Horn and Whistle Forum International

3-whistles.jpg ----------------------------- Q) Can I use compressed air instead of steam to blow this whistle? A) Yes, you can: but don't expect it to sound the same, as steam rapidly expands when released, unlike air, producing different sound characteristics. You will also need an extremely high...

K5LA.jpg --------------------------------- Q) What pressure should I run my (Nathan/Airchime/Leslie/Prime) horns at? A) 100-125 psi is enough and will cause far less wear than higher pressures. On a locomotive it would normally be 120-130 psi. Q) How much is my (Nathan/Leslie) horn worth? A) What s...