Is there a way to run my engines upside down in the cradle so I can clean wheels & pick-up rollers? Doing it a little at a time is getting old. I have seen this on forum,but can't find it. Tom
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It depends on the engine. Run them in conventional using a transformer with a variable output. Connect one side to the center pickup roller and the other to the frame or some ground point ( this depends on the engine ). Be VERY CAREFUL with steam engines, on some the valve gear was not ment to operate properly up-side down and will bind.
Al
Al
I run the diesels upside down all the time, just turn the volume down on the sound if it bothers you. I just clip my test transformer to the frame and the center pickup.
I agree with the comment about steamers, some of them will cause issues running upside down.
I agree with the comment about steamers, some of them will cause issues running upside down.
Thanks guys. Will give it a try.Tom
Thanks for the info, good to know about the risks of operating steam engines upside down. Sounds like I may build a stand that will hold them suspended right-side-up, with a mirror underneath them for cleaning the wheels.
-bruce
-bruce
There's a guy that sells adjustable test stands on eBay for around $50, he's obviously a woodworker. 
