My admittedly limited experience in S scale also suggests that SHS wheelsets
also fit better into
PRS trucks than AM ones. So far I have not checked out NWSL wheelsets to see
if they make
any distinction between ones for SHS or AM trucks.
Jace Kahn
General Manager
Ceres & Canisteo RR Co./Champlain County Traction Co.
> I used AM caboose trucks with NWSL wheels (I think), because they simulate
> friction bearing trucks, more in keeping with my era.
>
> However, during my time on Santa Fe (mid-'60's to 1989), Santa Fe cabooses
> used both friction and roller bearing trucks. Incidentally, AM and SHS wheels
> are interchangeable in each others trucks. AM wheels are insulated on one
> side, while SHS wheels are insulated on both sides, which may enter into
> choice deliberations. Also, AM wheels are Code 125, and SHS are Code 110.
>
> If I'm wrong on that, I'm sure someone will correct me.
>
> Bob Nicholson ___________________________________________
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