I'm considering an Imperial Big Boy for my next purchase. Is anyone running an Imperial version on O-60 curves, and if so, how much overhang would you estimate is present?
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I run one on O-54 and it's not bad on those. Perhaps a couple inches max.
I also found it looks much better if you ease into and out of the curves with a piece of O-72 at each end.
Thanks, Russell.
I run one on me O36 layout and if you set you scenic right it would look just fine.
Dan
Mine looks real nice going around O54 curves.
Thanks drodder & Barry. Have either of you had any issues with the PS3 version? I saw posts concerning tightening the drivers and a few sound issues...other than that it seems that it's a solid locomotive.
I have the PS 2 verson and did have issues with the drive rod bolts coming loose but I used BLUE lock tight and now everything is great.
Dan
Have either of you had any issues with the PS3 version? I
No, i Have not.
Originally Posted by drodder:
I have the PS 2 verson and did have issues with the drive rod bolts coming loose but I used BLUE lock tight and now everything is great.
Dan
That's not restricted to MTH engines, my Lionel T1 Duplex did a pole vault on one of the rods and flopped on it's side. Halfway around the layout I found the rod screw. I now Loctite them in as well.
That's one of those "O-sh*t" moments till you find out nothing is damaged. Mine flopped in my bridge, no serious damage but I did have to touch up some paint.
Dan
I appreciate all the comments; its helpful. I've got it narrowed down to a Premier K4 or the Imperial Big Boy.....
I have a ps-3 imperial big boy...the front drivers are growling. ..so getting ready to pull the shell and see what's up...have a couple old ps-1's that overall seem more robust, but of course, old electronics. ..
