{S-Scale List} RE: My FNF 9/22/13

2013-09-24 Thread BlackDiamondRR
Bill, boB, I have been picking small parts up off the floor for years. One day I decided to pick up a butchers apron from our local butcher shop. I inquired about buying a used apron, laundered of course! They sold me one for $5. I cut the tie strings off and had my wife sew on

Re: {S-Scale List} RE: My FNF 9/22/13

2013-09-24 Thread Jim Cheryl Martin
Hi Bud. I believe Micro Mark has such an item in its catalogue. Good idea.. Jim Martin On September 24, 2013 at 7:45 AM blackdiamon...@gmail.com wrote: Bill, boB, I have been picking small parts up off the floor for years. One day I decided to pick up a butcher's apron from

Re: {S-Scale List} RE: My FNF 9/22/13

2013-09-24 Thread shabbona_rr
I have had such an idea in the back of my mind for years, but never implemented it. Knowing how I work, I'd probably rip it off the first time I got up from my so-called workbench. Last week I placed an order with Micro-Mark for a new set of precision tweezers and a screw picker. My old one

{S-Scale List} Re: {Small parts pick up

2013-09-24 Thread James Lyle
IF we're doing shop tricks--anchor used nylon hosiery over the end of vac suction tube allowing slight cup in end. Turn vac on, pic up the parts and pick them off the nylon or turn. Vac off with tube over appropriate receptacle. HOW you get the hosiery is up to you Jim Lyle Sent from my

{S-Scale List} Mikey is done [1 Attachment]

2013-09-24 Thread Bill Lane
Going in the box now heading to the Mikes home shop. I did some rework of the boiler front to better BO it. Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy PRSL in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/ http://www.lanestrains.com Look at what has

{S-Scale List} Omnicon PRR I-1 coupler recommendation (from new group poster)

2013-09-24 Thread Bob South
Dear S Scale group members, I am in need of a recommendation as to what scale or near-scale coupler to install on the tender of my newly acquired Omnicon PRR I-1. The tender has a screw where the coupler goes but that is it. I believe I need to purchase a coupler and a coupler box also. Yes, I

{S-Scale List} Re: Omnicon PRR I-1 coupler recommendation (from new group poster)

2013-09-24 Thread shabbona_rr
I would recommend Walther's ProtoMax. I use them consistently with no problems. The only drawback is they leave you with money in your pocket, and that seems to be a no-no with this DCC oriented group, so I'll let them take over from here boB Nicholson --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bob South

RE: {S-Scale List} Omnicon PRR I-1 coupler recommendation (from new group poster)

2013-09-24 Thread JGG KahnSr
Nothing wrong with the ProtoMax HO couplers suggested already, but you should be able to fit the standard Kadee S scale (actually first developed for On3 but convincing size for S) with its provided draft gear. Jace Kahn General Manager Ceres Canisteo RR Co./Champlain County Traction Co.

Re: {S-Scale List} RE: My FNF 9/22/13

2013-09-24 Thread John
Jewelry parts and tool suppliers, and watch makers tool supplierss sold such apron for years. I do not know if they do any more. Your idea is good (or start wearinga long skirt.) John Armstrong - Original Message - From: blackdiamon...@gmail.com To: S-Scale@yahoogroups.com

RE: Re: {S-Scale List} Problem Posting Photos [1 Attachment]

2013-09-24 Thread roger.nulton
[Attachment(s) from roger.nul...@comcast.net included below] Testing: trying to attach a photo out of the website using the Neo format.Roger Nulton ---In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, s-scale@yahoogroups.com wrote: Brooks, You can post them in the “2013 Models Under