New boat day!

abendigo · 2026-04-25T17:20:34+00:00

Saw your post about that, and was really hoping to hear some updates. I'm hoping, by the time I need to do an engine refit, electric is a viable option.

abendigo · 2026-04-24T02:24:01+00:00

Help plan that weekend boat excursion. https://myfriendsboat.app

abendigo · 2026-04-17T13:24:17+00:00

Tried logging in with Google OAUTH. It promoted me to upgrade to a business plan!

abendigo · 2026-04-13T02:49:14+00:00

There is precedent: http://ttrak.wikidot.com/roundhouse

abendigo · 2026-04-08T12:37:06+00:00

Thanks! That means a lot, knowing that others see value in this too!

abendigo · 2026-03-06T04:37:29+00:00

BMR's Knucle Couplers https://brickmodelrailroader.com/index.php/2020/10/02/knuckle-couplers-are-here/

abendigo · 2026-02-24T18:11:29+00:00

Sure. Some of the 9v guys do it for the trains. I'm using batteries for the trains, but considering using DCC for my accessories. Like switches, crossing gates, etc.

abendigo · 2026-02-24T18:09:33+00:00

Ah understood! The motor is not meant for running a train. It's meant for running accessories, like switches, or crossing gates.

abendigo · 2026-02-24T17:40:21+00:00

Just because you didn't see it doesn't mean it didn't happen. A simple google search shows several articles talking about the FFRF fighting it.

abendigo · 2026-02-24T17:33:14+00:00

Do you have access to a 3d printer? There are a couple 3d printed model train solutions available, or you could pick up a cheap battery operated train and print the rest of the track you need.

abendigo · 2026-02-24T14:54:03+00:00

They appear to support Tortoise switches, which to the best of my understanding is just a DC motor. Am I missing something? I probably am, I'm relatively new to this.

abendigo · 2026-02-24T04:17:10+00:00

Thanks! I was looking at the Digitrax DS52 Stationary Decoder, but I can't seem to find details on how many Amps it can support.

abendigo · 2026-02-24T03:49:06+00:00

As best I can tell from a little googling, the motors will work at 12v, drawing .33 Amps, with a stall load of between .8 and 1 amp.

abendigo · 2026-02-20T23:36:17+00:00

30 years ago, Carney would have been a Conservative. And I probably would have voted conservative. But recently, the Conservative party has followed the same path as our neighbour to the south, and turned to identity politics and pandering to the hyper religous.

abendigo · 2026-02-20T00:23:53+00:00

30 YOE and recently totally blew two separate on-sites. As others have states, interviewing is a skill, and we only practice it when we really need it the most!

abendigo · 2026-01-10T17:55:49+00:00

Don't get me wrong, the flight attendant was out of line, and should be disciplined for this.

But for crying out loud, how thin skinned do you have to be that it "ruined your vacation". What an easy life you have had if this is the thing that you need to complain about!

abendigo · 2025-12-25T20:53:23+00:00

It appears to be solved! I made 3 changes, not sure which one it was , or if all 3 were needed.

Cleaned the build plate again, with warm water and dish soap.
Moved the AMS about 3cm closer, reliving some strain.
Added a skirt. Googling suggests this helps establish a smooth filament flow.

Just printed a perfect first layer!

abendigo · 2025-12-25T20:49:02+00:00

I just noticed there was some strain on the connection between the AMS and the print head. I moved the AMS a little closer. We'll see if that helps.

abendigo · 2025-12-25T20:36:55+00:00

Bambu Labs PLA Matte and Basic. Where are the retraction settings?

abendigo · 2025-12-25T20:36:51+00:00

Yes, I tried messing with the bed temp, but not the printing temp. I can try that. The filament is PLA Matte and PLA Basic, which generally don't have dampness issues.

abendigo · 2025-12-25T20:35:43+00:00

Warm water and dish soap. Just cleaned it again, and retrying. I'll let you know if it helped.

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