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Gadgets are pieces of equipment that can be bought in shops and installed on vehicles to enhance their functionality and ease of use.
Gadgets are {{pll|Items Overview|items}} that can be installed on {{pll|Rail Vehicle Types|vehicles}}, to enhance their functionality and ease of use. They can be bought in {{pll|Shops|shops}} around the valley. Some gadgets tackle vehicle systems, while others are more {{pll|Cosmetic Gadgets Overview|cosmetic}}.


Since installing gadgets involves using a bunch of tools, it’s recommended to be done at a dedicated spot where the tools can be stored away, such as near a tool shed.
Installing gadgets typically involves using a bunch of items, so it is recommended to have {{pll|Item Containers|item containers}}, {{pll|Tool Shed|tool sheds}} and even {{pll|Shops|shops}} ready nearby.


To be installed, some gadgets require mounts. In such a case a mount of fitting size must be placed and secured first. Mounts can be placed on any surface, and can be secured either by drilling in with an electric hand drill or taping with a duct tape. A taped mount may fall off in a collision, whereas the one that’s been drilled in will stay firmly in place. However, drilling can only be done on select surfaces and not on windows, boilers, gauges and such.
Some gadgets require {{pll|Mounts|mounts}} to be installed. The size of the mounts needs to roughly match the size of the gadgets. A mount can be placed on any surface, and needs to be secured either by getting drilled in with an {{pll|Electric Hand Drill|electric hand drill}}, or by getting taped with a {{pll|Duct Tape|duct tape}}.


Once the mount is in place and secured, a gadget can be attached to it. Gadgets and mounts can be removed using the hammer. Drilled holes can be repaired too, using the filler gun.
Once the mount is in place and secured, a gadget can be attached to it. Gadgets and mounts can be removed using the {{pll|Hammer|hammer}}. Drilled holes can be repaired too, using the {{pll|Filler Gun|filler gun}}.


In order to function, some gadgets require to be connected to the vehicle’s electrical supply. This is done using the soldering gun loaded with soldering wire. Bear in mind that soldering wires are expendable, and each connection costs money.
In order to function, some gadgets need to be connected to the vehicle’s {{pll|Electricity|electrical supply}}. This is done using the {{pll|Soldering Gun & Wire|soldering gun}} loaded with {{pll|Soldering Gun & Wire|soldering wire}}. Bear in mind that soldering wires are expendable, so and each connection costs {{pll|Wallet & Money|money}}.


Some electrical gadgets have multiple parts that need to be installed independently. To function, they need to be wired together, using the crimping tool. Most also have support to be paired with controllers, such as buttons and knobs, to be able to toggle them on and off, or for fine control.
Some gadgets can be wired together, using the {{pll|Crimping Tool|crimping tool}}. For example, pairing gadgets with {{pll|Controllers|controllers}}, such as buttons and knobs, makes it possible to toggle them on and off, or fine tune their intensity.


Gadgets that require electricity to run depend on having the electrics breaker or dynamo enabled.
To help differentiate certain gadgets, there is a {{pll|Label Maker|label maker}}.


Gadgets installed on DVRT vehicles will, upon vehicle’s despawning, return to a tool shed.
Gadgets installed on {{pll|Obtaining Motorized Rail Vehicles|DVRT vehicles}} will, upon vehicle’s {{pll|Abandoning Vehicles|despawning}}, return to a tool shed.


{{See also|Shops|Tool Shed|Mounts|Electric Hand Drill|Duct Tape|Hammer|Filler Gun|Soldering Gun & Wire|Crimping Tool|Controllers|Breakers|Electricity|Vehicle Systems Gadgets|Cosmetic Gadgets Overview}}
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Latest revision as of 14:39, 3 April 2025

Gadgets are items that can be installed on vehicles , to enhance their functionality and ease of use. They can be bought in shops around the valley. Some gadgets tackle vehicle systems, while others are more cosmetic .

Installing gadgets typically involves using a bunch of items, so it is recommended to have item containers , tool sheds and even shops ready nearby.

Some gadgets require mounts to be installed. The size of the mounts needs to roughly match the size of the gadgets. A mount can be placed on any surface, and needs to be secured either by getting drilled in with an electric hand drill , or by getting taped with a duct tape .

Once the mount is in place and secured, a gadget can be attached to it. Gadgets and mounts can be removed using the hammer . Drilled holes can be repaired too, using the filler gun .

In order to function, some gadgets need to be connected to the vehicle’s electrical supply . This is done using the soldering gun loaded with soldering wire . Bear in mind that soldering wires are expendable, so and each connection costs money .

Some gadgets can be wired together, using the crimping tool . For example, pairing gadgets with controllers , such as buttons and knobs, makes it possible to toggle them on and off, or fine tune their intensity.

To help differentiate certain gadgets, there is a label maker .

Gadgets installed on DVRT vehicles will, upon vehicle’s despawning , return to a tool shed.