[stirling]

New to the gauge I have my first loco (a GW Railcar) on test on a test track. I note the Graham Farish couplers are of the 'swing nuckle' type. Do all U/K manufacturers use the same type, if so, what are the snags and/or advantages? Are uncouplers available, and do they work satisfactorily? Does Dalpol and Graham Farrish stock mix? I am awaiting a delivery of Kato track which is temporarily out of stock, and meanwhile using Peco for tests.

 

[stirling]

Thanks for the information. One important point I failed to mention was that I have Parkinson's Disease and suffer continuoous tremor so intricate adaptions and soldering are beyond my capabilities. I asked the question originally because I don't want to buy unsuitable stock for my projected layout. I have had problems mixing Bachmann and Hornby on my 00 gauge layout.

 

[stirling]

QUOTE (Expat @ 4 Sep 2008, 12:54) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Hi Stirling,

Sorry to hear that. It must be very frustrating.

On the basis that self assembly couplers are out I will go back to your original question then.

I have a mix of Graham Farish, Dapol and Peco rolling stock and locos and the factory installed couplers, which are all derivatives of the Rapido Coupler, are all compatible with each other though Dapol and Peco tend to provide slightly closer coupling than GF.

As regards uncoupling, Peco make a mechanical un-coupler track which, when the centre ramp is raised, lifts a pin on the underside of the couplers to disengage them.

Hope this helps this time,

Expat.

Thanks, Expat, My question is answered! Regrds, Stirling.