#55206 Corgi Chicago (CSL) Birney Streetcar.

55004 - Lionelville PCC - $49.95
55005 - Cincinnati Street Rys PCC- $59.95
55012 - Philadelphia (PTC Green) PCC - $59.95
55013 - Pittsburgh (PAT) PCC - $39.95
55015 - Philadelphia (SEPTA White - #2134) PCC - $69.95
55023 - NYCTA (Brooklyn) PCC- $49.95
55024 - Baltimore (BTC Blue) PCC - $49.95
55025 - Toronto TTC (Red Rocket) PCC - $49.95
55026 - Detroit Street Rys PCC - $49.95

55028 - Chicago (CSL) PCC - $49.95
55030 - Pittsburgh (PAT - "Mod Desire" PCC - $49.95
55031 - Philadelphia (SEPTA "Gulf Oil" PCC -$49.95
55202 - New York City ("Steinway Lines") Birney - $39.95
55204 - Baltimore (BTC) Birney - $39.95
55205 - Fort Collins, CO Birney - $39.95
55206 - Chicago (CSL) Birney - $39.95
55207 - Connecticut Co Birney - $39.95
55208 - Brooklyn (B&QT) Birney - $39.95

The 125158 powering kit shown above was designed for HO scale three truck light rail vehicles, such as the Siemens S70 Ultrashort, now available on Shapeways. It uses elements of the well-tested and proven Bowser 1999 traction power units. This kit consists of (l to r) one Bowser traction power truck with 26" nickel-silver wheels, a Bowser traction motor with two motor mounts, Bowser drive train and two Bowser unpowered trailing trucks with 26" nickel silver wheels, six track brake castings as shown plus red and black hook-up wire and 2-56 screws.

Designed for those modelers operating traction models using powered overhead wires. The Southern California Traction Club concluded that the most reliable overhead operation results when trolley poles are mounted in a pivot base. Custom Traxx fabricated the pole pivots similar to those formerly imported by Dr S. Soho and Fairfield and originallly marketed them as part SCTC-1. These pivots are .375"/.95mm and were intended for use in resin castings with thick roofs. The club has also developed a method of converting Bowser and Suydam pole bases to use these pivot bases replacing the screw base. This allows poles to be removed from cars for repairs without having to disassemble the car (a must for overhead operation). Refer to the schoolhouse in www.trolleyville.com for the conversion process.
[Part 12508 and SCTC-1 are interchangeable in most applications!]

HO scale Trolley Pole Pivot Bushing Insulator [SCTC-2] - $1.25 per pair.

Specially made for those modelers operating using powered overhead wires. The Bowser 12508 and pivots made by Model Tramway and MTS Imports along with the earlier made Custom Traxx SCTC-1 fit inside this insulator when mounted in a brass or other metal car. The photograph to the right shows three SCTC-2, one of which has the Bowser 12508 inserted within.

Note: This part is now produced using #3D Printing methods.

Custom Traxx periodically acquires stock of these couplers via a special manufacturing run. They are very popular as all of our previous runs have been exhausted quickly. Please check with us via email or phone prior to ordering to ensure availability. These couplers are working copies of Tomlinson couplers as used on many multiple unit streetcars, interurbans and subway-elevated cars. They snap together and lock and pull apart for uncoupling. No draft gear is supplied as most modelers fabricate their own draft gear for best operation. One method is described in the Trolleyville Schoolhouse. The Southern California Traction Club uses these on all equipment requiring automatic couplers.

Note: For best operation, it is important to ensure that the working parts of these couplers stay lubricated. A drop of plastic compatible lubricant on the coupling levers tends to avoid premature breakage. We normally ship these couplers in a zip bag containing WD-40 for that reason.

These 3D printed couplers were developed by West Coast Traction Supply for use with their 3D printed Light Rail Vehicle models which are run in multiple unit trains normally under catenary. these couplers use two magnets with opposite polarities on each coupler as the main force to hold trains together, hence, they are recommended only for trains in which all the cars are powered. There have been cases where the couplers will tow one trailing car, but is highly dependent on the weight of the trailing car and its "rolling qualities". They are useful when coupling powered multiple unit trains under catenary and will normally line themselves up for coupling when pushed together.

Four additional side frames are now available for the new Bowser mechanisms. Because of dissimilar materials between the pewter side frame and the two engineering plastic mounts, these side frames work best when the mounting holes are drilled out slightly. Then use ACC to affix them directly to the brass pick-up plate (Bowser part #1262) using the plastic mounts as guides for positioning. See photograph below:

#13-13 - St. Louis 61A - Used for Pacific Electric 950-999 series cars among others. See example to the right.
.#13-14 - St. Louis 23B - Used for Pacific Electric 257 and 800 series cars. See example to the right.
#13-15 - Brill 27-MCB-3X - Used for Pacific Electric 1000 and 1001 series cars. See example to the right.
.#13-16 - Baldwin 78-30 (This side frame contains brake release springs on one end. There is a right and left casting and they are sold in pairs.)

