Question about using model train parts

[revshag]

I'm going to be doing another General Lee build and want to include the quintessential Dixie horns. I was looking at some air horns from model trains and was wondering what scale would work best for a 1/25 build. I was thinking HO scale train parts would give the correct look in the engine bay of a Revell 69 Charger. I'm just not familiar with model trains. Any input would be greatly appreciated (and would save me time in trying to scratch build them ).

Thanks,

Chris

[crazyjim]

I think "O" scale would be it. The normal size Lionel train. HO is too small but people use HO scale rivets to make button tufted interiors.

[sjordan2]

Here's a scale conversion from Grandt Line, which sells lots of model railroad stuff (www.grandtline.com)

Seems to me that train horns in 1/24 scale would be way too big for a 1/24 car, though.

[Exotics_Builder]

  On 2/10/2011 at 2:13 PM, crazyjim said:

I think "O" scale would be it. The normal size Lionel train. HO is too small but people use HO scale rivets to make button tufted interiors.

G Scale is the closest. O scale is usually 1/48. G Scale is 1/22.5. A little large, but that is the closest. Watch though, as G Scale pieces can range in scale and I have found some that are closer to 1/28

[highway]

  On 2/10/2011 at 3:08 PM, Wheelman said:

I understand what you are asking - HO scale Horns would look like small trumpets for an air-powered dixie horn such as found on the general lee. O and G scale Horns from a Loco would possibly be too large to depict what you are trying to do.'

I agree with Mike, the HO gauge horns would be the best for the Dixie horn. The trumpets like the pics he posted are much smaller than a real train horn, and the only thing I'd suggest going bigger for is train horns for tractor trailer rigs. Those are REAL train horns and the only horns I'd use a G scale horn for. That reminds me, I need to find a set for my in progress rig!

By the way, Chris, I'll look through my train stuff, I might have a set loose that I could at least post a pic of with them under a Charger hood so you can see if they look right.

[ra7c7er]

Ho would be the way to go like others have said. If Highway doesn't have something try this site.

Walthers air horns

Just pic the on that most closely matches what you want. Make sure it is HO though.

[revshag]

Hey Guys,

Thanks for the help.

[aarondupont]

Chris: I model HO scale trains in addition to model cars. If you send me your address, I'll send you a nice assortment of plastic air horns that will work. They are in my parts box. I usually replace plastic with brass horns on my locomotives. My email is: aarondupont@zoominternet.net. I'm in Medina Ohio. So they should arrive in a few days. And you don't have to sort through items at a trainshop. Aaron Dupont