Wow! That looks perfect! Thank you for your reply!

Hey, Mike, that was great! I'm new to the RR crossing scene, but recently acquired a bell, crossbuck, and flashing light set which I plan to erect in my backyard. I've been foolin' around with a 555 timer and relay from Radio Shack to make my signals flash, but I like your system better. Perfect ...

I was amazed at how well it works connected to a 12-volt battery charger, and how simple the mechanism. My neighbors were expecting a train to come through.

Painted, most definitely. A nice coat of paint is more than just a pretty finish, it communicates the attitude of those charged with the care of the bell. Rust is damage, and to allow the damage to progress unchecked is neglect; which could be construed, accurately or not, as a statement about the ...

Well, here it is, my new acquisition, and something that I've sought for quite a few years. The bell works great, as do the lights. But this is all I have---no pole, no flasher, no gate mechanism. But that's okay. I want to make the best of what I have, and mount these components on a pole in my ...

This is my first post, so please bear with me if my question is elementary, but I can't seem to find an answer by searching.

I'm new to the hobby of railroad crossings, and have recently acquired a pair of signal lights and a bell. (I'll post photographs in the next couple of days.) I don't have a ...