09-23-2009, 01:16 PM
I will typically run the drive shaft under the cab floor, with bearings in the frame, and a universal cup on the end. The motor in the tender, also has a universal cup on the shaft. The shaft piece between, has a universal ball at both ends. If there's any room left in the tender, it gets filled with weight for stability, and better electrical contact. Guess I'll have to document the one that goes into the "Columbia", with pictures.
I'll also have to give the tender truck "bearing blocks" a go.....these things are prototype, in all freight and passenger cars, and are more often than not simulated in truck castings.
I did find pics of the Gem 2-4-4-2 conversion:
Maybe not the best, but it does show some detail.
I'll also have to give the tender truck "bearing blocks" a go.....these things are prototype, in all freight and passenger cars, and are more often than not simulated in truck castings.
I did find pics of the Gem 2-4-4-2 conversion:
Maybe not the best, but it does show some detail.
We always learn far more from our own mistakes, than we will ever learn from another's advice.
The greatest place to live life, is on the sharp leading edge of a learning curve.
Lead me not into temptation.....I can find it myself!
The greatest place to live life, is on the sharp leading edge of a learning curve.
Lead me not into temptation.....I can find it myself!