Someone recently asked about alternative/replacement Giraffe car activators.
I simply bend coat hanger wire to whatever length or curve that I need, and bend loops for layout attaching screws to each end. A lot less noticeable on the layout too!
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Interesting topic, John, especially for me because the Lionel giraffe car and activator are among my favorite things on my layout. The video below shows them in action:
What is your reason with replacing the Lionel activator? For instance, is it because it doesn’t fit on the track you use? Is it because of its appearance? Etc.
I am just fine with the original giraffe car ( I have 2 of them) and the original Lionel activator. Arnold
Arnold asked: "What is your reason with replacing the Lionel activator? For instance, is it because it doesn’t fit on the track you use? Is it because of its appearance? Etc."
A little of all, Arnold:
I run a cop/Hobo chasing car on the same train with 8 Giraffe cars. The figures hit the Lionel Tell-Tail.
I can make 'em duck on curves.
Less noticeable than the bulky Lionel activator.
BTW, great video - thanks
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