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Trying to set up a temporary display
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Anonymous
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April 2003
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Trying to set up a temporary display
Posted by
Anonymous
on Saturday, December 3, 2005 3:22 PM
Hello all!
I'm new to this forum. I used to do some model railroading when I was a child, but it's been over a decade since I've touched them. I'm trying to make a simple layout to go around my Christmas tree.
Is Bachmann EZ Track made for this purpose? Will it snap together with no need for pinning it down?
Also, I'm interested in a Bachmann Prairie 2-6-2.
http://www.discounttrainsonline.com/dto/item160-51520.html
Do the Bachmann steam locomotives run smoothly, or are they really jerky and noisy (like those awful Bachmann diesel starter trains)?
One more question. What do you think the smallest radius turn is that this locomotive could make? I'm looking at 18" radius tracks.
Thanks in advance for your responses!
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Anonymous
Member since
April 2003
305,205 posts
Posted by
Anonymous
on Saturday, December 3, 2005 4:09 PM
The Bachmann EZ track would be a great pick for under the tree, as it locks together and the plastic roadbed will keep out carpet and other dust from the train mechanisms. It won't need any fastening down.
This track is already 18" radius, which is the minimum of most model trains these days. Most of the newer Bachmann steam engines do work great, although there are the occasional ones that slip through their quality control.
Have fun!
Bob Boudreau
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roadrat
Member since
August 2004
From: Maine
392 posts
Posted by
roadrat
on Saturday, December 3, 2005 4:13 PM
[#welcome][#welcome][#welcome]
For your first question yes EZ track is perfect for a floor display and should not need pinning.
as to your other questions I just don't know but I'm sure some one else will.
once again welcome.
bill
No good deed goes unpunished.
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Eriediamond
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March 2016
1,447 posts
Posted by
Eriediamond
on Saturday, December 3, 2005 4:36 PM
I have a couple of Bachmann steam engines and they run smooth and quiet. However they are both Spectrum series so I don't know about the standard ones. Ken
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ARTHILL
Member since
March 2005
From: New Brighton, MN
4,393 posts
Posted by
ARTHILL
on Saturday, December 3, 2005 4:39 PM
My experince with the Spectrum stuff, both HO and On30 is that is runs great and looks good. The track is perfect for what you are up to. It is ok for a permanant setup, but perfect for under a tree.
If you think you have it right, your standards are too low. my photos
http://s12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/ARTHILL/
Art
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Anonymous
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April 2003
305,205 posts
Posted by
Anonymous
on Saturday, December 3, 2005 4:54 PM
Has anyone had any experience with non-Spectrum Bachmann steam engines?
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