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    Dead on the tracks

    I'm running two separate tracks on an MRC 220 controller, just DC. A 22" oval with an 18" oval inside it. Works fine 98% of the time , but from time to time, if both trains are going slowly, they will stop and then no response from controller. If I turn off power, for even just a few minutes...
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    Finally, the 4-8-4

    Wayne,---I'm actually a pretty decent modeler, but up until now, it has been scale RC boats. Not the racers, no gas, just electric, steam and sail. Very heavy on the detail and weathering. 24 to 35" models of western pacific salmon fishing boats and mahogany speed boats. Never had to model a...
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    Finally, the 4-8-4

    Miles, the 4-8-4 is a Bachmann, not a Spectrum, and is supposed to represent one of ten purchased by Santa Fe for long haul passenger service.-----I'm going to try and get some pics soon because I'm wanting Doctor Waynes opinion and some suggestions on weathering---Wayne, why can't you put...
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    Finally, the 4-8-4

    Play-doh------Thanks for such a quick response. These are mounted on the trucks and the trucks are held on with what looks like a plastic cap. You say just pop off the trucks and replace the whole truck? Maybe take one of the old trucks with me to match as closely as possible? ----I just bought...