Modeling topic

Foam "ballast"

Fri, 2021-08-20 08:10 — emdsd9

Any suggestions for marking on black foam roadbed? I've tried colored marks and the markings don't show up.I have had a little success with a white paint pen but it doesn't really stand out. Florescent marks just disappear on the foam.

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First Op Session using Car Orders

Fri, 2021-08-20 08:02 — remhed

Operations

I have track down for about 25% of my eventual layout. I want to do some basic ops before I move forward to test out what I have built so far. I have decided to use the Car Orders system vs. Car Cards or some form of computerized system.

Demo Locomotives Ideas Wanted

Thu, 2021-08-19 17:23 — Alan Stuart

New to hobby. I have 2 FM H15-44 DCC locomotives that I love (Atlas #9578) w/ TCS A6X decoder. They are in the FM green color. From my research (please correct or add value) they date from 1948/50. I am looking for creative ways to integrate them or create a back story for my 1959 era layout. I can run and enjoy them as is, however, I was hoping someone had a good suggestion for setting a scene or other idea. Thanks in advance!

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Athearn part

Thu, 2021-08-19 15:36 — Xrperry

Hi, I have a athearn f7 and I am missing the insulator piece that goes between the copper strap and the truck. Does anyone have one?

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Installing Facia with a Hospital Table

Thu, 2021-08-19 13:59 — Roger Litwiller

Installing facia on my layout, the Trenton Subdivision in N scale. I’m using 1/8 inch mahogany plywood screwed to the cross bracing. I have left room above the screws to attach a removable plexiglass shield.

BIG Layout & Superb Modeling

Thu, 2021-08-19 05:29 — railandsail

BIG Layout & Superb Modeling

ProtoThrottle Unboxing & Introduction

Wed, 2021-08-18 20:10 — Chris Adams

DCC - Electrical

Obligatory unboxing photo #1

Mainline Modeler-The complete collection:

Wed, 2021-08-18 19:17 — LensCapOn

There was a thread, which I can't seem to find - sigh!, That mentioned the complete collection of Mainline Modeler was available on DVD. After buying a copy I am convinced 90% of the people here would enjoy it. Some thoughts:

1) There is an incredible amount of information in drawings, detailed descriptions, and period photographs.

2) Some stories are laughably out of date. Best example was how to narrow the hood on a Blue-Box Wide Body GP-35 to scale width. Even Athearn doesn't use that shell anymore choosing an improved RPP shell.