I have 2 Black Beetles on 2 interurban cars. They run perfectly, and exactly
the same speed.
John Armstrong
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From: Alan Evans
To: [email protected]
Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 10:26 AM
Subject: {S-Scale List} Black Beetle (sp?)
I purchased a pair of these from the late Tom Dougherty of Pennsylvania
Heritage Models to power an American Hi Rail gas electric. There were
different axle distances available along with different wheel sizes. A friend
helped me hook up an NCE decoder with each Beetle. I haven’t experimented
with addition weight, but they could use it. Flat plate to attach your chosen
sideframe.
Another “to do” project to paint & light!
A friend solved (somewhat) the problem with controlling the Miller powered
trucks: couple two SHS SW’s behind it and off you go. Only problem is coupler
breaking & off it literally flies (been there, done that!)
- Alan Evans (Ohio)
From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of
David Engle
Sent: Monday, January 14, 2013 10:15 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: {S-Scale List} Black Beetle (sp?)
Are we looking at one truck being powered? Why not both. What would it
be like to have a gas-electric car, one or two trucks powered. Is it possible
to vary the distance between the axles on such a truck?
Dave Engle
From: trainsjeep88 <[email protected]>
Hi,
Thanks. Maybe not what is needed for a Miller???? The Millers I
bought with Beveridge conversions are not great for pulling power. The Millers
with original power are fun but are not very controlable speed wise. I do like
the old Millers. Thanks again.
Stan Houghton
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Westinghouse freight motor I hope to assemble one day. Â For their light weight
and tiny motor, they're very smooth runners and totally self contained. Â The
gentleman at Steam Era Models in Australia may be a bit cautious but they're
basically listed as light duty items with a recommended total weight loading of
about 3-and-a-half ounces per bolster. Â Thus the total suggested loco
superstructure weight would only be 7 ounces. Â They'd probably take more
weight but with no guarantees. Â Hope this helps
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