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Trucks wanted for scratchbuilding

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Trucks wanted for scratchbuilding
Posted by pnevell on Thursday, December 15, 2005 1:24 PM
I would like to try my hand at scratchbuilding cars like from the centerfold plans, but am having trouble finding inexpensive trucks for the cars. I model in 1:20.3 and have all Bachmann freight cars, with an old-time narrow gauge mountain RR theme. Does anyone have suggestions or "Hopefully" part numbers for Bachmann trucks. This could also be a good subject for an article.
Thanks for the help,
Paul Nevell
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Posted by Rene Schweitzer on Thursday, December 15, 2005 2:14 PM
Paul,
I'm going to email you some info, but if anyone else has ideas, please post them too.

Rene Schweitzer

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Posted by grandpopswalt on Thursday, December 15, 2005 9:38 PM
Rene,

If you have info on B'mann or other low cost trucks please include me in your e-mail.

Thanks

Walt
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Posted by Rene Schweitzer on Friday, December 16, 2005 11:10 AM
Walt,
I sent you an email.

Rene Schweitzer

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Posted by pnevell on Saturday, December 17, 2005 3:38 PM
Thanks to a suggestion from Gary at Ridge Road Station I think I have found the solution.
Bachmann is coming out with a kit for 2 flat cars w/trucks and steel wheels #98916. Street price approx. $25.00.
Also box car kit (1) #98911 and Bobber caboose (2) #98917 same price.
I have some on order and will let you know how they work out when I get them.
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Posted by Tom The Brat on Sunday, December 18, 2005 8:04 AM
Hmm. I prefer Aristo, but my one Bachmann car does run very nicely. That's a deal for 4 trucks and metal wheels!
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Posted by TheJoat on Sunday, December 18, 2005 8:30 PM
I use the Aristo-Delton trucks. Add 26" Sierra Valley wheels.
Bruce

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