gilbert may be the first to actually patent it in an actual motor and history gave AC Gilbert more historical visibility in the model train world?

  • @josephschuster1494
    @josephschuster1494 6 місяців тому

    Great video, Doug! Keep them coming! 🚂

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 6 місяців тому

      Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it

  • @LearnwithJanice
    @LearnwithJanice 6 місяців тому

    Hello from Kansas 🇺🇲

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 6 місяців тому

      Hello Kansas from Southern New Jersey.

  • @plunkervillerr1529
    @plunkervillerr1529 6 місяців тому

    That`s a Spicy Meat Ball.

  • @jjsgarage3634
    @jjsgarage3634 6 місяців тому

    Really like the multiple gauges running! Keep the fun going and have fun with the hobby! 👌

  • @ernestimken6969
    @ernestimken6969 6 місяців тому

    Very impressive, but why are the trains going 100 scale miles per hour?

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 6 місяців тому

      Trains belong to mulitple individuals and ran by multiple operators at their own discretion

  • @larrygreineder8811
    @larrygreineder8811 6 місяців тому

    Thanks Doug. Very nice.

  • @UrologicTOSH
    @UrologicTOSH 6 місяців тому

    This is one of your best Doug. I have a question on the two monster motors, Where did the builder of the motors find or cut the worm shaft which has to be longer too reach the bull gear on the rear axle. If they just cut and drilled and threaded two worm shafts together how does the worm shaft not unscrew itself? I would like to build one for myslf.

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 6 місяців тому

      You may not need a monster motor per se. Size is not the only determining factor for a more powerful motor.. If you use Gilberts standard motor wire, then a one inch motor is more powerful than the Gilbert Big motor (which comes in both 5/8 inch and 3/4 inches). Using an upgraded wire ( as mentioned in the video) in the 3/4 inch size can produce the equivalent of the one inch motor torque. As for the worm gear drive, one builder used the latest and last model 3/4 inch armature shaft (motor with the round commutator) which I believe have a slightly greater length. For the real monster motor necessitating a special elongated shaft, he "brazed" together enough length and then must be "trued" on a mini-lathe Producing one of these mothers requires a bit of good experienced skill. Not for the average DIY Hope this helps.

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 6 місяців тому

      Suggested wire to use would be the high heat double coated polyamide type.

  • @plunkervillerr1529
    @plunkervillerr1529 6 місяців тому

    She be Heap Big Smoker, shucks and jives a lot.

  • @plunkervillerr1529
    @plunkervillerr1529 7 місяців тому

    Marx guy here, boy am I glade three rail living is a lot less stressful, as well as prewar technology .

  • @northernutahlivesteam3566
    @northernutahlivesteam3566 7 місяців тому

    fun

  • @ethanspaziani1070
    @ethanspaziani1070 7 місяців тому

    Your audio is kind of quiet in this video

    • @americanflyertrainsleadsth2826
      @americanflyertrainsleadsth2826 7 місяців тому

      Thanks. Not sure why. The audio is fine on my devices.

    • @Cbtrainnut
      @Cbtrainnut 7 місяців тому

      Wow, 3 EP5’s I don’t even have 1 lol! Same with the Baldwin 355 Switchers. But I do have one of those! I do have a couple of the Geeps! Nice engines. I have 1 modern Docksider! They are adorable! Some excellent information on the different types of motors. A lot of food for thought! A really good video Doug! Thanks for sharing!

  • @alanb287
    @alanb287 7 місяців тому

    That 343 is flying! I had mine apart the other day and inadvertently broke one of the wires in the field, right where it inserts. I hope I can fix it, it's going to be difficult. I want my 343 to do what yours does.

  • @OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars
    @OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars 7 місяців тому

    Cool Train operations

  • @rickiewilson2018
    @rickiewilson2018 7 місяців тому

    I have about 7 of these engines, the old 70-year-old motors and a after a while are just nothing but problems I couldn't keep them running. You can buy a brand new motor for this for $49. A cam motoh my gosh. It runs like a brand new engine, no more AC noise. With the new motor for the $49 investment, I'm 2 V. This engine can crawl like a turtle. If you can keep the old motors and he's running good for you. But when you invest a $49 and install one, it's like you've got a brand new engine. Had to do a lot of digging on UA-cam. I don't think a lot of people know about the brand new cam motor you can get you We'll have to put a bridge rectifier in the cold car which will convert it from AC. To DC. Easy but it is super quiet very good investment. I wish I would have known about this before I scrapped so many of these for parts.

    • @DennisMurphey
      @DennisMurphey 6 місяців тому

      ua-cam.com/video/SjD3olU7Zns/v-deo.htmlsi=8FAovwQ6u4DFly8I

  • @EricRBran
    @EricRBran 8 місяців тому

    Hello! I am working on a 21085 with the two prong plug that has not been plugged in for years - not sure if it works. Unfortunately the plug broke off the wires. I am considering repairing the plug myself and I wondering if you know where I could find the replacement plug, or/if there is a way to make the connection directly to the tender. Thanks for any help!

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 7 місяців тому

      Hello Eric. You have 2 options. One easier the other requires more labor. One way is to take the existing 2 wires from the plug. Remove the plug and solder and extend the wire so it will reach the 2 truck rivets in the tender. Then solder one wire to each of the truck rivets. The other method is to buy a new plug. I have one on Ebay if you enter the Ebay item # into the Ebay search field it will come up: 204670111246 Good Luck and thanks for watching my youtube site. Doug

  • @MarkWick
    @MarkWick 8 місяців тому

    I have the earlier version of the 21085 which ran beautifully, and pulled long trains, before it just quit running. The problem is in the two position e-unit which I have been unable to repair. I didn't realize the chassis is built differently because I haven't looked at that part of the locomotive. Thanks for this information. I am considering trying to replace the motor and e-unit with those from a 290, which I have several of. Do you know if that would work?

