Hi all.
I'm building an HO layout and every ground throw I have seen or researched for this layout is much too large for scale.
Does anyone have an idea for smaller throws. They do not have to be working as I plan on throwing all switches by hand not using a machine. In turn the throws I want can be much smaller then HO.
They will only be cosmetic.
Thank you.

Hello all.
I plan on using two HO doodlebugs on my layout.
What is the minimum radius I can realistic use on trackage?
Thank you.
Ernie K

Hello.
I have a Bachmann doodlebug and would like to add passengers and a motorman.
How do I safely separate the body from the frame?
Thank you.
'Ernie K.

Hello all.
I am getting a Bachmann 44 ton switcher with DCC and am wondering what Sound module is best for this locomotive.
Thank you in advance.
Ernie K.

I'm modeling WW2 and wonder if flatl cars of this era had end markings. I can't fine any photos.
Thank you.

Good morning.
I remember reading somewhere that HO switch stands are too large to be scale prototype.
If this is true, would one be better off using N scale stands on an HO setup?
Thanks.
ErnieK

Good afternoon.
I have two Doodlebugs (new in the boxes) and there are two very small silver items in a plastic envelope.
They look like they are possibly steps but I can't figure out what they really are and where they go on the piece.
Any suggestions will be greatly helpful.
Thank you.
Ernie K.

Good morning, all.
Maybe many of you know of this site but it was new for me.
If you model a quarry, mine operation or any mountainous layout and are interested in extremely easy scenery go to this link and see what is offered.

www.cripplebush.net

All you need for fabulous scenery is a scissors and glue.
Take care.
ErnieK

Hello all.
I have read that the Bachmann turntable is easy to install using any track system. Just what is involved with this process? I am using the Peco trackage.
Thank you.
ErnieK

Hello.
I'm looking for a steam loco. The only specification is that it must be an oil burner such as an 2-6-0, 4-4-0 or 4-4-2.
Hopefully, it can come with DDD and sound. Any advice?
Thanks.
Ernie K

Hello all.
Has anyone come up with a good sound decoder for the Bachmann doodlebugs?
Thank you.
Ernie K

I have a couple HO doodlebugs and would like to add sound decoders. Any suggestions?
Thank you.

Hello all.
I have two Bachmann doodle bugs and all 40 foot rolling stock except for two 50 cars.
Can I use 22 inch cures? also #4 turnouts in my yard?
Thanks

Good afternoon all.
I am very interested in beginning to use the EX Command Dynamis Wireless system on my HO layout (to be built in the near future).
Where can I find all info such as limitations on infrared systems, controllers to use, if a receiver is needed for the signals, etc.
Thanks in advance. ErnieK

Hello all.
Does Bachman or anyone else made a cover for the coal bin on Shays to make an oil burner from a coal engine?
Also, is there a normal funnel to replace the spark arrestor on Shays?
Thank you.
Ernie K

Hi all.
I am just getting back into model railroading after a 30 plus year absence.
Lots of new stuff for me to learn. First question is: Does Bachman still manufacture and sell Shay locomotives? If so, are any oil burners and which ones?
Thank you.
Ernie