Father's Day @ Roaring Camp
How many of the BAGRS Live Steamers are coming to Roaring Camp this weekend? I will be there on Sunday with my live steamer and would be good to meet some of you from this list. I know I have not been active lately, but still read every message. Steam UP! Jeff Badger Soquel Pacific Coast Ry.
Re: Wanted--O or HO livesteam
Victor, why don't you contact Little Engines. They still have the kits in O scale. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Clarke Simm is the owner located in Northern California. Regards, Jeff Badger
Re: Drivers side
In a message dated 3/28/00 11:24:50 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Where does the engineer sit in a Cab Forward Locomotive. Do all the right side ontrols have to be moved over and reversed? >> Harley, the answer is yes. Because the engineer and fireman still have to look down the tracks on the same side for signals etc. All the controls are reversed on the Cab Forwards. Jeff Badger
Re: Beefeaters
In a message dated 3/27/00 4:23:37 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Trot, the sober, fox... >> Likewise... Jeff the sober "G" man
Re: Beefeaters
In a message dated 3/27/00 4:15:51 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << What's 'Beefeater's'? >> Good Man a non-drinker I see Its Gin JB
Re: Ruby Speed control
On your Ruby, you need to check the control rod from the Johnson Bar to the cyl block to make sure it is not going past. Accucraft has a bulletin out on this repair that should have been included or on their internet site. JB
Re: Older 'n dirt
Ok Salty, I will go head to head with you on Freightshakers and K-Whoppers, as I have been designing and driving them as Tow Trucks for many years. Sorry to be so rough with ya... Jeff B.
Re: Older 'n dirt
In a message dated 3/7/00 10:38:38 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << SP has so much business that they cannot meet their shipping requirements. It will take more than the trucking industry to kill off the railroads. >> SP? SP? Who's that chuckle chuckle
Re: Ruby bash ques...
In a message dated 3/7/00 9:27:05 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << what is a Garret? >> Lloyd doesn't know what a "Garret" is? H how long you been a railroader? Your not stupid, but here is a pic of one http://www.lantic.co.za/~jmiles/images/2166.jpg Basically they are a double ender typ of loco. 4 cylinders driving 3-4 axels each pair. Whyte arrangement of the one in the photo is a 2-6-0+0-6-2 Normally the water tank sits in front of the boiler on the forward engine and the fuel bunker is situated over the rear engine. Hope this helps, others may elaborate... Jeff B
Re: What can we do about Michigan Boiler Code?
In a message dated 2/20/2000 9:41:13 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Is this board more for the larger scale ride on steam engines. >> This board offers a way to communicate on all topics from O scale / Gauge 1 up to the ride on railways. After deleting most of my forwards from sslivesteam, I head on over to there where the topics are of interest and few arguments ensue. If disagreements do occure they are taken off-line. I think that Dave should consider opening a more open forum such as just occured in the Narrow Gauge board. So much discussion on the C&TS made the board un-tolerable and neccessitated opening a new board with NO rules! Just a thought... I do enjoy the articles from Vance and others when they are pertinant to what this discussion board was started for. Like the Onion Stack, and the Ruby Cab and mods. In the immortal words of Rodney King, "Can't we all just g-g-g-gg-et along? I say that in respect to those who have been argueing over steam pressures and boiler codes. And now digital pictures. TAKE IT OFF LINE PLEASE! When we get a word from Marty Knox, who has gauge 1 live steam by they way, then we will have the word. I know what is required in California, so don't sweat it guys unless your pulling passengers. Otherwise get the insurance that I have for my 7.5" and it will cover your little steamers also, as it does mine also. So if it blows up and injures or even kills someone, you are covered. You won't loose your house. E/mail me off line for more info if you are concerned. Nuff said for now, Jeff Badger Soquel Pacific Coast Railway
Re: Michigan Boiler Code
In a message dated 2/20/2000 9:35:29 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Let's hold our opinions until we get some real information. >> THANK YOU!!! Jeff B.
Re: What can we do about Michigan Boiler Code?
Anyone can get ahold of Marty on the Live Steam Chaski board or e/mail at [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.chaski.com/wwwboards/live_steam">Live Steam! If this board gets any more complicated than it has the last week, I may have to un-subscribe... Jeff B
Re: Books & magazines
In a message dated 1/31/00 7:48:17 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << So You Want To Build A Steam Locomotive?" byt Joseph Nelson is one of the "Bibles" of the hobby. >> Mike, its a great book if you have or are going to build a ride on Live steamer. The book really does not address the scales under 3/4" in my opinion. As far as fundamentals go though, it is good. "The Bible" would actually be "Master Railroad Builder" published by Paragon some years ago, and now out of print. This book relates to anything large scale and can be utilized for the smaller scales too. Now if only Vance would write a book. hmmm it must be his web page! Regards, Jeff Badger Soquel Pacific Coast Ry.
