How to build a simple set O scale Locomotive Roller Stands

[@djbbuck6941]

Saved some money for sure

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

@@djbbuck6941 sure does. Nice little project too.

[@TwistedMacGyversTrains]

This is a great idea! Thank you so much for sharing this. 😊

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Thanks for watching and your comments. If you build use the 16mm bearings. The wheel flanges will have a bit more clearance. 🙂👍🚂

[@TwistedMacGyversTrains]

@@baldypalmsrailroad Thank you for the updated information. It’s greatly appreciate it my friend. Frank

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

@@TwistedMacGyversTrains I also found that using superglue between the angle brackets, and the plastic bottom piece works better than thread and screwing them together.

[@TwistedMacGyversTrains]

@@baldypalmsrailroad Much appreciated!

[@blue2824]

Fantastic idea!

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Thanks, an easy project.

[@timhuston9232]

Love this DIY approach AND save around $80 ish. Thanks !

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

@@timhuston9232 it’s a good and fun project. Enjoy. Thanks for your comment. Ron//

[@mikesscale3149]

I really enjoyed your build. I plan to follow your technique and build some. Thanks for sharing.

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Thanks Mike, glad to inspire you into building some.. 👍

[@vincentvanpaepeghem4844]

Great video! Thanks for the information! Thanks for sharing! Have a great and awesome day!

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Thanks! You too!

[@danbader3578]

Great idea Ron. Thanks for sharing !

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Thank you Dan 🚂

[@johnnyrailer]

Yea man! They are slick!!!! Just think people buy them. Very cool

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Yup ya never know, make something folks don't know they need... 😀🚂

[@johnnyrailer]

Thats right! @@baldypalmsrailroad

[@larrybenham8421]

Thanks for your video have been trying to locate the plastic you use where did you get Please. Thanks for your time. And have a Happy new Year.

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Thanks Larry, the plastic I got from my shop at work. Tuesday I’ll check to see if we have more. You don’t need much. If we have more. I can send you a piece. I’ll get back to you on Wednesday. HNY! 🎉🚂🙂

[@larrybenham8421]

@@baldypalmsrailroad that sounds great I’ve got most of the parts Thanks for everything.

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

@@larrybenham8421 I forgot to get back to you on the plastic, I’ll check on Monday, I made reminder.

[@larrybenham8421]

@@baldypalmsrailroad ok thanks.

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

@@larrybenham8421 Larry, I have a piece 12” long, should be enough for at least 6 rollers. Email me at [e-mail] to communicate directly. Ron//

[@stjr9896]

These are awesome and I'm going to make my own sets, but I have a question. Are the hole spacings/locations in the L brackets for the roller screws and spacer screws the same? In other words, are both sets of holes 3/16" from the "top" edge and 3/4" apart?

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

It been awhile since I made this video, and I was looking back to see if I had any of the original footage. The bearing holes I believe were 3/4" apart, you want them close enough as to not touch each other and the the locomotive wheels ride above the L bracket. I also did a modification to the lower holes to the bracket and the plastic spacer. I did not make holes here. I simply glued the plastic to the aluminum bracket. I took a wheel set and used this as my template when gluing the two L brackets to the plastic spacer/base. I used super glue. Gluing gave you a more precise alignment of the wheel base spacing of both brackets. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching and commenting. These are very handy, I use them all the time... Let me know how things work out on your project.. 👍😊🚂

[@garykcs5532]

That was cool, hood Idea...no need to take it out to the layout for a test spin. Lol

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Yup - make for easy testing and trouble shooting.

[@johna.dawson709]

great video.. now I'll see if i can make them for HO/OO scale, but i do believe the roller bearings will be smaller...

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Yes probably, so you are able to space the roller bearings close together to you don't have to deep of a wheel pit.. Best of luck on you project. Skål!

[@trainroomgary]

🌴 Wow: Very cool project. Now just get the patent and become a millionaire 😎 • Cheers from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway 🚂

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Yup... Ya never know..

[@Aatrains512]

What are the dimensions of the plastic, and how did you space the holes? That part was a little unclear

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Andrew, the dimensions of the plastic is 1.25” wide and 1.50”long. Don’t worry drilling holes. The last two roller stands I made I used super glue to secure the plastic piece to the L bracket with the roller bearings. You line up everything much better this way.

[@Aatrains512]

@@baldypalmsrailroad ah, that sounds a lot easier. thanks!

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

If you send an email to info on my website I can send you a photo example.

[@Aatrains512]

@@baldypalmsrailroad I think I can figure it out based on what you said. Appreciate it, though

[@stephengammon3607]

How are you handling power from the center rail?

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

I just alligator clip a wire to one of the locomotive pick up rollers to the center rail. I also put a piece of electrical tape over the center rail as precaution. Ron//

[@tommiew.1065]

How much would you charge to make one?

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

Tommie, good question.. I'd have to see how much the parts are. I have not been asked to build something for a follower. I'm flattered. I'll have to get back to you on the parts and material. Also the shipping costs. Ron//

[@tommiew.1065]

I'm still super interested in this. I would be honored to have a piece of your work.

[@baldypalmsrailroad]

if not in a big rush, I'll work on a set for you. A set of 5...

[@tommiew.1065]

@@baldypalmsrailroad thank you so much!

[@nacanemusloyale9085]

Ron, how much was it for a set? Interested in making my own, so that I can make enough for my big boy? For the parts that is, if it's not too inconvenient, can you add the parts list somewhere, I am have issues reading it, while watching how to make them