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RC in On30


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after a bit of a think as to what my next On30 loco will be (bringing the total to 8) I found the Backwoods "Doodlebug" railbus conversion kit. This converts a Bachmann combine into a diesel railcar:

 

http://www.backwoodsminiatures.com/xrcconv.jpg

 

I was recently discussing fitting RC to a Lima O gauge 33 with my mate, when I looked at one of my Bachmann passenger cars and inspiration hit me. On30 affords more room and the coaches are quite large inside. Could I fit RC to the Doodlebug? Ah I thought, but you'd see it through the windows, well Bachmann has catered for this problem!

 

http://valleymodeltrains.com/catalog/images/160-26499.gif

 

The baggage car has no windows! I have ordered one from the states (price was less than buying new here even with the postage so a savings made there) and will order the conversion kit in due course, I have already checked that standard RC gear will fit (borrowed from one of my boats) and it appears it will. I have already asked Backwoods if they can supply a second cab end etch for a double ended railcar.

 

Will keep you posted.

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