(Available only from Custom Traxx!)

These mounts, shown directly below, have been made available for those modelers who wish to mount brass or resin cast sideframes to Bowser 1251XX traction mechanisms. These cast parts allow the modeler to attach a mount to the car and then glue the sideframe to the mount. This allows perfect alignment of the sideframe to the axles and wheels.

The first step is to attach the spacer to the Bowser truck over the two lugs as shown as the top right photo. Some adhesive may be necessary to keep the spacer on the truck. Then position the sideframe on the space, ensuring that the journals on the sideframes line up with the axles as shown in the bottom right photo.

Occasionally, due to the nature of castings, the mounting holes, shown above, may not be drilled out completely. Simply use a #52 drill to clean them out.

These mounts, shown directly below, have been made available for those modelers who wish to use the Bowser 125120 with 34"wheels to power high-floor cars such as subway cars. These bolsters are designed to be mounted on the top of 1/8" thick floors. Shown below left is the Bowser 1305 high floor bolster and below right the stock 1264 bolster. These bolsters have been used for subway car projects for MTS imports, Inc and Island Model Works.

Miniatures by Eric

These trolley poles have pole bases that represent the Greenamyer pneumatic poles bases used on the Pacific Electric and are made for those modelers operating traction models using powered overhead wires. These trolley poles have excellent upward spring pressure and have been tested by Custom Traxx and the Southern California Traction Club. Specially designed for Suydam, Cars Works and other HO scale Pacific Electric models requiring the pneumatic trolley pole bases. All trolley poles are sold with HT-C4 trolley shoes. Trolley wheels are available separately (See item HT-C3 below).
*For a pair of poles plus two brass pivots and two roof insulators (SCTC-2), order HTP1s at $32.00 per pair.

The HT-P3 trolley poles are made by Eric Courtney and have pole bases that represent the United Standard Form 1 trolley pole bases used by many 1895-1920 era streetcars. These trolley poles were designed specifically for those modelers operating traction models using powered overhead wires. These trolley poles have excellent upward spring pressure and have been tested by Custom Traxx and the Southern California Traction Club. All trolley poles are equipped with HT-C4 trolley shoes, Trolley wheels are available separately (See Item HT-C3 below).
*For a pair of trolley poles plus two brass pivots and two plastic roof insulators (SCTC-2), order HT-P3s at $32.00 per pair.

Although the prototype US13 trolley base employed four springs, these trolley pole bases employ a profile similar to the United Standard 13 four-spring trolley pole base used by many 1920's era trolley cars. The HT-P4 troley pole emulates designs similar to those formerly used by Model Tramway and Kemtron and are fine replacements for model streetcars using those poles. These trolley poles were designed specifically for those modelers operating traction models using powered overhead wires. These trolley poles have excellent upward spring pressure and have been tested by Custom Traxx and the Southern California Traction Club. All HT-P4 trolley poles are equipped with trolley wheels. Trolley shoes are available separately (See Item HT-C4 below).
*For a pair of trolley poles plus two brass pivots and two plastic roof insulators (SCTC-2), order HT-P4s at $32.00 per pair.

Since all Miniatures by Eric trolley poles are currently equipped with trolley shoes, packages of six trolley wheel collectors are available. These trolley wheel collectors are castings which depict the harp and the trolley rope attachment. They usually require some drilling to attach to the various diameter trolley poles used in modeling.

These are the same trolley shoes with which all Miniatures by Eric trolley poles are currently equipped. These trolley shoe collectors are castings which depict the harp and the trolley rope attachment. They usually require some drilling to attach to the various diameter trolley poles used in modeling.

The NT-P3 N scale trolley poles have pole bases that represent the Greenamyer pneumatic poles bases used on the Pacific Electric and are made for those modelers operating traction models using powered overhead wires.

The NT-P1 is the N scale version of the HT-P2. They are made by Eric Courtney to replicate the Form 11 trolley poles used by PCC cars and heritage streetcars today. These trolley poles were designed specifically for those modelers operating traction models using powered overhead wires.

Although the prototype US13 trolley base employed four springs, these NT-P2 pole bases have only two springs but use a profile similar to the United Standard 13 four-spring trolley pole base used by many 1920's era trolley cars. These trolley poles were designed specifically for those modelers operating traction models using powered overhead wires.

These are the same trolley shoes with which all N scale Miniatures by Eric trolley poles are currently equipped. These trolley shoe collectors are castings which depict the harp and the trolley rope attachment. They usually require some drilling to attach to the various diameter trolley poles used in modeling.

