I used to stop by Longs when I drove up that way for business. When the manager who started the model trains section that took up at least 15% of...
I paint all my landscape, including rock molds with the basic earth color first. After drying I use craft paints available at craft stores such as...
Model. I agree with Alan, the snow is coarse, therefore we're looking at a photo background. But that doesn't mean I don't want to know how this...
If it's design parameters you need, the Northern Virginia N TRAK club started oNeTRAK as far as I know. You'll find a ton of information on their...
My experience with BLW is that I got the big stuff quickly but not the smaller items, nor anything that has to be ordered, even though you have...
I'm a solo operator too at this point and I have various widths on my layout. Ideally 36" works the best for me, not only for the room it provides...
Matthew, even up close they look great. What did you use for the number boards? Mike Cannone San Diego, CA
With regard to trains-only hobby shops, I can only look for service and knowledgable staff. Unfortunately, price isn't going to be the big...
NCE for ease of use.
Yep, that's what I used too. The guard rails snuggle up perfectly next to the regular rail's molded spikes which works out to be just the right...
I too had many more projects at hand than time to complete them. I learned a valuable lesson: don't buy too far ahead of my ability to construct...
Paul, the bridge looks great. Nice job. The guard rail size seems to be connected with following the prototype. According to Micro Engineering...
If you want to maintain a number in the prototypical range for that type of equipment then buy a number decal sheet, consult one of the web pages...
Nice job on the locomotive. Looks good in BN green. Watch out - detailing can become addictive! Mike Cannone San Diego
Most have radio options. For a sampling of systems and comparisons, etc. go to Tony's Train Exchange at http://www.ttx-dcc.com Yes, power is...
Alan, nice! Now I know how to find where with the rails are out of gauge inside my tunnel! Mike Cannone San Diego
OK, just posted some more photos of my layout at http://photos.yahoo.com/mfiles269 You're making me show my warts. The intermodal yard isn't done...
Paul, what did you use as a scale on MS paint. Can't seem to find anything to help keep the plan in proportion? BTW, all the track is laid (is it...
I've seen some well done track plans on many web sites and now I'd like to draw my track plan electronically if possible but I don't know how to...
Rett, you're right - I did sell some of my N scale stuff on eBay. The USPS makes money on Priority Mail but not on parcel post. I purchased a lot...
