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Changing an existing layout
I am going to be converting my n-scale layout from DC to DCC. In the process of re-doing the electrical wiring, I am also going to be removing track and changing the track plan. My hope is to be able to save a good portion of the existing layout.
Any tips or thought on how to remove ballasted track without destroying everything? The ballast was glued with either diluted Elmer's white glue, or WS Scenic cement.
Cargo modeling marathon
Hi! In this cargo modeling marathon we are making the whole range of loads for your H0-scale train goods cars. We are using both scratch building techniques, as well as building laser cut kits. "Don´t buy a new wagon, build a new cargo!"
Freebies: Train Layouts for iPad
Good Day!
We're giving away a number of free copies of our Train Layouts app for iPad today!
Rebuilding and Detailing Athearn Switchers Part 3
Well, it’s been a while since I’ve worked on this. My modeling generally jumps between various projects and the time I put in, is inconsistent to say the least. The work featured in this post was done 2 years ago, last fall I painted, decaled and weathered the shell, so it’s progressing. Let’s see if I took enough photos to remember how I constructed this model. This part will focus on building the Cannon & Co cab.
An hour at the Switchlist Operations Session
Our club does switchlist and car cards operations sessions. In this video, I spent a couple of hours with the switchlist crew and watched switching in action.
HO Alco C415 Project: Rail Car America 423
I recently stumbled on a prototype photo in my late 1980s era that inspired a slightly new direction for the layout, while keeping the physical layout itself the same: Rail Car America C415 #423:
Adversity brings out the best in people
Following the vandalism attack on exhibits at an exhibition in the UK, a donations website was set up to fund raise towards helping the club that organised the exhibition, and the exhibitors and traders who lost so much of their life's work. The fund aimed to raise £500 (GBP). It has raised over £80,000 (GBP) in two days. Rock star modeller Rod Stewart pledged £10,000 (GBP), and music producer enthusiast Pete Waterman also offered his support.
Blinking ditch lights
Finally had a chance to play with one of my own Decoder Buddys. Here's what I came up with.
I built a test board out of the connector board to see if I could emulate a NS locomotive.
Android App DCC Controller via Bluetooth and Arduino
I am a retired electronics engineer with a big interest in DCC and model trains.
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