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    S-1 coupler conversion?

    Thanks Abutt. Does anyone know a website that lists decoders and there best installations?
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    S-1 coupler conversion?

    There wouldn't be anyone who has converted this loco to DCC is there? I can not even get the body off the frame to figure out which decoder would be best...
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    You Might Not Be A model Railroader...

    You hear someone talking about frog angles and think that they are out of their mind
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    Reminiscing-First Train Set

    I wish I had pics of my first. It was a cheap card table setup. I was maybe 5 or 6. It was the big Chrstmas present for my brother and me. I don't think it was HO, but it was too big to be N. My brother wanted it to go fast all the time, and the loco flew off the tracks several times, until...
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    Are your trains an escape?

    Glad your healing well, and back to a somewhat normal life. Trains for me go beyond escapism, they are a serious addiction. However, as addictions go, it is one of the best. They make my wife mad when she gets a look at what I have spent, and they make her happy because they keep me at home...
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    My Little Dude

    Congrats!!! Where are the cigars? Matt
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    foam vs balsa?

    Pure genius! That would make a relatively inexpensive roadbed material that is far easier to work than cork.
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    S-1 coupler conversion?

    I upgraded to the #5's, and was able to do so using the same "pull off" box that came on the stock loco. The draft gear is secure, and centers nicely. Thanks everyone for your assistance. Matt
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    S-1 coupler conversion?

    Thanks Tom:thumb:
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    S-1 coupler conversion?

    What is the easiest way to get the old ones off?
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    Trucklover's Shelf Layout Thread

    Looks great Josh! I wish I had half your talent and energy. (I know I said that before) Can't wait to see more. Matt
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    Officially my official layout thread, authentically official

    An update... Work has just About ground to a halt... Both of wrists are in need of surgery, but the doc does not know what to fix on the left side. I have to lower my entire layout, or my kids (the real readon I got back into MRR in the first place) would not be able to enjoy it. I am just...
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    S-1 coupler conversion?

    I picked up an Atlas S-1 off of ebay recently. I had no idea that it had Hook/Horn couplers. Has anyone ever converted the couplers on one of these?
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    Brief Visit

    Great to hear that your surgery went well. Best wishes for the next one. Matt
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    We've lost another friend.

    I too am very sorry. I will hold his family in my thoughts and prayers as well.