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Progress Update # 2A
I have continued to build and install risers on the main level (3/4 inch dimensional lumber pieces) and for about half of the 3rd level (either pieces of dimensional lumber or cut from ripped sections of leftover pieces of plywood). Much of the material that I am using for risers are being culled from the very large collection of lumber pieces left over from my previous layout.
When do you remove masking tape?
When you're painting a model which needs to be multiple colors, after you've sprayed the last color, when do you take the masking tape off? I think I've heard that it's better to let the paint dry completely, then carefully remove the tape, but I usually end up taking it off ASAP, while the paint is still wet. My logic is that, once the top coat has formed a hard film, I'm more likely to tear a jagged edge when I take the tape off. I also like to try to clean up any spots where the paint bled under the tape by gently scraping with a scrap of styrene - e
Does rail shape matter?
In an earlier post: http://model-railroad-hobbyist.com/node/18236?page=2, semaphore indicated that a dome shape to the top of the rail is much better than the current track rail shapes.
While the improved performance aspect is similar, shaping the rail is fundamentally different than applying graphite which is the topic of the other thread. This topic of rail shape, condition and material is one that I am intending to explore further. So, it is appropriate to start a thread on the topic.
Birdsboro & Reading
Hi,
A link to video #8 (out of 11) in a short video series of the Birdsboro & Reading doodlebug in action.
YouTube Model Builders LIVE Show for November - Episode 6 Novmeber 22nd, 2014
Everyone,
I'd like to introduce to a new adventure in Model Railroading. We are the YouTube Model Builders LIVE group and we produce a monthly Live show broadcast via Google Plus and YouTube. Below is the promo video. Come check us out. I think you will enjoy it.
Thanks,
Barry Rosier
Folks, Come join Tod "2Toady" Walton and Geno "Gknos Trains" as we talk about weathering. Giveaways include a 4 pack of threes from LongShadow Trees and a weathering powder kit from Bragdon Enterprises.
IAIS's West End - Action at Walnut Creek
I finished the water and foliage at Walnut Creek today, so I thought I'd get a few action shots there. I still need to return to touch up the backdrop seams and add trees, but I plan to complete those tasks in bulk once I finish all the backdrop pics throughout the layout.
Happy Halloween from Thunder Mesa!
Happy Halloween all! The spooky, scratch-built Never Mine is now complete and installed on the layout.
Little tricks learned along the way.........
I am a great believer in sharing new found knowledge and techniques as well as copying ideas I have found. What is learning at it's basics, other than copying what you have seen or read! I am hoping this thread will get you to share your thoughts and tricks with us, no matter how trivial you think they may be.
Late 80's CSX stencil decals
Looking to do a renumber of a HO scale Atlas Chessie GP38 into a CSX number with the tiny CSXT stencil on the cab as well. I looked at Microscale's offerings but couldn't tell by the images in several of the sets if what I am looking for is available from them. Anyone know of a decal manufacturer who makes this or will I need to scrounge together what I might need.
Thanks.
Steve
Down at the station
It has been a long time since I have posted anything. My schedule has been sideways for the past 7-8 months. However I have made some progress on the layout, but not near what I had planned or hoped to accomplish. I spent the better part of the summer building two skewed thru girder bridges.
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