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Lower voltage but higher amperage motor maybe? I'll admit I had assumed a PP3 alkaline, which is the extent of my experience with that form factor. :dontknow: Exactly that. A 3v-6v motor being powered at 9v is going to draw a lot of current, even at half speed. Those low voltage motors are high cur...

I would suggest using a different battery to a 9v battery as they are very low discharge rate batteries. If you can get hold of a li-po or li-ion battery you may have more luck running it on a 2 cell pack at 8.4v. These batteries have a much higher discharge rate and may well stop the problem. Certa...

I know, bad video quality again, but does this sound any better on a larger speaker?

I think I might have found one that is silent until you Twitch the speed from zero, and will shutoff if the Speed is zero for 20 seconds, or so. You can also set the 'zero' point, though the instructions have lost something in translation. Phil, can you share that link here as well please? I think ...

philipy wrote: ↑Sun Mar 10, 2024 4:30 pm Looking very good so far.
Are you going to wallpaper them?

Not sure about the finish yet. I think some will end up papered and some won't, depending how hard it is to get a good surface with sanding alone. I will probably do one in black, if I build another, not sure of the colour.

Steve, you're either an untidy worker or proud to show off your wonderful collection of screws and bearings. A most impressive assortment! Unfortunately I am a seriously untidy worker, I like everything to hand. The really surprising thing is, I actually tidied it up a lot before taking the picture...

Steve, glad you've got it sorted. Quicky question. On my laptop it sounds very "thin", no appreciable bass, more like a lawnmower than a diesel loco. I'm not sure if that is actually the sound it produces, or an artefact of the the speaker you are using, or the recording system or the lap...

Does this card need a slight tweak (from stop) for it to start making a noise, and does it 'switch off' if you are stationary for 20-30 seconds? Glad you are sorted. Phil.P The reaction time is pretty good to be fair, however there is no cut out with this setup as it is, it's on when you give it po...

Well not much to report, but I have started the initial build of this, it's going together reasonably well so far. I have done two chassis as a friend wanted one as well. Obviously loads left to do, but making progress.

Well it's working, but not the ideal fix I was looking for. I pinched a Deltang RX65c from another loco and as it happens, they are default programmed for a CH1 servo output on pin 8. Low and behold, it worked straight out the box (well loco) even with a centre off throttle. Very pleased with the so...

Investigated further into the draughting issue: The exhaust steam enters a T-piece...at the bottom. So much for not obstructing the flow of the exhaust steam. The blower was also included in this strange contraption. As soon as I tried to unscrew anything, the exhaust steam pipe and the blower pipe...

What version of MR603 do you have? Number etched on board: Letter written on the chip: Possibly, 4,14 output in programming? Phil.P Sorry Phil, I didn't see that post :oops: Answers.... It's a very early one. 603a2 A Possibly, 4,14 output in programming? I don't understand what you are asking me he...

You are sure you have a wire on P1, and not F1? Phil.P Definitely P1, I tried P4 as well as a servo output too, that didn't take either? Does it matter that it's from the first batch of MR603's? The default on mine seems to be a forward LED for P1, no matter how I programme it, it seems to stay as ...

Well it works on a standard RX setup, sorry about the out of focus video :oops: Next thing is getting a servo output on a Micron RX603. Well, I need to talk to you about a soundcard, so I can give you instructions on how to configure a spare 'P' output to be a servo, as well.. 8) Phil.P Erm, yup, t...

Well it works on a standard RX setup, sorry about the out of focus video Next thing is getting a servo output on a Micron RX603.

Really tidy prints, well done with the support, I can't even see it.

Is that a Bing loco?

Very odd, I will try it again I just bought one for 40p (plus P&P), but they should be £7.27 (plus P&P) at the moment. No idea what's going on. If not just do a search for RC Diesel Engine Simulation Sound Module 5-8.4V Input 2W Small Horn Speaker For Remote Control Car Boat Airplane DIY Mo...

Except it says it can't be shipped to the UK.. Phil.P I must be special then? :dontknow: akiexpress1.png Steve, whats the link for that one then? The previous link was only 40 pence, reduced from £35!! I'm just thinking it might go in my little German diesel, although the blurb says it needs to be ...

Well I now have 3 of them, one for 40p (+P&P) and 2 with free potage at £17.45 including UK Tax