grw184 Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Hi During a recent house move, I have lost my rolling road It consisted of two parallel Aluminium rods, central Steel rod with plastic moulded joiners - the cradles rested across the rods - anyone know this and can advise Supplier Many Thanks - Graham Woodruff - GRW184 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
amdaley Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Hi Graham. Try here Zeller. http://www.dcctrainautomation.co.uk/rolling-raod-scale-h0-0e-00.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir TophamHatt Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Not to derail the thread (I'm sure that hasn't been said before!), but why are rolling roads so expensive? Looked on ebay at the Hornby ones and they're more than I thought. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimO Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Hi Graham. Try here Zeller. http://www.dcctrainautomation.co.uk/rolling-raod-scale-h0-0e-00.html I have bought the N gauge (OO9) rolling road from Marion. I was impressed by the very high quality and precision of these units and use mine when at shows because it comes supplied in a lovely padded box. You do need a set of crocodile clips to transmit the power from your controller. You can buy direct from her from: http://marion-zeller.de/index.php?language=en For home use I have just invested in a Gaugemaster GMC-L1 but they are in very short supply as they are a limited edition. This one covers all gauges except for Z. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffP Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Not to derail the thread (I'm sure that hasn't been said before!), but why are rolling roads so expensive? Looked on ebay at the Hornby ones and they're more than I thought. Small market, accurately made? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crewlisle Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Try DCC Concepts Rolling Road. It caters for for 16.5mm or OO/HO track, they include in the pack full sets of spacers for 9mm/N/009/HOe, 12mm/TT, HOm, HO Narrow gauge. OO, HO and ON30… even EM and P4 users are not forgotten either, as they included a set of spacers that works for both! I have used it for many years & all you do is place the rollers on any track (except for programming) anywhere on your layout. It comes in sets for either 6 axles at £69.95 or 12 axles for £99.95. Highly recommended. Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaym481 Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 I've used the DCC Concepts RR on the programming track without any issues. Using JMRI I've been able to "assembly line" programming of several locos at a sitting in a short time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crewlisle Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 I've used the DCC Concepts RR on the programming track without any issues. Using JMRI I've been able to "assembly line" programming of several locos at a sitting in a short time. I agree. I use the DCC Concepts Rolling Road for programming as well as testing locos without any problems. Under my baseboard I use two DIN Plug outputs; one for running locos on the Rolling Road & the other for Programming. Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Torper Posted February 12, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 12, 2017 Just to throw another brand into the ring, I've been using a Bachrus rolling road (bought from Coastel DCC) and have been very pleased with it. DT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyDuty Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 I just recently picked up my first rolling road, a Bachrus for O - quite impressed so far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
garethashenden Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Try DCC Concepts Rolling Road. It caters for for 16.5mm or OO/HO track, they include in the pack full sets of spacers for 9mm/N/009/HOe, 12mm/TT, HOm, HO Narrow gauge. OO, HO and ON30… even EM and P4 users are not forgotten either, as they included a set of spacers that works for both! In my opinion it is a good concept badly executed. I bought one because I had both N and EM models to test and all the gauge possibilities were the selling point. However, the ends will the bearings screw into the middle bits using something that looks remarkably like a small wood screw. This means that about the third time you change the gauge the screws no longer hold tightly and everything flops about. It really should have been designed with machine screws and captive nuts. It's really a better idea to get a dedicated rolling road for each gauge. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Padre Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Direct Train Spares in Burnley do a good rolling road at a decent price - they have an eBay presence. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crewlisle Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 In my opinion it is a good concept badly executed. I bought one because I had both N and EM models to test and all the gauge possibilities were the selling point. However, the ends will the bearings screw into the middle bits using something that looks remarkably like a small wood screw. This means that about the third time you change the gauge the screws no longer hold tightly and everything flops about. It really should have been designed with machine screws and captive nuts. It's really a better idea to get a dedicated rolling road for each gauge. Ah, I was not aware of that problem as I have only 00 gauge to deal with. Yes, I agree that they should have been machine screws. Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted February 13, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 13, 2017 In my opinion it is a good concept badly executed. I bought one because I had both N and EM models to test and all the gauge possibilities were the selling point. However, the ends will the bearings screw into the middle bits using something that looks remarkably like a small wood screw. This means that about the third time you change the gauge the screws no longer hold tightly and everything flops about. It really should have been designed with machine screws and captive nuts. It's really a better idea to get a dedicated rolling road for each gauge. That's where the Bachruss one scores highly as they slide on the black metal bar and are secured by grub screws using the supplied allen key. I bought the OO one and I've used it for 009 (using the outer wheelsets on an 0.6.0), HOm, OO, Om and O so it caters for 9mm to 32mm happily. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vitalspark Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 If you can find one the discontinued Gaugemaster LT is a great piece of kit. They are much sought after and command 2nd hand prices higher than their retail so makes you ask why did they discontinue production? No wires or connections just plonk the loco on and plug it in and a current readout which is handy for visually checking any tightness. Aux output to supply track as a conventional controller too so can also be a primary controller for a small layout. Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham456 Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 That's where the Bachruss one scores highly as they slide on the black metal bar and are secured by grub screws using the supplied allen key. I bought the OO one and I've used it for 009 . I bought mine years ago I didn't have or have lost the Allen key...can any one tell me what size it is ? As I have a screw lose! And none of the many keys I have fit Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvwilson Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 If you can find one the discontinued Gaugemaster LT is a great piece of kit. They are much sought after and command 2nd hand prices higher than their retail so makes you ask why did they discontinue production? No wires or connections just plonk the loco on and plug it in and a current readout which is handy for visually checking any tightness. Aux output to supply track as a conventional controller too so can also be a primary controller for a small layout. IMG_5493-1.jpeg you can buy them new again at gaugemaster or hattons.co.uk. I just bought one and converted it to use dcc as well Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvwilson Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 You can buy the gaugemaster LT controller/ rolling road new again, it now comes with dccconcepts rolling road. I just bought one and converted it to use dcc as well Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyDuty Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 I bought mine years ago I didn't have or have lost the Allen key...can any one tell me what size it is ? As I have a screw lose! And none of the many keys I have fit The instruction sheet with my new one claims M3. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted February 13, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 13, 2017 The later Bachruss ones are bigger grub screws! Id say the early ones are m1.5 or m2 and the later ones m3. I've got two different Allen keys with the two sets I bought. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vitalspark Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 You can buy the gaugemaster LT controller/ rolling road new again, it now comes with dccconcepts rolling road. I just bought one and converted it to use dcc as well I've just seen this advertised in the Hornby Mag which is great news. Its an expensive piece of kit but well worth the extra imo. Well built and likely to last a very long time ..Ive forgotten how old mine is but good to know that if it does fail I can now replace it. Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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