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A video? Video is fine..test is fine.... loco seems a bit poorly! :shock: :lol: :lol: Thanks.. I had the devil of a job finding a video.. It is a 'leaf-blower' for track clearing duties. Hence the reference to needing a loco behind it.. An old SLA battery, a cast-off tender, and a 'bilge-blower' fa...

Thanks Rik..

I might be dragging myself (kicking and screaming) into, at least, the 20th century.


Phil.P
(Just need to check how secure the folder is)

A video?



Not very exciting..

Test

Good chunky metal gears, as well..

The only downside of a bevel-gear final-drive, is it is usually 1:1, so you need to be sure you motor /gearbox gives you the ratio you need.

How noisy, is this arrangement, Rik?

Phil.P

Rik,
Four-wheel drive, and are those metal wheels?

Phil.P

This wouldn't be one of the two sets of laser cut parts, listed on a certain auction site, would it?

Near Nottingham, so was sorely tempted..

Phil.P

It might be a problem, for 'stiffness' of the chassis, but I would have thought you could add a couple of lengths of angle section, if this proved a problem. Only other thought, is if it has been cut 'wrong', any tab and slot construction, will need more fill, when welding. Overall dimensions, will ...

I have acquired a small quantity of these..

Intention is to supply a 'kit' of receiver + soundcard, ready to go (as best I can).

One of a couple of 'kits to do stuff' I am hoping to make available...

But don't hold your breath!

Phil.P

Impressive!
I would love to have a go.. If only to be able to say I had done it.

Time, is my enemy, mainly..

Keep posting, I find people's progress inspiring.. Even if I am not progressing myself.

Phil.P

Phila-Rich wrote: ↑Tue Apr 30, 2024 6:45 pm Phil P. - Don't forget your towel.

It's under a loco, on the dining room table (bench) ..

(with apologies to Peter, for interrupting his thread).

Phil.P

42?

Though I am never sure if it is the question, or the answer, which is wrong?

I'll get my coat. - And a really strong cup of tea..

Phil.P

Peter, your reportoire never ceases to amaze me.

If I had half your ability, I would be happy.

Thank you for the extra information.

Phil.P

I think this is due to insurance restrictions? I have been refused insurance for RC Trains, because I answered 'yes' to do I sell to either the USA or Canada.. Unlimited liability, means the smaller companies can't / won't be able to get insurance.. I have a broker trying to get me an annual deal, r...

I find the glimpse of the beam engines! Behind the hearse-coach, intriguing..

Phil.P

philipy wrote: ↑Wed Apr 24, 2024 4:33 pm

ge_rik wrote: ↑Wed Apr 24, 2024 2:43 pm "here's photos of me getting rat-arsed at zzzz's hen night" .....

Now this is a side of Rik that we didn't know about!!!

Another photo, to be filed with that, of the Hammer Fairy!

Phil.P

Thank you Gentlemen!

Much to think about..

I am a bit of a luddite, but it looks like YouTube is a 'yes', and I need to have a look at the others..

Just need to find the time to make a start, and organise some content..

Phil.P

Hello everybody.. After reading the notice about storage limitations, it has given me the kick to think about where/how I keep things.. I am after suggestions as to where to create a Blog, store Pictures (for use in various forums) and Videos. - Should I actually video anything of worth. I assume Yo...

Lovely job, Peter..

I am 'supposed' to have built something for the National Show, on Saturday..
Spent a little on paint and glue, this weekend..

I am now at the usual 'fear of starting / failing' part..

I need a week of 36 hour days, this week.


Phil.P

Wot they said!
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As well.

Phil.P