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best hidden product?
« on: June 22, 2014, 08:13:14 PM »
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not sure this is the correct forum category, please feel free to move to one that is apropos...
will be posting in N Scale also for obvious reasons:
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 I continue to hear about installing Z Scale MTL couplers on N Scale locomotives and rolling stock
because the size looks better (closer in size to prototypical?).

 I have done an array of internet searches, including the MTL site, Walthers site, several known
 hobby shop online companies, and the information about such and the seeming availability of
 the same is hard to come by.

 I ordered some of what was listed on Walthers site, but without any pictures I have no idea
 what they will look like and in which particular installations they will work.

 Where do people get these Z Scale couplers....what is their part #....are there ones other than
 the MTL offerings?

 Hoping to find what really seems to be hidden.

 Kindest regards
 Gary
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Re: best hidden product?
« Reply #1 on: June 22, 2014, 11:00:11 PM »
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They aren't really hidden - just a bit awkward to find.
If you go to http://micro-trains.com , then go to the online store (upper right side of the home page), then select Z scale. Next click on Z couplers on the left side.  Some online hobby retailers also carry these (at a discounted price).
Here is one: http://www.modeltrainstuff.com/Z-Scale-Couplers-Trucks-Wheelsets-s/2230.htm
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Re: best hidden product?
« Reply #2 on: June 23, 2014, 02:41:49 PM »
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Peteski
thanks. yes, was able to do that but was unable to find any pictures as to know which one to order.
MTL could use some improvements on their website.
help came via an item # on another forum and I was able to locate and order some 905's
the price is a bit hefty! but some loco pilots only large enough for Z Scale couplers.
again, thanks for your reply!
much appreciation,
Gary
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