Hello Anthony, really enjoying watching this build even though the technology goes over my head lol. Definitely dont cut the station it looks so good add a small ramp for clearance is the best idea. I can't wait to see this up and running.
Hello, Deano! I agree, while it is a possible solution, it is not one I favor, I have an idea for putting in a subtle ramp. We will see how it goes. Cheers and thanks for everything!
Hi thanks for sharing a few thoughts I have first the 3mm difference would be just under a foot in scale height so I make sense that it is hitting the bus station. Second though if you have a spare sensor it could be worth having it power a light so that you can check the position of the sensor as it looks like the sensor is not being triggered on the corner like what has been said by a few people.
Hiya, Richard. The sensor is more than likely too far from the magnet, which I mentioned as a potential issue in the video, as well. As I look at the video and think about it, it is more than likely the real problem. The difference in height for the bus stop is clearly the problem. I have an idea for a ramp, I just hope I pull it off without it looking silly.
Hi Anthony, its a real case of trial and error, you continue to solve issues then another one crops up. I am sure you will get this working in the end. Cheers, Paul.👍👍👍
Very true, Paul. I don't mind a bit of troubleshooting if the issues seem clear enough. These two issues seem relatively straightforward. The bus stop itself is working, just have to make room for the bus now... the ramp is the easier and happier solution. ON the outer turnouts, I think the sensor is a bit too far away from the activating magnet, so I will adjust those and see what happens! Cheers and thanks for the support!
Hi Anthony this is a very interesting job you have on. I have thought about a car system, there is a new one on the market at dcc automation which I believe is just in 00 HO hoping it comes in to n gauge. But I'm miles away from doing it I need to get the trains running first 😂😂. Do you enjoy the problem solving, I would even, though I would probably swear alot looking forward to the next episode. Colin
Hi Collin. There are so many car systems out there, but outside of remote-control cars, they are all variations of two themes- Faller's or Magnorails. The FCS is nice and easy in its basic form, it is just more involved if you want something "happening" besides cars rolling through. As far as problem-solving, I can not say I enjoy it. I like designing and planning a bit, and I hope to foresee and eliminate problems before they happen. I also expect problems to happen and just hope there are clear and easy-to-implement solutions, as may be in the cases shown in this video. If the adjustments work, then it isn't really a problem. lol When I can not sort the problem (as in versions 2.0 and 3.0 of my car system- this is 4.0), then I am very grumpy.
On placing the sensors. Couldn’t you just manually pass the bus over the sensor in various positions and angles and see when the motor is triggered. Then you will know the required distance from the magnetic tape and the front of the bus rather than having to move the sensor multiple times spend all that time drilling holes and reseating it
Not easily, Damian, as it is a timing event, and you do not hear the motor turn on or off once it is in place. It will be a very simple move the sensor up and/over and keep running the bus. If nothing works, then remove the magnetic tape and see if the Faller guide wire works instead. I really do not think it is the guider wire and the reed sensor worked at the bus depot itself, and it is even closer to the magnetic tape than the outer turnout sensors.
I believe the thinking is done, and time for action this weekend. As I consider the issues on the outer turnout, I really believe the sensor is just too far away from the magnet on the bus. With the stop motors, I think a subtle (or not so subtle) ramp will be the key.
New subscriber here! I came across your videos through my feed and I’m so glad YT recommended them. I have learned a lot through you about the Faller Car System, as I had purchased one last year but have not yet incorporated it into my layout/diorama. I used Mangorail for bicycles and motorized shopping carts only at this point. But anyways, I had an idea for your bus terminal…. Could you trace the station onto the layout that you have, and then use a router to simply lower the station the 3mm to make it level with the layout? So, just imbed it in much like you did when you embedded the wire (initially,) and then ultimately the magnetic tape? Just lower the bus terminal? Could that possibly be a third option? Love your videos, and I’m pleased that I’m subscribed! Keep them coming! ~Christina
Hello and welcome. That was definitely a considered option, but the area is hard to reach into and was already wired. It would have required me to completely undo the wiring and redo some sections, which I really did not want to get into.
Hello Anthony, really enjoying watching this build even though the technology goes over my head lol.
Definitely dont cut the station it looks so good add a small ramp for clearance is the best idea. I can't wait to see this up and running.
Hello, Deano! I agree, while it is a possible solution, it is not one I favor, I have an idea for putting in a subtle ramp. We will see how it goes. Cheers and thanks for everything!
Very cool video and enjoyed watching once again. Have a nice rest of your day.(Steve)
Thanks and the same good wishes to you and all at SSRP!
