Operational Link and Pin Coupling - More New Photos - Drawbars

[hminky]

One of the keynotes of the 1870's was link and pin couplers. I have a web article detailing my attempt to make an operating link and pin coupler system for my OO scale 1870's layout at:

http://www.pacificcoastairlinerr.com/1879/cars/couplers/



Thank you if you visit
Harold

[hminky]

Here is the beta operating version of the system. The drawbars have been finalized and the tab is clear tape:



Have a nice day
Harold

[cheese3]

Thats cool, i like it![^]

[ereimer]

wow , this is a whole new level of detail . a little paint and some rust and they'll be perfect!

[oleirish]

When did the railroads move to knuckle couplers?

OLE'IRISH

[hminky]

The Master Car Builders Association chose the Janney knuckle coupler in 1887 as standard. The Safety Appliance Act of 1893 mandated it's use in 1893.

I find that every major railroad technology step creates a economic depression when the old equipment becomes obsolete. There was a major "panic" in 1893, the banks having to eat the capital of old railroad cars. Maybe it is just a coincidence.

Harold

[hminky]

Here is the draw bar. I can carve one out of ABS in about 15 minutes.



Harold

[jeffshultz]

Have you tried using a ferrous (magnetic) metal for the pin, where you could use a magnet on a stick to lift it?

[hminky]

Jeff that was my first thought.. There is no control over the pin with the magnet. The clear tape tab works and it is not that obtrusive.

Harold