Re: Track for cheap
In a message dated 1/26/00 8:15:12 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I plan to buy AristoCraft stainless steel track. Stainless steel track is a little more expensive than brass, but it is stronger and less prone to conforming to vertical curves or hills and dips. >> If you are using track power, you will have more of a voltage drop per foot with stainless than you would with brass or nickle silver or aluminum. Just to keep that in mind... JB
Re: Question of the day!!
In a message dated 1/25/00 3:20:09 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Anyone have a suggestion where I could buy some LGB track at a reasonable price without having to sacrifice my firstborn? >> Prepare to sacrifice! Good track costs bucks. If you want to save, use Aristocraft for curves and straights and use LGB switches. Otherwise, Trainworld is your best bet just haggle with the shipping costs. JB
Re: Oscillating in-line twin
Carl, you will probably want the Cheddar Puffin Deluxe which is a 2 cyl. vertical oscillator with 7/16" bore and stroke with pressure up to 45 psi. http://www.yesteryeartoys.com/cgi-local/toycatalog.pl?view=10092 I believe that Yesteryear Toys sells them in the USA www.yesteryeartoys.com Hope this helps your search, Jeff Badger Soquel Pacific Coast Railway
Re: Best first live steamer: Further requirements
In a message dated 1/21/00 1:05:53 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << For 20.3, take a look at Catatonk Log and Lumber's line of geared logging loco's. >> Good luck trying to get one as they are limited in quantity and the wait is a LN one! Jeff
Re: Selling an Engine
In a message dated 1/19/00 9:30:24 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << In a COD transaction the seller needs to be protected from a bad check or a check where payment is stopped after the engine is delivered. The buyer needs protection in that the engine is not damaged, an incorrect model, etc. >> In all my transactions of either selling or buying, I use UPS COD. The check is protected by the maker and is issued by UPS to the seller. Also INSURANCE! By buying the insurance offered by UPS this protects the seller and buyer if there is damage to the locomotive. As far as if there is possible fraud or other issues, I would suggest an Escrow firm. There are many of these now beginning to pop up on the internet. E/Bay has an escrow service for their buyers/sellers to protect from fraud etc. Look into it. I have had good luck in all my dealings on the internet for the last 3 years. Jeff Badger Soquel Pacific Coast Railway
Re: Not at Diamondhead
Like the rest of us here on the SSL, I too am here, as work just keeps getting in the way... happy steaming to the boyz at Diamondhead! Jeff Badger Soquel Pacific Coast
Re: Jingle bells ...
A holiday wish for all on SSLivesteam. May your gas burners stay lit and don't forget to trim the Alcohol Wick! Jeff Badger Soquel, Ca.
Re: Users list
In a message dated 12/15/99 6:48:32 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << http://dmcole.com/sslivesteam/users.html >> Its a veritable cornicopia of Who's Who among Small Scale Live Steam! Greetings and Happy Holidays to all! Jeff Badger
Re: Servos
Harley, I don't believe there is a website for Hitec. I got their spec sheet from the local R/C car hobby shop in town. There is a site for Futaba though. The price will be higher for a similar servo. http://www.hobbies.net/futaba/servos/index.html Hope this helps, Jeff
Re: Servos
In a message dated 12/7/99 10:05:12 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I will be upgrading the R/C on my ruby soon from a single servo to control forward and reverse, to an additional one to control the throttle as well . I am interested if any one that has done the same .I am also wondering where on line or elsewhere that info on servos ( size and strength ) can be obtained. I would like to keep the ruby as stock as possible and still use both servos in the cab Bat on the roof or in the tanks . >> I used a single servo to control just the forward and reverse on my Ruby. Here is my setup... Hi-tec HS-80 Micro servo (36.4 oz.in of torque) with a 60 degree throw. It is mounted next to the reversing lever in the cab and is very small (1.1x0.5x1.1"). The reciever is a Novak NER 2S mini and fits perfectly under the cab floor and when painted black looks like the firebox. The wiring slips into the cab and the engineer's side tank with out binding. Inside the tank is a 6.0 Lithium battery and micro on-off switch. So far every thing works flawlessly. I could add another of the Hi Tec servos and run the throttle if I wanted. Regards, Jeff
Re: Garden Rail market trends
In a message dated 11/22/99 9:11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << There are plenty of locomotives out there for about the same price as our small scale. >> Small scale still holds a facination for most of us, but is does breed, and thus propogates into bigger and better for those of us who can afford it and have the room. I just bought my first 7.5" live steamer with 2 cars, and 300 feet of track for $4,000.00. I have more money tied up in all my G scale than my 7.5" now. Its a terrible thing when the bug bite you this hard... Jeff Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co.