Having fun following along. Thanks for sharing.
I am very hopeful I will have this going relatively soon. Maybe by the end of this weekend.
Hi thanks for sharing a few thoughts I have first the 3mm difference would be just under a foot in scale height so I make sense that it is hitting the bus station. Second though if you have a spare sensor it could be worth having it power a light so that you can check the position of the sensor as it looks like the sensor is not being triggered on the corner like what has been said by a few people.
Hiya, Richard. The sensor is more than likely too far from the magnet, which I mentioned as a potential issue in the video, as well. As I look at the video and think about it, it is more than likely the real problem. The difference in height for the bus stop is clearly the problem. I have an idea for a ramp, I just hope I pull it off without it looking silly.
Getting there.
One step closer with each problem solved.
Will be great when completed. 👍
Hi, Mons! Yes, I think the solutions to the issues are clear, now finding a practical way to implement them. Thanks for the good vibes!
No way so many little but big problems to solve , I know you will eventually solve all the running problems ...Nice one Anthony 👍🏻
Jim you would probably have this going in a couple hours. It is just a process of finagling the sensors.
Hi Anthony, its a real case of trial and error, you continue to solve issues then another one crops up. I am sure you will get this working in the end. Cheers, Paul.👍👍👍
Very true, Paul. I don't mind a bit of troubleshooting if the issues seem clear enough. These two issues seem relatively straightforward. The bus stop itself is working, just have to make room for the bus now... the ramp is the easier and happier solution. ON the outer turnouts, I think the sensor is a bit too far away from the activating magnet, so I will adjust those and see what happens! Cheers and thanks for the support!
Hi Anthony this is a very interesting job you have on. I have thought about a car system, there is a new one on the market at dcc automation which I believe is just in 00 HO hoping it comes in to n gauge. But I'm miles away from doing it I need to get the trains running first 😂😂. Do you enjoy the problem solving, I would even, though I would probably swear alot looking forward to the next episode. Colin
Hi Collin. There are so many car systems out there, but outside of remote-control cars, they are all variations of two themes- Faller's or Magnorails. The FCS is nice and easy in its basic form, it is just more involved if you want something "happening" besides cars rolling through.
As far as problem-solving, I can not say I enjoy it. I like designing and planning a bit, and I hope to foresee and eliminate problems before they happen. I also expect problems to happen and just hope there are clear and easy-to-implement solutions, as may be in the cases shown in this video. If the adjustments work, then it isn't really a problem. lol When I can not sort the problem (as in versions 2.0 and 3.0 of my car system- this is 4.0), then I am very grumpy.
the angle of the bus as it's coming into the curve is pulling the magnet too far from the sensor as you said causing it to not to read.
Definitely my primary solution idea.
On placing the sensors. Couldn’t you just manually pass the bus over the sensor in various positions and angles and see when the motor is triggered. Then you will know the required distance from the magnetic tape and the front of the bus rather than having to move the sensor multiple times spend all that time drilling holes and reseating it
Not easily, Damian, as it is a timing event, and you do not hear the motor turn on or off once it is in place. It will be a very simple move the sensor up and/over and keep running the bus. If nothing works, then remove the magnetic tape and see if the Faller guide wire works instead. I really do not think it is the guider wire and the reed sensor worked at the bus depot itself, and it is even closer to the magnetic tape than the outer turnout sensors.
cool vid thanks lee
Glad you enjoyed it
Well looks like you got some thinking to do.
I believe the thinking is done, and time for action this weekend. As I consider the issues on the outer turnout, I really believe the sensor is just too far away from the magnet on the bus. With the stop motors, I think a subtle (or not so subtle) ramp will be the key.
New subscriber here! I came across your videos through my feed and I’m so glad YT recommended them. I have learned a lot through you about the Faller Car System, as I had purchased one last year but have not yet incorporated it into my layout/diorama. I used Mangorail for bicycles and motorized shopping carts only at this point.
But anyways, I had an idea for your bus terminal…. Could you trace the station onto the layout that you have, and then use a router to simply lower the station the 3mm to make it level with the layout? So, just imbed it in much like you did when you embedded the wire (initially,) and then ultimately the magnetic tape? Just lower the bus terminal? Could that possibly be a third option?
Love your videos, and I’m pleased that I’m subscribed! Keep them coming! ~Christina
Hello and welcome. That was definitely a considered option, but the area is hard to reach into and was already wired. It would have required me to completely undo the wiring and redo some sections, which I really did not want to get into.