Train signal works

After the painting and the wiring has been done, I can finally say that the train signal works. What a few Lemax crossing lights, a 3 Euro relay, two lights, wires, a bit of brass and paint can do.


Now all that still needs to be done is add a bell and cover the electrics with a small shed or house.

Train signal and new cars

Two new cars have joined us. Two 2-rail Weaver cars to be more precise. A B&O #302522 50' bulkhead flat car from 1996 and a Reading #U3806 3-bay offset coal car from 1998.

So, these will have to be converted to 3-rail first, since these small flanges wheels do not track on hi-rails. This is than an excellent moment to make it diecast sprung trucks. Simultaneously, I practised my soldering skills a bit and made a train signal. Kind of fantasy signal, since only two lights is not very common, but I suits the needs of the layout and to make a signal in front of the crossing.