Locos - Rolling stock (general)
Sources for mechanical parts (O scale)
I've recently decided to start building in 2 rail O scale (selling off almost everything in other scales to make room and get some cash to start with). I don't necessarily want to do Proto 48, but once I get more experience I might move into that. That being said, I know two things about O scale:
1) There are few RTR locomotives.
2) 1:48 offers a blank canvas from which to build in.
Photo Backdrops
Photo Backdrops seem to more accessible lately and with Google street view the ability to create signature scenes looks very practical and affordable.
Neil Schofield, Scott Thornton, Joe Atkinson, Bill Brillinger, and Jim Six (among others) have all demonstrated that this is achievable and results in stunningly realistic and seamless transitions from the foreground scenery.
Prototype Photographs 2020
Hi All,
Went to see some trains today with my camera. Found a couple scenes that you might enjoy looking at.
In the spirit of the holidays I'd like to share them with You.
Hope the ensuing year is Happy, Healthful and Prosperous for you.
I’m looking forward to see your prototype photos too again this year.
Rusty roof with oils and acrylics - where did I see that video?! FOUND IT!
I "recently" saw a video where a guy used oil paint on the top of a boxcar then later came back and "filled" in with acrylic paint. The rust effect was incredible but dang it I don't know where I saw it!
I've searched my YouTube history and searched via MRH.
Does the technique strike a chord with anyone?!
TIA, Chuck
Replacing traction tyres
Does anyone know a way of replacing traction tyres? A bought a new BLI steam loco and after a couple of laps and the traction tyres were wore and split ..im not sure why. BLI sent me another pair but how does one put them on?
Any videos?
A unit train of scratchbuilt hoppers for Rob in Texas - better title
Good evening all,
I wanted to share a video of a long hopper train here and especially to Rob in Tx. The hopper bodies are all scratchbuilt by Bobby Glendinning. The train was operating on the Sipping & Switching Society of NC layout in Raleigh, NC during the 2018 event.
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