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by CP173
Fri Apr 26, 2024 10:07 pm
Forum: Disneyland Railroad
Topic: Tours are back!
Replies: 3
Views: 608

Re: Tours are back!

Apparently, the new tour is a bit shorter than the previous iteration. They used to play a video about the history of Walt and trains... that included me. 8) My inside source said that the entire video is not going to be used, so I'm not taking it personally. :lol:
by CP173
Sun Apr 21, 2024 10:37 am
Forum: Modeling the Disney Railroads
Topic: Just Getting Started on a Backyard DLRR Model in G
Replies: 5
Views: 866

Re: Just Getting Started on a Backyard DLRR Model in G

I haven't tried kitbashing LGB GFRR cars, so I can't help you there. Regarding rail height, you are spot-on that code 332 is not realistic for true narrow gauge. I believe LGB did this to minimize derailments, especially on their tight radius curves. This is also why their products have such deep fl...
by CP173
Sat Apr 20, 2024 11:30 am
Forum: Modeling the Disney Railroads
Topic: Just Getting Started on a Backyard DLRR Model in G
Replies: 5
Views: 866

Re: Just Getting Started on a Backyard DLRR Model in G

I wish we could put GIF's in these posts as you'd be seeing a slow clap right now. What a great start! I'm eager to see your progress.
by CP173
Fri Apr 19, 2024 5:15 pm
Forum: Modeling the Disney Railroads
Topic: Marsh tender
Replies: 13
Views: 1141

Re: Marsh tender

That's a good point. I'll have a look at changing the cab height.
by CP173
Wed Feb 14, 2024 6:02 pm
Forum: Disneyland Railroad
Topic: Rare Badges On EBay
Replies: 2
Views: 332

Re: Rare Badges On EBay

Wow, indeed! I've never heard of "Trainmaster", either. I agree: @RETLAW7 - here's a nice project for you!
by CP173
Fri Feb 02, 2024 6:13 pm
Forum: Disneyland Railroad
Topic: Once Upon a Train Episode 3: SF&D Combine
Replies: 9
Views: 1154

Re: Once Upon a Train Episode 3: SF&D Combine

Yes, Steve, that's on the list. I've identified about 70 specific topics to cover. I'll probably do the plates as part of an "engines 1 and 2" episode around July 17.
by CP173
Tue Jan 30, 2024 11:17 am
Forum: Disneyland Railroad
Topic: Once Upon a Train Episode 3: SF&D Combine
Replies: 9
Views: 1154

Re: Once Upon a Train Episode 3: SF&D Combine

Thank you, all, for your kind comments. I'm having a lot of fun making these. Going through old photos and messages brings back happy memories.
by CP173
Sun Jan 28, 2024 12:26 pm
Forum: Disneyland Railroad
Topic: Once Upon a Train Episode 3: SF&D Combine
Replies: 9
Views: 1154

Once Upon a Train Episode 3: SF&D Combine

The latest episode of Once Upon a Train is up! This one is the history and future of the Santa Fe & Disneyland Railroad's Combine car.

https://youtu.be/yi5BxBMcF7k

Special thanks to Steve DeGaetano for his valuable support in making this episode!
by CP173
Sat Jan 13, 2024 1:06 pm
Forum: Modeling the Disney Railroads
Topic: Homemade 12" gauge "Lilly Belle"
Replies: 1
Views: 270

Homemade 12" gauge "Lilly Belle"

https://www.ebay.com/itm/116038075221?m ... media=COPY

You have to admire the determination that went into building this, if not the aesthetics.