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 8 місяців тому

      IF the reverse unit is just not functioning and it was, then try to spray it with some electronic contact cleaner. (not the degreaser but the one for electronic components). it may be gunked up from much use. If something that is broken it may be easier to replace the reverse unit. If the mounting holes of the 290 motor lines up with the 21085 chassis motor mounting holes, then it will will work. Obviously you will need the 290 reverse unit in the tender. Or you can just solder 2 wires from the new motor or the old motor (one wire to each rivet on the tender chassis) to the tender to let the 21085 to just be a (forward) runner. Hope this helps

  • @terrydanks
    @terrydanks 8 місяців тому

    I had a Craftsman 4X24" belt sander for about 20 years. It was a workhorse but the time came when it needed replacing. I bought the Makita 9403 to replace it. Quite happy with it. Which was "better?" Dunn'o really. The old Craftsman served me pretty well. I just wore it out. One reason I did not investigate getting another Craftsman tool was that Sears was in steep decline at the time and would no longer ship replacement parts to my local Sears shop. Heck with that! Service was the reason I remained loyal to Sears for decades. When service went, I went. My Makita 9403 currently needs a platen replacement. Debating on whether to get the steel plus cork or go with the graphite pads.

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 8 місяців тому

      I have the steel plate with the cork and it worked very well. I suppose with either the graphite or the steel plate it is 6 or half a dozen of the other. Personal preference. However I love my Makita.👍

  • @colin5296
    @colin5296 8 місяців тому

    What a piece of kit .

  • @plunkervillerr1529
    @plunkervillerr1529 8 місяців тому

    Marx guy here, a bit difficult to maintain I would think.

  • @michaelzalewski2532
    @michaelzalewski2532 8 місяців тому

    If you have both link and knuckle you vand make a buffer car , link coupler on one end and knuckle coupler so you canix and match different rolling stock

  • @mysticrailroad
    @mysticrailroad 8 місяців тому

    cool switchers!

  • @paulw.woodring7304
    @paulw.woodring7304 8 місяців тому

    I kind of like the display case idea for the member collections so they can be seen by visitors. However, and maybe I'm just paranoid, it sort of screams "steal me first!"

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 8 місяців тому

      No worries about the trains walking off. They are all in a locked glass case. Also the layout is on the 4th floor of a warehouse and there is always more than one person at the door. Train folks around here are honest and pretty cool.

  • @plunkervillerr1529
    @plunkervillerr1529 8 місяців тому

    Marx guy here, exceptional layout, would love to run some of my customs on it.

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 8 місяців тому

      If you are nearby, you are more than welcome to come in to run your trains. The layout is in Jackson/Lakewood Central/South New Jersey. Let me know if you are

  • @OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars
    @OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars 8 місяців тому

    Nice run

  • @johnschultz9023
    @johnschultz9023 9 місяців тому

    I like the Oscar Meyer wiener wagon!!!!

  • @kenmunozatmmrrailroad6853
    @kenmunozatmmrrailroad6853 9 місяців тому

    What a great club!

  • @frankmor4841
    @frankmor4841 9 місяців тому

    Thats a nice little setup👍

  • @DennisMurphey
    @DennisMurphey 9 місяців тому

    I had a project with the Casey Jones with the cheaper model. I tried to add old Flyer linkage smoke and digital sound with LEDs, The project was so hard to do based on the engine design I just gave up. I have two engines in a box. Some day I may try to look at it again. I have learned how to do more since that time. Your results are quite nice, Hand rails polished bright and a Fire Box with Flicker fire fun to add too. Thank You for taking the time to share. Dennis

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 9 місяців тому

      I share with you your outlook. It is indeed a labor of love to do this. Best to you Dennis

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 9 місяців тому

      I like to add the Casey Jones model 21168 does have a factory installed smoke unit. Granted it is more expensive than the other lower grade models. However, every now and then I have seen just the smoke unit come up for sale somewhere ...cheap and if y;ou find one, that may work for you.

  • @OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars
    @OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars 9 місяців тому

    Gigantic

  • @plunkervillerr1529
    @plunkervillerr1529 9 місяців тому

    Marx guy here, we don`t have such problems, because of the simplicity of Marx design. A motor can be made to fit from a 1934 shell all the way up to a 1972.

  • @davidbrown4823
    @davidbrown4823 9 місяців тому

    A world on its own.

  • @Jeff-uj8xi
    @Jeff-uj8xi 9 місяців тому

    Too bad you didn't run the trolley line. I see you have a Kansas City PCC car in the original black and cream colors. Since your theme is North Jersey, you should have one in the Public Service gray paint scheme. I have several of those PCC cars, including the Public Service Coordinated Transport from Newark. I have the Kansas City one too. I have the PCC cars in paint schemes from Pittsburgh, Chicago, Cincinnati, San Francisco, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Johnstown, Brooklyn, Minneapolis, St .Louis, Toronto, etc., etc. I see you have one of the Philly cars in your glass display cases. I also have that MTH Greyhound Bus Terminal. I too have lots of buses on the platforms.

    • @IRONRAILROAD
      @IRONRAILROAD 9 місяців тому

      This layout is the work of multiple operators. It is too huge for one person to make and to maintain. Different trains are ran on the layout by different people and at different times including guests who are visiting..

  • @Dan-uv5lw
    @Dan-uv5lw 9 місяців тому

    Quite a layout,

  • @sambaritone
    @sambaritone 9 місяців тому

    Looks very similar to my 027 from my childhood (back in the 60s).