Parts to build power pick up from track

[chuff_n_puff]

Does anyone know a site I can go to purchase the thin brass or copper material to make the leaf for picking up power from the track for lighting of the car? Is there a pre-fabbed piece for this and what is it called, so I can search for it? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[hminky]

I use KD coupler centering springs:

http://www.pacificcoastairlinerr.com/1879/locomotives/wipers/

Thank you if you visit
Harold

[richG]

I use Harold's idea. Works very well.

Rich

[chuff_n_puff]

Thanks a lot guys! I checked the site out and got everyhting I need and will get started.

[Yampa Bob]

This works well also, a bit pricey but one package will do a lot of projects.

http://www.ares-server.com/Ares/Ares.asp?MerchantID=RET01229&Action=Catalog&Type=Product&ID=83100

[Ozzie21]

I use 15thou nickel silver wire. I found it to better then copper or phospher bronze wire, more reisiliant, more springy. I get it from my local hobby shop.


Charles Emerson
Queensland
Australia

Does anyone know a site I can go to purchase the thin brass or copper material to make the leaf for picking up power from the track for lighting of the car? Is there a pre-fabbed piece for this and what is it called, so I can search for it? Any help would be greatly appreciated.