Re: R/C batteries
In a message dated 11/21/99 4:01:33 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << could you provide a battery number? >> Panasonic 2CR5 Lithium 6 Volt Jeff
Re: R/C batteries
In a message dated 11/21/99 2:00:39 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Have installed R/C in my live-steamer Argyle Bantam but the 4 pack of AA cells in the cab has made the little loco tail heavy. Anyone had experience with running Rx and servo from one of those miniature 6v batteries that go in car alarm controllers? Would the battery had enough poke for the job? And last a reasonable operating time? >> Hi Phil, currently I am using a 6volt lithium battery most commonly used in the newer style cameras etc. for my Ruby. The battery fits perfectly inside one of the side tanks. I have excellent response using the reciever and the one micro servo. I am sure this will work for you too. Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co. Soquel, California, USA
Re: How was Kevin's?
In a message dated 11/15/99 12:34:02 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << http://www.steamup.com/temp/kevin111399steamup/kevin111399steamup.html >> Oh Nutz don't let Dave see them... now I wish I had gone to. Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber co.
Re: what scale is that? (was Welcome ...)
In a message dated 10/29/99 5:24:57 PM Pacific Daylight Time, << I'm seriously considering a Roudhouse William with RC >> I have a Roundhouse Billy, and it is a great locomotive! The ease of operation and the R/C gives it superior control over many of the other locomotives out on the market today I feel. I recently gave a display at an elementary school in town, and had 7 cars along with my Frank S live steamer. Well I couldn't get steam up at all on the Frank S due to the burner fouling out. Fortunatly I brought the Billy and within 5 minutes had steam up(used warm water) and it pulled all 7 cars with no problem and a nice little bark to boot. By adjusting the trim on the transmiter, I was able to hook up the right combination of throttle and reverse to actually set the transmitter aside and continue talking to the students while Billy continue for the next 15 minutes or so! I would suggest one if you are a beginner! hey you wanna buy mine? Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co.
Re: more Ruby (was Welcome...)
Vance and other interested parties, here is what I am using for R/C of the Ruby, and by all accounts it will work. Futaba Attack T2DR Transmitter (open up the back and remove the return spring on the channel 2 stick). Novack NER-2S mini 2 channel reciever (.75"X1.5"X1.25") be sure to insulate the back when placing it in the tank. I am using a 1/8" thick composite insulation similar to live steam boiler wrapping. HiTec HS-80 micro servo (36.4 oz. torque) Panasonic Lithium 6 volt battery (solder on Futaba "J" type lead w/ on-off switch) Now for what has happend to this point... Remove reverse (Johnson Bar) control from floor, make sure to leave the rod from the cylinders in place. Use the small 4 way servo wing and remove 3 of the leads. Drill the top hole to 3/32. Mount the servo on its side to the floor of the cab and insert the cylinder rod into the servo wing. Make sure the leads for the servo are facing towards the front of the engine. Plug the leads from the battery and servo into the reciever and place into the engineer's side tank. Make sure the on/off switch is near the opening. I found that by running the leads from the servo near the cylinder rod. The cab opening will be sufficient enough to clear all wires without binding or pinching. Tomorrow night I will be doing a test steaming to check the "throw" of the linkage. By removing the return spring in the transmitter, this allows for minute movement in the linkage so the Ruby will have full hookup in forward or reverse and possibly some cutoff. More news at 5... Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co.
Re: Welcome newcomers ...
In a message dated 10/28/99 8:43:28 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Things have been a little too quiet around here lately, folks. Let's get some discussions steaming. >> Here, Here. so how 'bout that Ruby? I have finally started the R/C today so will probably finish this weekend and post soon. Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co.
