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New HO scale figures coming thanks to 3D scanning and printing
Just saw an ad in the newest Gazette that appears interesting so I followed up on their website. RailRoadAvenue Models isn't a MRH advertiser so far as I know but perhaps they could be encouraged to join.
Now if there were some way to use a special 3D CAD program to modify their designs (or others) to print custom LP...
Removing rubber stamped lettering from car sides
Like most folks, I purchase decorated models offered by different manufacturers. I'd like to know if anyone has a suggestion for removal of only the lettering of a car side without damaging the factory paint. If the lettering were decals, that would be easy but this is stamped on lettering I'm talking about. Thanks for the help.
Ed Locklin at mp367.
Progress Update # 2 - October 2014
The support structure for the main level has been completed. The full scale drawings (discussed in my August 2014 blog) of the layout were taped together and laid out on the supports with the help of poster board. This gave me a good idea if the tracks were where I wanted them.
Prototype Track Question
Saw this attached to the rail while waiting for the Lake Shore Limited at the Buffalo-Depew Amtrak station. Any ideas what the purpose of this device is?
Thanks Chris
Modifying a Banta Water Tank for Thunder Mesa On30
Here are some photos of my recent build: a Banta Modelworks Branch Line water tank. I modified the kit with a scratch-built roof and a few other details. SBS details on the Thunder Mesa website.
Another great Layout: Rue De La Glaciere
There is a well known French HO scale layout that has been published in the LR magazine, and some photos have been posted on an other forum as well. The layout is called "La rue de la Glacière" which is an outstanding layout and shows great modeling skills. Sharing the pictures here for those of you who are interested on variation of modeling skills, scenery, weathering and philosophy from an ocean away:
Qubelock framing for layouts
I came upon a posting regarding this that may be useful, here http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=42605&whichpage=11
SMA 13 - Update to the 17 Pin Configurable Multi Function Decoder / Accessory Decoder Version Added
Because of the interest in this project (Details can be found here: http://model-railroad-hobbyist.com/node/19446 ) more example decoder variations have been added and some start up timing problems have been fixed. The new libraries and examples can be downloaded from here (Updated November 26, 2016):
Passengers in Vehicles
Has anyone tried or have tips regarding how I might add figures (Drivers / Passengers) to HO vehicles? I've always been annoyed with 'empty' cars and trucks driving down the street. Thanks for any and all suggestions.
Steve
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