A New Batch of Model Railroading Supplies and Tools
In mid-January, 2023, a lot of modelling supplies and tools were added to the available modeling inventory.
Nankin Hobby, Farmington, MI
#237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers - For HOn3, HO, S, On3 & O Scale Couplers
Used to adjust the trip pin on Kadee couplers (an others) to the correct height.
Kadee #241 Dual Tool - Manual Uncoupling Tool & Built In Spring Pic
Used for manual uncoupling of standard couplers, since at this time, that is the way I am planning on uncoupling locomotives and rolling stock.
Micro-Mark
HO Truck Tuner and Truck Spreading Plier Set
Used for truck tuning to get the wheels to roll freely.
No. 71 Drill Bits (Pkg. of 6)
Used to modify the Caboose Industries Ground Throws for use on the layout.
Micro-Mark Miniature Digital Level
Used in "leveling" the cork roadbed.
Yankee Dabbler
1 NMRA-98-1 Standards Gauge HO
Used to check wheel and track gauge.
205 Kadee / Coupler Height Gauge (HO Scale) Part # 380-205
Used to set couplers and trip pins to the correct height.
Labelle Industries 1001 HO Oiler Starter Asrt 3/ Part # 430-1001
Used to lubricate anything that moves.
Amazon
TCP Global 100 Paint Touch Up Brushes, Disposable Micro Brush Applicators, Yellow with Fine 1.5 mm Tips - Auto Body Shop, Auto Car Detailing, Hobby
Very small disposable brushes used for paints, lubricants and glues, whatever.
2 Pair LLDSIMEX Pair 1" x 2" x 3" Precision Steel 1-2-3 Blocks 23 Holes
Used to align and hold parts at 90 degrees or whenever a smallish heavy weight is needed.
Added May 27, 2024: KAIWEETS Automatic Wire Stripper and Cutter, 2 in 1 Wire Stripper Tool
Best wire stripper I've found for stripping small insulated wire. I've used other wire stripping tools and methods, as seen in the photo, but this tool has worked best for me. The stripping results are also shown in closeup. There are also 4 videos of this tool in action on the Amazon link above.
The KAIWEETS tool is shown with other methods I've used.
This is a closeup of the stripped, very fine wires.
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