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WTB: Walthers code 83 #7 1/2 left curved turnouts

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WTB: Walthers code 83 #7 1/2 left curved turnouts
Posted by skagitrailbird on Monday, April 23, 2012 9:29 PM

I need two of the above referenced turnouts.  Does anyone have a couple in good working order that they would like to convert to cash?  If so, please email condition & asking price to skagitrailbird@gmail.com

Roger Johnson
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Posted by maxman on Monday, April 23, 2012 10:27 PM
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Posted by selector on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 1:09 AM

I have a couple that I rescued from my recent tear-down, but they are not handy, and I can't recall whether they are left or right (pretty sure one of each), but they are curved W/S #7.5's

You do realize that their claimed inner radius path is about three inches longer than the reality?  I don't know how that happened, but I had to cut the webbing in the ties and stretch the inner routes somewhat wider than they come from the factory.  Didn't affect them negatively, and helped them to serve my needs better by doing that.

Say the word...

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Posted by skagitrailbird on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 9:14 PM

I'm game if they are both 7.5 lefties and fully functional.  Yes I know the radii advertized is not correct but, like you, I have been able to modify them a bit to suit my needs.  If you find you have two lefties, please let me know what you want for them.

Roger

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Posted by skagitrailbird on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 9:15 PM

Thanks, maxman.  I am aware they are available from several hobby shops but I'm hoping to hit the budget a bit more gently. Smile

Roger

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