Re: Busy week topped by Ruby arrival
HAAAYYY another Rubyite has come into the ranks! Congratulations from Ruby #019. I am so pleased also that the mini servo I have ordered for mine came in yesterday also and am now ready to R/C her. For those of you interested in the R/C project I will be shooting digital pics and posting them soon. The items I am using are: Futaba Attack 2 channel T/x Novak mini reciever w/ 6 volt lithium battery Hitec 31080 micro servo (rated at a higher torque than the Futaba 3101 and $30 less in cost. Dimensions are 1.1" X .05" X 1.1" Also for those of you interested... how about a whistle for the Ruby? I have a whistle from an old Mamod steam traction engine that will thread into one of the taps on Ruby's turret. H I may need another servo for this one! Happy Steamy Weekend to all! Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co.
Re: Cheap butane in Western U.S.
Thanks Dave for the news on Big 5. I will go down and TAP out their supply in the am! Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co. BTW this hobby is so addicting I have now made the move to 3/4" gauge! But wont leave gauge 1 behind yet...
Re: Ruby run time
In a message dated 10/6/99 8:58:26 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I'll be very interested to hear from anyone else who has timed one. >> 18 miniutes on the 5th run... steams very well and once the R/C is in will probably do better as I am going to control the reverser only. Jeff
Re: Propane/Butane (was Re: Tips page)
In a message dated 10/6/99 5:56:29 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Please post pics and description of your Ruby installation. >> Will do! Am working on a web page for it in next couple of weeks. Jeff
Re: Propane/Butane (was Re: Tips page)
Hi all, since we are on the subject of fuels here is my take... Having used straight Butane in my Frank S for the first 6 months, I have found it to be hard to fire due to atmospheric conditions. Even when the tank is with water, it will start freezing up and fouling the jet. On a warm day it works great and I can get and have gotten up to 35 min. on a steam up. I have been using Gasz and Primus mixes and find them more stable when cooler weather prevails. I have fired up the Ruby 5 times with the mix and it works great. Oh by the way, am just finishing up putting R/C in the Ruby. That will make a big difference for controling, and so simple too. Anyway I haven't had any problems with these 2 locos on the mixed gas and just got a Roundhouse "Billy" that I will the mix in also. Besides, Butane is getting harder to find and expensive. There is an article in the recent SitG on Page 36 for building Propane fuel tanks for our steamers and some fuel spec's to go with. Happy Steaming Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co.
Re: Nor Cal Live Steamers...
In a message dated 9/24/99 10:42:13 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << If you are referring to Geoff and I, you will have to drive about 300 miles north on 101. We are truely in Northern CA. >> Hmmisn't that another state? Just kidding you guys are really out there or should I say Up there! Jeff
Re: Nor Cal Live Steamers...
Hey I live in Central/Northern California...Santa Cruz County to be exact, where are all the Nor Cal Steamers? I know where Richard is... and Gary Broeder... Just got my Roundhouse Billy this week and this weekend will be putting R/C in my Ruby. OH what fun! Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co.
Re: Frank S scale?
And speaking of Frank S, I just finished 6 days of running it every other hour on the hour at the Santa Cruz County Fair on the "G" scale layout that is a scaled down version of Roaring Camp & Big Trees N.G. complete with a corkscrew trestle and 9% grades. It looked great toting LGB Disconnects and a bashed eight wheeled Bachmann Bobber Caboose! It is one of the best running lokies in my collection. The Ruby steams well but is very rigid and won't take uneven track well. Also without Remote Control makes it hard to chase around a complex track plan. Yesterday just got my Roundhouse Billy in and will see what happens next! Jeff Badger Big Trees Flume & Lumber Co.
Re: MDC box cars
Hi Richard, last week I saw MDC stuff at San Antonio Hobbies in Mtn. View... think they had some boxcars and ore cars Jeff Badger
Re: The great void - Model Boiler Books
In a message dated 11/19/99 9:16:58 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I had a blast building the boilers for the 12 Ton vertical Climax that is working it's way towards market. >> When Richard, WHEN Jeff Badger
Re: And the House Burned to the Ground
In a message dated 11/18/99 6:45:45 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I second Vance's tirade completely! >> Ok there is a motion on the floor, and it has been seconded all in favor Say I Jeff
Re: Homer Simpson buys a live steam engine . . .
In a message dated 11/17/99 7:01:58 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << it sounds like a question for insurance underwriters and attorneys.
Re: Insurance...
Don't EVEN bring up the "I" word I don't want to know. Having a 7.5" gauge Live Steamer is costly enough to keep insured. Unless it has or is going to happen to you, change the subject! JB
