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by -steves-
Sun Mar 17, 2024 10:19 am
Forum: 3D Printing
Topic: Tinkercad v Fusion
Replies: 19
Views: 214

Re: Using TinkerCAD to produce drawings for 3-D Printing

I've had two goes at Fusion 360, yesterday and this morning, with no more success than I had a year or so ago, Fusion 360 is the gold standard for 3D CAD packages for home use, but it's a bit naïve to think that a program so incredibly powerful can be learnt in a couple of short sessions or just pl...
by -steves-
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:03 am
Forum: 3D Printing
Topic: How make stl files poseable with Blender
Replies: 12
Views: 164

Re: How make stl files poseable with Blender

Again, same from me, thank you. They look very complete and I will find the time to have a good read through and try and ammend the figure I have in mind.
by -steves-
Thu Mar 14, 2024 2:48 pm
Forum: Railways & Layouts
Topic: FINAL NEW FWLR LINE
Replies: 215
Views: 92148

Re: FINAL NEW FWLR LINE

Looking at the kit I would think that it has not had air assist running while the laser was cutting. Air assist tends to reduce the burn/charring to a minimum. Having recently aquired a laser cutter I now know how essential air assist is a what a major impact it has to the final results.
by -steves-
Thu Mar 14, 2024 11:39 am
Forum: 3D Printing
Topic: Palmerston - Small England Loco as built
Replies: 65
Views: 10072

Re: Palmerston - Small England Loco as built

That seems to pull and push very well, have you added additional weights?
by -steves-
Thu Mar 14, 2024 10:20 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Gmeinder & Co loco
Replies: 99
Views: 2539

Re: Gmeinder & Co loco

Once I got the hang of it, it was quite easy and potentially opens all sorts of possibilities for posing figures. If anyone wants to know how to do it, just shout. Also yes please, I have a figure that I would love to be able to move the arm on it into a different position but have absolutely no cl...
by -steves-
Wed Mar 13, 2024 8:07 pm
Forum: Locomotives - Electric
Topic: Not sure why motor keeps cutting out.
Replies: 9
Views: 170

Re: Not sure why motor keeps cutting out.

Thanks for the suggestions Drewzero & Steves. I've googled 280 size motors and the existing motor size is exacxtly that - its a tight fit so no other size would do. I can only find a higher voltage motor at 12 -24 volts so excuse my ignorance on electrical matters but I assume that would work w...
by -steves-
Wed Mar 13, 2024 3:13 pm
Forum: Garden Railway Technical Help & Advice
Topic: Track compatibility question
Replies: 2
Views: 170

Re: Track compatibility question

I use LGB and AMS together with no issues.
by -steves-
Wed Mar 13, 2024 2:11 pm
Forum: General Garden Railways
Topic: Cheapo diesel sound card
Replies: 123
Views: 2267

Re: Cheapo diesel sound card

I must say that Andy has been very clever in finding a way to put the Rx into programming mode. As well as the Deltang method, the MR603 can go into program mode by tapping in SOS in morse code on the bind button. Clever chap! Ril Indeed, that's the method I use, I thought it was a great idea too :...
by -steves-
Wed Mar 13, 2024 12:11 pm
Forum: General Garden Railways
Topic: Cheapo diesel sound card
Replies: 123
Views: 2267

Re: Cheapo diesel sound card

You can supposedly tweak the servo range on the 65c, though I have never tried it.. It might be easier to wait, and see how it reacts, with the MR603? Phil.P I can answer that, it works perfectly with the MR603c. I borrowed one which had a later version on it and it has Pad 1 setup as a servo on CH...
by -steves-
Wed Mar 13, 2024 9:18 am
Forum: Railways & Layouts
Topic: The Cockatoo Creek Tramway
Replies: 260
Views: 124530

Re: The Cockatoo Creek Tramway

Shame you're the other side of the world as I have a lovely Ender 5 Pro that needs a new home, glass bed, BLTouch, great little work horse. Ah well, I do hope you find what you are looking for somewhat closer to home :D
by -steves-
Wed Mar 13, 2024 9:12 am
Forum: General Garden Railways
Topic: Cheapo diesel sound card
Replies: 123
Views: 2267

Re: Cheapo diesel sound card

That card sounds really good in there, as you say, a little short in range, but then diesels don't rev that hard anyway :thumbup:
by -steves-
Wed Mar 13, 2024 9:09 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: HGLW loco tweak
Replies: 77
Views: 2631

Re: HGLW loco tweak

You have done a great job of that paint after the initial reaction. Looks super, loving the printed name plates.
by -steves-
Tue Mar 12, 2024 12:24 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: DIY Arduino radio control for garden train
Replies: 26
Views: 783

Re: DIY Arduino radio control for garden train

That seems to fit really well after a bit of modification. What software did you use to create the diagrams, they are really good? I use Fritzing version 0.9.3b wich is free. If you want version 1.xxx you have to donate to the creators Just downloading the 0.9.3b now :thumbup: Thank you :D
by -steves-
Tue Mar 12, 2024 10:44 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: DIY Arduino radio control for garden train
Replies: 26
Views: 783

Re: DIY Arduino radio control for garden train

That seems to fit really well after a bit of modification.

What software did you use to create the diagrams, they are really good?
by -steves-
Tue Mar 12, 2024 9:01 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Cabbed Hunslet
Replies: 16
Views: 618

Re: Cabbed Hunslet

That's looking great. One of my next project is to print a loco. I am equipped with LGB track so I think it is 45mm ? Do you have a link to the model you have done for 45mm ? I don't want to design my first loco. I prefer tu print an already approved one. Thanks Sam I did this one a while back in b...
by -steves-
Tue Mar 12, 2024 9:00 am
Forum: Locomotives - Electric
Topic: Not sure why motor keeps cutting out.
Replies: 9
Views: 170

Re: Not sure why motor keeps cutting out.

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...
by -steves-
Mon Mar 11, 2024 4:15 pm
Forum: Locomotives - Electric
Topic: Not sure why motor keeps cutting out.
Replies: 9
Views: 170

Re: Not sure why motor keeps cutting out.

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...
by -steves-
Mon Mar 11, 2024 11:12 am
Forum: General Garden Railways
Topic: Cheapo diesel sound card
Replies: 123
Views: 2267

Re: Cheapo diesel sound card

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

by -steves-
Mon Mar 11, 2024 10:10 am
Forum: General Garden Railways
Topic: Cheapo diesel sound card
Replies: 123
Views: 2267

Re: Cheapo diesel sound card

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 ...
by -steves-
Sun Mar 10, 2024 5:04 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Cabbed Hunslet
Replies: 16
Views: 618

Re: Cabbed Hunslet

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.