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  1. Trying to figure out fields

    Hey guys, Getting back to the model after a bit of a hiatus (too hot). Here are some shots of my model of Hope BC as it progresses. Overall...

    Started by falter, 26th Aug 2010 01:42 AM
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  2. Scenery Critique? Ravine & Tunnel

    http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs206.ash2/46883_477416413664_625213664_6343700_574403_n.jpg I've been concentrating on scenery...

    Started by MetroRedLn, 2nd Sep 2010 05:27 AM
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    2nd Sep 2010 07:54 PM Go to last post
  3. Painting Tunnel Interiors?

    Do you paint your tunnel interiors/tunnel linings? Do you color them a dark color or the color of the appropriate rock?

    Started by MetroRedLn, 30th Aug 2010 06:30 AM
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  4. What building kit would you like to see?

    There are some good kits out there for N scale, but it seems like theres a few that would be nice. For one, a house that might fit in a more urban...

    Started by phildlight, 19th Jul 2010 09:34 PM
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  5. Making a river- album update

    I've finally gotten around to adding a couple of albums and actually putting some photos in them. One is for miscellaneous detailing projects and...

    Started by Sherman, 27th Aug 2010 09:08 PM
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  6. I caught some gremlins at work this morning!

    I got up a bit early this morning and decided to go see how my "concrete pad" for my maintenance shop was drying. I had a few pieces of rolling stock...

    Started by REM37411, 31st Aug 2010 10:57 AM
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  7. My first scratch built HDPG bridge in progress

    It's taken weeks (mostly because I wasn't getting to it), but I've carved the girders and the bottom brace-work for my HDPG bridge which will be...

    Started by falter, 16th Jul 2010 01:47 AM
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  8. Guitar Strings in N-Scale Model Railroading!

    I'm a musician, and I'm aware a few of you here are as well. Last night I was changing the strings on my electric guitar and one of my bass guitars,...

    Started by MetroRedLn, 23rd Jul 2010 05:13 PM
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  9. Question Question about using Foamular as a substrate

    Hey there folks. Thanks to everyone's help here, now that I have switched to Kato Unitrack my train is running well and I'm starting to think...

    Started by Chessack, 26th Aug 2010 09:16 AM
    foam insulation, hardshell, landscaping
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  10. Question about modifying BLMA's Yard Office

    Anyone know if this can be disassembled so that the brown parts could be painted a different color, especially if the window glazing can be removed? ...

    Started by Bronman, 8th Aug 2010 03:11 AM
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  11. Looking for modern vehicals?

    There are a couple of modern Ford F150's here on sale: http://www.walthers.com/exec/lastcall?scale=N

    Started by MooseID, 24th Aug 2010 03:49 PM
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  12. Show us your model bridges!

    I just thought it would be fun to share your bridges!

    Started by 16marvigj, 19th Aug 2010 01:53 PM
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  13. Layout Party 2010: Industrial park buildings for The Brisbane Southern

    http://www.sppss.com/trains/0080.jpg I'm finally getting a start on the Woods Furniture Co. and Sterling Consolidated Dairy kits I picked up weeks...

    Started by aussie, 15th Jul 2010 01:18 AM
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  14. Supplier for Walthers Cornerstone structures in Australia

    A question for Australian subscribers. Living in Perth, the choice of suitable structure kits from local hobby shops is a bit thin. Can anyone...

    Started by Chriski, 23rd Aug 2010 04:29 AM
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  15. Making Rocks

    I have made a few rocks using molds and Hydrocal and I must say they turned out fairly well however Hydrocal gets costly, Would I get pretty much the...

    Started by JohnMD, 22nd Aug 2010 10:35 AM
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  16. Question Model Power's N scale "Erie Station" kit - Info & Photos needed

    Hi I was considering the "Erie Station" kit http://www.internethobbies.com/modpownscale.html for my 1860s -1880s "Old West" style layout, I like...

    Started by rack776, 11th Aug 2010 04:45 PM
    erie station kit
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  17. Questions about using floor wax with future shine for modeling water

    Can floor wax with future shine be tinted before pouring? If so, what can you tint it with? Acrylic paint? Enamel paint? Water colors? Fabric...

    Started by Bronman, 8th Aug 2010 03:16 AM
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  18. Need bridge piers and abundments

    I need a set of 2 bridge piers and abundments the same hight as kato unitrack. I don't want to spend a fourtune on them. I would prefer cut stone

    Started by 16marvigj, 12th Aug 2010 04:12 PM
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  19. Layout Party- Summer 2010

    I'm going to try and get the small hill for my town built, the road and sidewalks installed and some of the buildings installed. I've attached...

    Started by Sherman, 15th Jul 2010 11:21 AM
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  20. Modeling a Quarry

    Some of you are aware that I plan on modeling a quarry. I have part of the main hole gouged out of my layout. I will post pics as I go along. ...

    Started by REM37411, 14th Jun 2010 07:39 PM
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  21. Smile possible new dockside build?

    check out the size of this little boatie. anyone fancy building the dockside for this?...

    Started by ozzie Bill., 10th Aug 2010 11:34 PM
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    12th Aug 2010 04:24 AM Go to last post
  22. Containers (Jars) for Scenery

    Hey nScalers, I found these containers at my local Dollar Tree store (we have three nearby, all three of them carry these). They have nice screw on...

    Started by Bronman, 10th Aug 2010 02:14 AM
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  23. Summer layout party 2010: Make a new industrial section

    I have a big bare spot I would like to fill in for the summer layout party. http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w112/taylureb/partyA.jpg ...

    Started by Taylure, 16th Jul 2010 12:53 PM
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  24. Anybody used Z-scale ballast from Highball?

    I figure the smaller the better, but I don't want it to turn out like powder. Should I stick with N-scale ballast or has anyone out there had success...

    Started by Dixieswitcher, 9th Jul 2010 03:11 PM
    ballast, ballasting
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    9th Aug 2010 10:22 PM Go to last post
  25. Elaboration on an underground station

    Hey guys... I was just reading Ddolds layout party thread on his underground station build and the first comment... This sparked the idea that I...

    Started by TrainNut K36, 16th Jul 2010 02:07 AM
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