Category: Instructions
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HO Scale vs N Scale: Size Matters
I got my start in repairing model train engines with HOn30 scale locomotives, but as I get into regular HO scale engines I find myself surprised by the differences. The thing about HOn30 (and OO9/009, a different but overlapping model train scale) is that the engines are basically N scale mechanisms with an HO scale…
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How to get started lubricating model train engines
I was just lubricating a couple newly arrived vintage HO narrow gauge locomotives today when I was reminded of just how intimidating this repair looked when I started doing it, and just how simple it turned out to be. I thought it would be a good idea to write a basic intro post. If you…
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How to Cut Down a Kato 110 chassis so it can be used in place of a 109 chassis
Kato sells a line of 2-axle and 4-axle drive chassis. There have been times where I have had to cut down one of the 2-axle chassis (11-110) so I could use it in place of the other (11-109). I jotted down these instructions so I didn’t forget how. BTW, if you want to buy these…