Warren D Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Waumbeck, MWRY#9 in O scale. From a Shapeways print, decals by Roger Hahn, extra details added. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Pretty cool. Was the real one really slanted like that ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Pretty cool. Was the real one really slanted like that ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren D Posted August 12, 2016 Author Share Posted August 12, 2016 Yes, the boilers are level as it climbs the 25% average grade. Keeps the water level in the boiler and prevents bad things from happening (like overstressing the flues and uneven heat that causes premature metal failure aka boiler explosions!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Thanks, makes sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent G Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Nicely done!G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteski Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 That is so wicked cool! If that is 0 scale, the Shapeways model probably cost a pretty penny! I rode on that train years ago when they were still running all-steam. What an experience! On the way down the conductor asked for volunteers to operate the car's handbrake, so I stepped forward. I had a blast! The car is not coupled to the locomotive (I was told for safety reasons). Gravity simply keeps it tightly pushed against the locomotive. The game the conductor has me play was to operate the handbrake in such a way to keep the car's buffer separated from the loco's buffer by few inches. It was tough at first, but then I got a hang of it. Yes those locos have a slanted boiler since they always operate on a steep incline. Here is a photo of a real one: For additional info click here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren D Posted August 16, 2016 Author Share Posted August 16, 2016 Yes, the O scale does cost! But, for now, it's the only game in town so the other choice is to scratch build. It could be done, but it would take at least as much money and years of time. I'm working on my second loco (same number but will be weathered) and I have two coaches in various stages of prep. I also have a couple of the HO scale locos and one HO coach that I added a full interior and passengers to. I've spent the better part of twenty years photographing there, I really like the old steamers. Had a chance to ride in the cab and took it!! It was loud, hot, dirty and shook like an industrial sized paint shaker! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 (edited) Cool looking cog engine. Very nice. You could probably do wonders with the MPC "The General" 4-4-0 kit. Edited August 16, 2016 by Jim B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted August 18, 2016 Share Posted August 18, 2016 Beautiful. I love old steam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarsam326 Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 (edited) Cool looking cog engine. Very nice. You could probably do wonders with the MPC "The General" 4-4-0 kit. isnt this kit 1/25? the reason i ask is i think it would make a cool lowboy load.... Edited August 19, 2016 by guitarsam326 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Yes, it's 1/25. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nells250 Posted November 11, 2016 Share Posted November 11, 2016 Next... Old Peppersass?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Van Posted November 11, 2016 Share Posted November 11, 2016 WOW....very cool.....nice to see some rail subjects.....I was a model railroader before model car guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren D Posted November 14, 2016 Author Share Posted November 14, 2016 Next... Old Peppersass?????? Don't think I haven't been thinking about it!!! Would surely be an easier scratch build than any of the more modern steamers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren D Posted November 14, 2016 Author Share Posted November 14, 2016 WOW....very cool.....nice to see some rail subjects.....I was a model railroader before model car guy. Thanks. I'm still working on the dirty version of the No 9 and have a coach to do. I have too many projects, not enough time......sigh.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nells250 Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 WOW....very cool.....nice to see some rail subjects.....I was a model railroader before model car guy. I have some N scale buildings to share, maybe I'll put together a post... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteski Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 (edited) I have some N scale buildings to share, maybe I'll put together a post...There are probably more model railroaders here than we realize. I'm also one - N-scale too. Edited November 17, 2016 by peteski Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mecklm Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Nn3 for me. Lots of scratch building involved. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Van Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Nn3 for me. Lots of scratch building involved. Mike I had to give up N.......in O now!! Nn3 are you using Z scale mechanicals?? I do some On30....love to see your work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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