Newqida R/C G Scale Locomotive, Running Session

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A quick running session featuring the Newqida R/C Harz 2-6-2T Steam Locomotive. The model is very detailed copy of it's LGB counterpart, though fitted with a basic Battery and R/C System, rather than track power and is aimed at the toy train market.
There are a number of issues with the quality and performance of the model, the most notable, is that it struggles around 1st radius curves, due to a lack of sideways play in the drive wheels (hence the breakneck speeds in this running session).
One thing this model does have though is bags of character. Since arriving, I have used it countless times, including; when guests visit, the track is too wet to run the electrics or when I am just too short of time to set up a full running session.
With a bit of modification, I'm sure this can be made into a really decent model. A full review will hopefully be on the cards for the future, highlighting in more detail the pros and cons of the model.
Hope you enjoy!
 
I just *might* have to get the set I bought out, and look at it again..
Though the sound will have to go.. Along with the blue lights!!!!!!!!!!
:eek::rolleyes:;););)
 
SDJR7F88 said:
A quick running session featuring the Newqida R/C Harz 2-6-2T Steam Locomotive. The model is very detailed copy of it's LGB counterpart, though fitted with a basic Battery and R/C System, rather than track power and is aimed at the toy train market.
There are a number of issues with the quality and performance of the model, the most notable, is that it struggles around 1st radius curves, due to a lack of sideways play in the drive wheels (hence the breakneck speeds in this running session).
One thing this model does have though is bags of character. Since arriving, I have used it countless times, including; when guests visit, the track is too wet to run the electrics or when I am just too short of time to set up a full running session.
With a bit of modification, I'm sure this can be made into a really decent model. A full review will hopefully be on the cards for the future, highlighting in more detail the pros and cons of the model.
Hope you enjoy!
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That's an impressive bridge :clap::clap::clap:

I'd do away with the R1s :devil::devil:
 
SDJR7F88 said:
A quick running session featuring the Newqida R/C Harz 2-6-2T Steam Locomotive. The model is very detailed copy of it's LGB counterpart, though fitted with a basic Battery and R/C System, rather than track power and is aimed at the toy train market.
There are a number of issues with the quality and performance of the model, the most notable, is that it struggles around 1st radius curves, due to a lack of sideways play in the drive wheels (hence the breakneck speeds in this running session).
One thing this model does have though is bags of character. Since arriving, I have used it countless times, including; when guests visit, the track is too wet to run the electrics or when I am just too short of time to set up a full running session.
With a bit of modification, I'm sure this can be made into a really decent model. A full review will hopefully be on the cards for the future, highlighting in more detail the pros and cons of the model.
Hope you enjoy!
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That's an impressive bridge :clap::clap::clap:

I'd do away with the R1s :devil::devil:
 
PhilP said:
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Though the sound will have to go.. Along with the blue lights!!!!!!!!!!
:eek::rolleyes:;););)
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Yeah looks much better with warm white LEDs, and I usually turn the sound off.
 
SDJR7F88 said:
Thanks ever so much! Sadly can't do away with the R1's, as the line would sadly not get around the ponds edge
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Mmmmm, that's the LGB trick - they promise to make stock that will always navigate R1s, so people buy R1s and are limited to LGB products.

OK then, re-build the pond :rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:
 
Sorry to bring up an old topic. I purchased on of these loco's about a year ago, and spent a good few hours tweaking its mechanism before it ran correctly. My track is mainly made up of LGB R1 curves, so I filed the centre flange off the stock wheels. Worked a treat, and it now behaves itself beautifully. Just need to replace the RC system - as someone who has NO idea about RC systems, what would be suitable?
 
You could think about Peter Spoerer or Aristocraft Crest. I would recommend the Aristocraft as they are excellent, I have 4 locomotives with them in now. But you might worry that they may be tricky to replace in the future (due to current status of the Crest availability) so the Spoerer would make you feel more comfortable, plus you ougt to be ble to get a sound system feom My Loco Sound, located in your neck of the woods. Not sure if he does RC, but I believe that there are close links between him and Spoerer.
JonD
 
Peter Michalak said:
Sorry to bring up an old topic. I purchased on of these loco's about a year ago, and spent a good few hours tweaking its mechanism before it ran correctly. My track is mainly made up of LGB R1 curves, so I filed the centre flange off the stock wheels. Worked a treat, and it now behaves itself beautifully. Just need to replace the RC system - as someone who has NO idea about RC systems, what would be suitable?
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RCS is readily available down under :nod::nod::nod:

Our tame devil - Tony Walsham (actually, I think he's changed his avatar now)
 
Peter Michalak said:
Thanks gents. Shall have a look at the various options. Are these installs difficult?
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I guess that depends on your ability. I tend to do it all on the Bench first, for that initial instal it is worth doing everything with Choc Blocks then you can make sure that you have done things in the right order. You can then create the Battery Instal before fitting to the Loco, using a 2 Rail of LGB loco you can Test Your Battery Kit out by using Crockodile Clips to clip to the Pickups to Test your setup before installing. Colour Coding of Wire helps a lot as well. For a simple install Peter Spoerer does a Wire Harness and Battery Packs that all plug in. A big help for the beginner.
JonD
 
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