Sean Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 Nice!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 6, 2017 Author Share Posted January 6, 2017 Thanks Sean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 8, 2017 Author Share Posted January 8, 2017 Mounted the steps, had to inset the center shock. Picture of the collar that I am using, hasn't fell off yet. Just a few more things, like couplers, sliding cab windows insert, TIU, permanently mount, some switches, wiring, and waiting for decal paper, and a few more things that I can think of, and this one is done. Now for the other one. Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 I can't wait for spring! Fire them up and pull a train! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 8, 2017 Author Share Posted January 8, 2017 Hey Joe. I need some male and female two pin connectors like the one that MTH uses. Are these an MTH brand or are they generic? If they are generic, what is the designation of them and where can I buy some? I have been looking on the web and they don't show a close up so that I can see if they are the same as MTH. Are they called JST connectors? Help! Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 I know I've seen them elsewhere. There are a couple of types used in cordless phones for example. One of them matches these. Another is slightly different, like inside Atlas O scale engines. So I will search for a better answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 maybe these? Nothing else looks correct to me. http://www.allelectronics.com/item/sbc-2/small-battery-connector-beige/1.html I just ordered some to see if they are the same. I believe Chuck posted what connectors they use once before. He bought special tools to crimp the connectors on at the boards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 9, 2017 Author Share Posted January 9, 2017 Yes, I think those are the ones. I went on that Allelectronics and spent 85.00, a very good store, and I think I have everything that I need, thanks Joe, that was helpful. Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 After also spending around the same, I found a set of speakers I should have got there. I just started a new list and will be ordering again very soon. It's a shame that some electronics stuff isn't labeled better. We shouldn't have to search all day for some things that are so basic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 9, 2017 Author Share Posted January 9, 2017 I agree. I really like that store though. Well my couplers are installed and now waiting for parts. Really want to finish this project, have other things to do, like start the layout in the yard. Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 It occurred to me that Lionel uses the same plugs. I searched but came up with the receptacle. https://www.lionelsupport.com/ReplacementParts/index.cfm?setID=&productID=&doAction=partFilter&q=light+plug&match=0&submitButton=Search Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 9, 2017 Author Share Posted January 9, 2017 Here is the TIU mounted. I mounted it in such a way as to be able to remove it with a few screws. It is secured so that If I have to invert the model, it stays secure. Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 9, 2017 Author Share Posted January 9, 2017 Here is a pic. of the other type of collar, a split type. I have to use this type on one of the loco's because of the plugs on the wires. Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 16, 2017 Author Share Posted January 16, 2017 Well, the locos are finished. There are a few more things to do, but it runs and with the exception of one ditch light and some decals, it is done. It took 3 1/2 months and I am happy with them. I will try to post a video when I get all of the lights working and decals on. The sounds are amazing. Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 Looking forward to that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 Congrats! Real nice consist you are building. I can't wait to see the whole train in action too. This is going to be a good year ahead! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 16, 2017 Author Share Posted January 16, 2017 I have purchased an LGB coach and don't know yet how I am going to approach it yet, but I will figure something out. Also I have purchased some HO Superliners for use in planning for the 1:32 scale, but for now, I have to get to work on the garden layout, lots of work ahead, Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry B44 Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 WOW, professional job there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 16, 2017 Author Share Posted January 16, 2017 Here is a short video of the first run, sorry about the ditch lights, a plug must have dislodged or a bulb burnt out, I don't know, but here it is, I am glad it is done. Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 16, 2017 Author Share Posted January 16, 2017 Thanks very much Jerry, I appreciate it. Here is how I charge and power the TIU. I have a DPDT, center off switch. Down is charge, and up is to power the TIU, center is open. Here is a picture. Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 Great sounds in the video. I haven't heard that particular sound set, I don't believe. The horn sounds different than mine does? I do have a new PS3 O scale F40PH on order and I look forward to hearing what that has inside. It maybe time for some updating in my G scale models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 16, 2017 Author Share Posted January 16, 2017 That particular soundset is an O gauge P42 set., with a 3 inch speaker. While you're here, I ordered some led's and they look a little blueish, as you can see in the video. Can I order some led's from MTH that are white without the bluish tint? I emailed the guy that I bought the led's from and he said they were white, not, he said that is hard to describe the color. He should have said that it had a bluish tint. I want the color that MTH provides, do they sell them? Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 When ever you order LEDs again, even if they are the superbright or ultra bright ones, make sure they also state "warm white". That gives them the yellow tint to look like a normal bulb. Some guys swear that the bluish tint is OK. I just don't like it. I got a PS3 upgrade kit full of LEDs, but I used my own that were warm white. I never even tried the MTH ones. I would bet they were warm white, as their stock engines look like they are. They're not as bright as the ones I ordered though. 20,000 MCD I think??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginear joe Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 here's what the super bright warm white look like. Chuck got me started with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbrown7713 Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share Posted January 17, 2017 Yes, that's what I want. Where do I get the super bright warm white? I would even be satisfied with the MTH soft white. I suppose I can order them from MTH? Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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