Work Cradles You should have something like this. You can make a simple one, this one has an adjustable angle and a storage tray underneath.I bought this from a guy who used to frequent the train showsBuy or make something like this. I normally have a terry cloth towel lining it, and then any grease or dirt won't permeate the foam.I really like this design because the "clamp" is offset from the pivot points, which allows greater locking torque than just tightening the pivots. Also you only need to tightenone knob. I have a cradle I bought years ago, it was a screw together kit, and boy I wish I could buy another couple. I believe mine was from Rjjr Inc, but no longer in business apparently, here's a link from the "Internet Wayback Machine" http://web.archive.org/web/20010218...page2.html These were from Chuck Inlow, but he has passed away. Dan Patterson, makes some beautiful loco carriers and cradles. He charges about $45.00 plus S&H (about $50). He will accept PayPal. His email is This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.The base is 16"x24"x3 1/2"deep. The cradle is 26"long. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2283559428577075 Here's one from a company called GoldInHands, that has 2 probes to supply power, does not tilt but nice idea, about $100http://goldinhands.com/Cradle%20information%20sheet.htm not sure if they are still for sale Baggage Car Hobby145 S Olsen Ave, Tucson Arizona 85719Wilf Blu,BCHTrains and Hobbies, Tel: 604-345-472, Fax: 604-930-1376 520-798-1699