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Post by ron045 on Aug 3, 2024 13:00:49 GMT
Which exact model of Blunami do you use? I see there are multiple choices. Arguably, the 4408 is the best version to use for O Scale because it's rated at 4 amps. It can be found for about $205. I have used the 2200 (smaller board rated at 2 amps) in a 44 tonner and a SW-1200 with tighter spaces. With the 2200 you have to worry about amps. The 44 tonner has two smaller motors. The SW-1200 has a single small motor. I also don't race around, so I'm OK with amps. Both boards have an auto cut off, so if you do get a lot of amps, you won't fry anything. The other versions of Blunami that have recently come out are targeted for the HO market. vr Ron
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Post by bobthetrainguy on Aug 3, 2024 18:26:38 GMT
One compromise to be aware of with early MTH PS1 locomotives, is they lack the level of detail that some of the later PS1 and PS2 and PS3 versions.
They're often made from the same tooling, but lots of brass detail parts were added in the later versions.
It's not a huge deal, but just something to be aware of.
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Post by el2558 on Aug 21, 2024 12:29:01 GMT
As for the true O market, it has been in decline for the last several years. I would argue at least the last decade or so. There's a lot of denial amongst the remaining hobbyists and manufacturers, but the evidence is overwhelming. Now's a terrific time to acquire stuff that's been out of reach for a long time.
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Post by el2558 on Aug 21, 2024 12:31:06 GMT
FYI - Nassau is blowing out all their new MTH Custom runs 8-21-24 below cost. Cant sell em. Looks like another Aug. Trainz offer today as well.
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Post by runamuckchuck on Aug 21, 2024 12:48:53 GMT
FYI - Nassau is blowing out all their new MTH Custom runs 8-21-24 below cost. Cant sell em. Looks like another Aug. Trainz offer today as well. Funny thing though about the Nassau announcement when I clicked on some sale items (blinking Halloween ghosts in gondola) the price in the announcement was less than the posted price on the Nassau web site. I did not contact them just figured it was another IT anomaly.
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Post by el2558 on Aug 22, 2024 0:00:20 GMT
Items are on their ebay site - www.ebay.com/itm/266665247204Store site is a hit n miss sometimes. Was thinking of picking up this LIRR 80's MTA PS1 70 dollar car for 55. Good for re-painting and K4 decaling into a Flag scheme! Probably remove the roof walk and cut the ladders for something into the 70's.
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