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    BACHMANN DD40AX Help (wheels)

    Ok, small question. I think we all know bachmann did this model in Regular (White box), Bachmann Plus, and Bachmann Spectrum models. Does anyone know if the drive wheels on the single powered white box are the same as the dual drive spectrums? I refuse to pay $30 to NWSL for a plastic gear. Rick
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    Atlas turntable help please

    Can someone scan and email the instructions sheet for the Atlas turntable #2790? I need the spacing for how far to put the Roundhouse back. My email is vilefile@optonline.net Rick
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    n scale automobiles

    Been doing the same era, 50's and 60's, Classic Metal works were the answer for me when I wanted already built, lineside models(spelling?) when I wanted to build and paint myself. The trucks from Concor, although nice, are almost all identical, and come with these really bad mirrors you have to...
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    All in all, its just uh nother brick in the wall...

    Hiya, I have been modeling N scale for about 2 years now, having made the move after being in HO for the past 15 yrs. My question is this. I have been building mostly DPM and Cornerstone buildings, and then a bunch of laserkits. The lazers are fine, I paint and most have that wood look. The...
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    BeezerV's N Layout

    Dont Dont count on atlas replacing it. I called them becuase my brand new engine , the gears just spun, and they gave me this whole japan/china ,cant get parts , got ship back to us, for like $50. I almost lost it. i know bachmann is an inferior product at times, but they have NEVER let me down...
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    halp! Wiring a model power 2 light rr signal

    Ok, here is what I have: A model power 2 light railroad signal(Red, Green), which has 3 wires coming out of it. 2 go to a switch box, that has 3 settings, top middle bottom. Top and bottom light up the colors, middle is off. I also have an isolated ( by an electric turnout) section of track. I...
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    Another Atlas Turnout Question

    Hi there This one is simple, its wired wrong. I had the same problem. try switching two wires at a time until you get it right. V
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    N scale building collection for sale

    Um, hello Bill, what ever happened, its been over 3 weeks.
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    A really great game!

    Ok, here is my idea, and I hope I am not breaking any rules here. You all must know me by now, I've been posting for a while. Anyway, here is the game. I have spent a lot of time researching building prices online, and through ebay. There a few superstore online places that are actually pretty...
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    Easy and quick question

    !yay! I figured it out on my own.
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    Easy and quick question

    What?? Guys, please listen. I have a bachmann remote left handed turnout. It has three wires coming out of it that usually go to slide switch( you slide it left and right and push down to make the switch acitvate) It gets its power from the accessory lines on my power pack. So now I bought...
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    Easy and quick question

    Help!!! You know what, I used to think I was a pretty smart guy.I went ahead and bought 6 SPDT switches. So, like my switches, this item has 3 leads coming out of it. My switches have 3 wires coming out of them. Great. Except where does it get the power from?!?!?! I mean the little switch boxes...
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    Steam and Smoke

    Ok, fellow N scaleons. Who makes an N scale engine that actually steams, anybody? I know I could buy a steam generator and shove it in somewhere, but does anyone make one? And while I have EVERYONE'S undivided attention, does anyone know where I could FIND a LIFELIKE F40PH New Jersey Transit in...
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    N scale building collection for sale

    Ok I am interested in the gas/oil refinerys in picture 2, and any coal/oil related pieces.Also any vehilces (trucks, cars tankers, etc)
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    Easy and quick question

    Ok Ok , now you really confused me. Why would I need the Double pull Double Center(Six leads!) if I only have 3 wires? What does every here use? V
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    Easy and quick question

    ?? To make my switches (which have 3 wires) move back and forth? I was using those little black square boxes that you slide and push, but they are annoying. V
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    Easy and quick question

    I am going to buy some toggle switches for my n scale switches. Do I need: SPDT ON/ON or SPDT ON/OFF/ON? V
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    turntable

    !!Wow Not 1 comment about my pretty pics <sniff>
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    Steam, DCC and my weird A$$ thouts

    omg Like, scrapped and became toasters? Or scapped and became part of other engines?
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    Steam, DCC and my weird A$$ thouts

    You ever sit and wonder, and come up with these things you want to post here, only to forget by the time you get here? I have 2. One, I made the move from HO to N, and I love the challenge, and I would like to know what if anyone lese has jumped and what the felt like after? Two, in going with...
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