This blog post with describe how I determine hole sizes for the flanged screws I use when assembling Jimmy Trains animations. I use Bambu labs printers which are much faster than my 3D Ender printer. So a year and a half ago I switched to them exclusively for my products. There is one downside to… Read More: 3D printer hole sizes »
The Animator – Lightening and Animator – Feller were developed very rapidly. This happened almost by chance. This post will be about the origin of the idea and the work required to make it happen. Sometimes chance creates incredible things. It all started with this image this image it doesn’t look like much but what… Read More: Jimmy Trains Animator origin story »
This blog will highlight my Lionel 362 barrel loader. My father bought this post-war accessory before I was born. Later when the family moved to a new house it was packed away in a moving box. When I was a kid I found and it was in like new condition. I didn’t know what it… Read More: Barrel loader restoration »
I went to the TCA Eastern Division York train show last week. I planned to spend my Costco rewards cash this year. Which was about 500 dollars. I figured that would be a good limit. Instead I went way over my limit by buying an Acela and add on cars. I was so happy though… Read More: York Train Show 2022 »
One of the great things about youtube is how it can connect users in the hobby. I started my youtube channel years ago to share what I have been doing. I took a break and started a software company and changed careers to become a full stack engineer full time. Now that journey is well… Read More: You tube community »
The hobo tradition continues to present day but now its high tech. There are several hobo that have facebook and youtube channels. You get a front seat ride with them and get some great train action. Never before have you had this access. The once mystery shrouded lifestyle is now out in the open. Story… Read More: Modern hobos »