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Q: I would like to add red and green lights to my HO scale Peco turnouts. How would I use…
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Locomotive disassembly essentials: Locomotive disassembly is an essential skill to learn. Follow along to learn how to disassemble and reassemble…
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Cody discusses the nail hole pattern on Atlas code 100 track, and provides insights into the structure of Atlas code…
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Counting articulateds, compounds, and foreign steam locomotives, there are more than 90 steam engine wheel arrangements listed in the Whyte…
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Q: Why do some railroads use concrete ties versus wood ties? I live near Altoona, Pa., where the Norfolk Southern…
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Q: Has Model Railroader ever done a feature on modeling a cereal plant such as Kellogg’s or Post? I’m building…
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Cody explains how to properly model a woodchip gondola unloader, through kitbashing, custom building, and a Walthers rotary dumper kit.…
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Cody addresses the difference in price between manufacturers in model railroading, and what the different lines offered by certain manufacturers…
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Cody answers how to scratchbuild right-of-way details for model railroading. Are you looking to learn more about your model railroad,…
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Q: I was wondering, what would be a great way to get started in N scale? I have modeled in…
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Seven ways to uncouple model railroad train cars on tracks: Automatic knuckle couplers look great, and they make coupling cars…
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In this article we’ll look at five ways to clean track. If you want to get a lively debate started…
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