These are the same trolley shoes with which all N scale Miniatures by Eric trolley poles are currently equipped. These trolley shoe collectors are castings which depict the harp and the trolley rope attachment. They usually require some drilling to attach to the various diameter trolley poles used in modeling.

O scale Trolley Poles [OT-P1/OT-P2/OT-P4] - $34.95 per pair.

Currently available in two styles similar to the HO scale poles described earlier. Designed for those modelers operating O scale traction models using powered overhead wires. Model OT-P1, shown below left, is designed for Pacific Electric models requiring the pneumatic trolley pole bases. Model OT-P2, shown below right, is a simulated Form 11 base as used on PCC and current heritage trolley cars. Model OT-P4 is a two spring version of the four spring US-13 which is very similar to the HO scale HTP4, shown above. Many modelers who have used these poles have stated that these appear to be the best operational trolley poles ever available.

ORR Street Railway Track (HO Scale)

This line of HO scale street railway track, formerly available from Richard Orr of Omaha, Nebraska until 2003, is exclusively available from Custom Traxx. All items, except 2300 series Nickel Silver Girder Rail, are cast from White Tombasil in Pinedale, CA. Nickel Silver Girder Rail must now be imported from Sweden. ORR Track, turnouts and crossings were designed to be used with powered overhead wire as the rails were NOT insulated. However, many users, including the East Penn Traction Club, have modified these turnouts for the two-rail environment. ORR Track items can be used with DC or DCC.

HO Girder Rail in meter lengths or 39.37 inches long (286 scale ft)

4 pieces [2314] - $19.00.*

17 pieces [2327] - $76.50.*

As you can see from the above illustrations prototype girder rail would not be capable of supporting a model train in smaller scales so the compromised cross section to the right must be used in HO scale. In O scale and larger scales, prototypical girder rail has been produced from time to time.

*NOTICE!!!!! We regret to report that, as of September 20, 2022, our off-shore supplier of girder rail has ceased production and we have no alternate source at this time. This does not affect the cast turnouts and crossings, which are still produced in the state of Caliornia!

Custom Traxx recommends that ORR Track users visit the Trolleyville Schoolhouse and review lessons 2, 3, 4 and 5 in Room 2 prior to installing ORR Track for the first time. The recommended method of installation requires use of printed circuit ties which are available from Clover House, P.O. Box 215, Veradale, WA 99037-0215, phone 509-999-6247. Custom Traxx can supply printed circuit track ties [PC1] at $.50 each to the modeler in conjunction with ORR Track orders. Each strip of printed circuit board is 12" or 87 scale feet in length and will make ten 8 ft or nine 9 ft ties. An example is shown below.

For securing special work and rails at table edges and module interfaces, Custom Traxx has made special Module Interface Ties available to modelers. These printed circuit ties are designed for applications where rails must be secured where no movement can be tolerated. These ties are also provided by Clover House. Custom Traxx can supply limited numbers of module interface ties [PC2] at $1.00 each to the modeler in conjunction with Orr Track orders. Each strip of printed circuit board is 12" or 87 scale feet in length and will make ten 8 ft or nine 9 ft ties. An example is shown below.

Girder Rail Curving Tool [2350] - $49.95. (Price increase effective January 15, 2018)

Because of the nonsymmetrical nature of the simulated girder rail, this tool must be used to correctly bend the rail into sharp radius curves. Detailed instructions for assembly and use are provided with the tool.

Single Point Girder Rail Turnouts (see illustrations below, right)

Right Turnout, with frog [2400] - $14.95.

Wye Turnout, with frog [2402] - $13.95.

Left Hand Turnout, with frog [2403] - $14.95.

The diverging portion of the right and left turnouts and both legs of the wye turnout are of 6 1/8" radius.
Experienced modelers may request unassembled turnouts at the following prices: 2400U-$10.00; 2402U-$9.00, 2403U-$10.00.

Single Point Point-Mate Assemblies - $12.95. (See illustrations below, right)

These turnouts lack frogs and have a slightly larger radius in the diverging portion

Right Point-Mate Assembly [2401]

Left Point-Mate Assembly [2404]

Curved Girder Rail Crossings - $9.95. (See illustrations below, right)

Right Curved Crossing [2520]

This crossing consists of a section of 6 1/8 radius track crossing a section of straight track and is normally used adjacent to a 2400 turnout in a normal double track city street setting.

Left Curved Crossing [2523]

This crossing consists of a section of 6 1/8 radius track crossing a section of straight track and is normally used adjacent to a 2403 turnout in a normal double track city street setting.

Straight Girder Rail Crossings - $9.95. (See illustrations below, right)

30 degree crossing [2530]

45 degree crossing [2545]

60 degree crossing [2560]

75 degree crossing [2575]

90 degree crossing [2590]

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