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need help solving a problem with my layout
ok so last year the wife surprised me with loads of train track for xmas sadly its life like power loc. so i have a standard oval set up with some turn outs and i have a problem, the layout is on a 4.5x6.5 board and 2 whole dies are up against walls due to limited space so part of the board is in a corner. now on to the problem
Supersize it?
Jim Six's recent thread has left me wondering how much railroad is enough. I'm looking for a new train room, er-- house, and of course I have dreams of grandeur. But Jim's experience (I am heading for the same thing), Michael Rose's recent rethinking the HO section of his empire, and many similar comments has me wondering what is realistic.
Ben's Big Book Of Recommended Practice
As I wrap up the removal of what is the fourth layout I have taken down and the first layout larger than a standard room, I have encountered a variety of model railroad building practices. Using the experiences I have gained while dismantling these projects, I shall document here a set of best practice which in my eyes provides the most economical long term advantages. While I feel these suggestions are universal, there will be some places and some people for whom they are not ideal. This being said, it'd be well worth taking these tips into consideration on that
Help - Looking for instructions
I have a Classic Miniatures 20' Ore Car that is missing instructions. This is an On3 Kit but any similar model would help. Thanks for looking 8-)
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Neil Erickson
Umauma Plantation Railway
HO SCALE track upkeap and cleaning
ok so i have an hO scale layout that im building my self track is layed down but im not sure how to clean the track recently moved to a new place and track haddent been used in a few months what do i use to clean it so my engines will run properly? train ran before so im assuming track is just dirty keep in mind im new to the hobby im also on fixed budget due to wifes rules on spending limits for my trains lol
edit my track is life like power lock
New York Central railroad Falls Road as it appeared in the MID 1950's.
I am an older model railroader approaching retirement in 8 months.
I have been arm chairing for quite a few years. My last layout was in my teens
I grew up in North Tonawanda, NY but am currently living in Snohomish, WA.
Upon retirement I plan on building an accurate version of the New York Central railroad Falls Road as it appeared in the MID 1950's.
Step Drills on sale
In the most recent episode of Notch 8, Efram Ellenbogen uses a step drill to make a hole for a replacement fan on the top of an SD40-2. To my eye he is using a set of 3 that are Mastercraft brand. These are available from Canadian Tire in Canada. This week Canadian TIre has the set of three step drills on sale for $13.99 (CDN) down from $39.99 (CDN). I have already been to town to get my set. Next up, attacking an SD40-2!
Small Roundhouse build
I bought this kit from a collection donated to my club. I thought with it's small size and rustic appeal it would be perfect for my fictitious northeast narrow gauge. Because it was modeled after a southwestern prototype (see photo of kit box cover), the kit came with no doors and a roof ventilation structure for cooling. It also had a small addition for a handcar. I eliminated the roof ventilation structure, built doors and eliminated the handcar shed in favor of a workshop / office.
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