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General tips information and discussion of modeling techniques.

  1. Go to first new post Wondering how much landscape Material might be needed for a layout?

    Hello all, what I am doing is trying to buy most of the materials for constructing my layout before construction next year. I just got the Quad's for...

    Started by Newbie51, Yesterday 05:43 PM
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  2. Free MR Newsletter Article: “Lost art of soldering”

    The current issue of the MR Newsletter contains the “free” article: Lost art of soldering The link above will take you to a short introduction...

    Started by BryanC, Today 10:55 AM
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  3. Signs in Windows

    I'm trying to find a way to place custom signs in the window of a storefront. Every method I can come up with has issues, and are as follows: ...

    Started by InkBlot, Yesterday 12:50 PM
    sign, storefront, window
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  4. Weathering With Airbrush?

    Can you add weathering (like rust or Grime) to cars with an Airbrush?

    Started by 16marvigj, 10th May 2010 04:01 PM
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  5. Retaining walls

    I would like to see photos of your retaining walls with commentary on your building technique. I have an area coming off the top of my "Mountain"...

    Started by REM37411, 2nd Jun 2010 01:37 AM
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  6. How would you model this stream?

    These photos are of a stream near Mt. Sterling, KY. Note the layered slabs of rock. These that I was able to photograph are looking a little crummy,...

    Started by TwinDad, 1st Sep 2010 09:43 PM
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  7. Weathering Powders

    I've been looking into getting some weathering powders. Bragdon seems to be the standard but I notice Bar Mills carries some as well. Is there a...

    Started by Jazzbass01, 6th Aug 2010 11:34 AM
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  8. Free MR Newsletter Article: “Compact coved backdrop corners”

    The current issue of the MR Newsletter contains the “free” article: Compact coved backdrop corners The article is non-scale specific, is fairly...

    Started by BryanC, 20th Aug 2010 11:31 AM
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  9. Applying Decals

    This shouldn't be this hard, should it??? I'm finishing up the Walther's ADM Elevator, everything is airbrushed with PollyScale paint. Time...

    Started by Jazzbass01, 14th Aug 2010 12:28 PM
    air bubbles, applying decals, curling, decals
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    15th Aug 2010 12:27 PM Go to last post
  10. How Do You Make Street Markings?

    How do you make your street markings ... center lines, parking spaces, crosswalks, etc.? And, what your streets are made of? Mine will likely be...

    Started by musicman, 3rd Aug 2010 08:37 PM
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  11. Custom Grafitti

    Does anyone on this site do custom grafitti for a reasonable price. Here is the specific one I wanted. 7128

    Started by 16marvigj, 4th Aug 2010 10:10 PM
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  12. Egad, I can't use an airbrush!

    OK, so I got the compressor set up and tried airbrushing a flat teal on a picture frame for my wife. Ugh! I'm not getting it. I have the...

    Started by TwinDad, 8th Jun 2010 10:50 PM
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    23rd Jul 2010 11:38 AM Go to last post
  13. Free MR Newsletter Article: “Trees by the bucket”

    The current issue of the MR Newsletter contains the “free” article: Trees by the bucket. This article is actually based on a N scale layout! As...

    Started by BryanC, 26th Feb 2010 08:27 AM
    modeling a forest, trees
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    16th Jul 2010 09:21 AM Go to last post
  14. Backyard Pool

    I made this a couple of years ago, but since I’m new here I decided to share. It just sort of happened. I was running my trains when one of the...

    Started by Sleeper, 6th Jun 2010 10:47 PM
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  15. Walther’s Newsletter Modeling Tips & Tricks – “After the Rains”

    If you don’t receive it, Walther’s has a periodic newsletter which is basically used to announce new items – mostly HO, of course. However, it...

    Started by BryanC, 17th Jun 2010 01:32 PM
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  16. Anybody weather their track?

    I was going through YouTube videos on installing Code 55 Track just looking for any tips that I might not be aware off and I watched a video on...

    Started by Sleeper, 14th Jun 2010 07:42 PM
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  17. Thumbs up $5 (or less) Static Grass Applicator!

    I made my static grass applicator this evening. As usual I got so caught up in working on it I didn't take photos until it was finished.:o All I...

    Started by Sherman, 1st Apr 2010 09:14 PM
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    16th Jun 2010 06:49 PM Go to last post
  18. Poll Poll: Backdrops!

    I would like to know what you guys use for a backdrop! As always, pictures are appreciated!

    Started by REM37411, 5th Jun 2010 09:33 PM
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  19. Gotta Start Somewhere, Right?

    While I'm in the beginning (I haven't even decided on a track plan yet! :rolleyes:) stages of my layout I've been collecting some of the buildings...

    Started by landscaping wiz 808, 7th Jun 2010 08:03 PM
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    9th Jun 2010 01:39 AM Go to last post
  20. Cornerstone 2 Stall Engine House

    I picked this kit up last week. I was ready to dullcoate the walls before starting the construction, but I spray on my balcony and it was too cold...

    Started by oldnslow, 8th May 2010 09:44 PM
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    2nd Jun 2010 06:52 PM Go to last post
  21. Collapsed/decrepit buildings

    There is a good thread over on my favorite motorcycle forum where riders are posting their best photos of buildings on the edge of complete ruin,...

    Started by ddold, 26th Apr 2010 07:39 PM
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    1st Jun 2010 10:53 AM Go to last post
  22. What brand paint is close to the old "flowquil" brand

    Hi, I have a few older wood sided box cars and a wood sided caboose I'd like to repaint. I have already stripped the factory finish off down to the...

    Started by rack776, 6th Apr 2010 03:25 PM
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    28th May 2010 10:13 AM Go to last post
  23. Lumber Yard

    How would I make a lumber yard with a spur simlar to the one a couple of miles from my house, pictured in an arial photo below? 2485

    Started by 16marvigj, 15th May 2010 01:18 PM
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    19th May 2010 09:59 PM Go to last post
  24. Airbrush Question

    I tried my new 1982 Badger model 200 with water. nothing came out the tip except for occasionally a single stream of water. is this supposed to...

    Started by 16marvigj, 10th May 2010 05:43 PM
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    18th May 2010 10:24 PM Go to last post
  25. Ethonal Plant

    How would I make an ethonal plant simlar to the Walthers HO kit? I need all buildings required!

    Started by 16marvigj, 4th May 2010 04:15 PM
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    18th May 2010 07:47 AM Go to last post

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