Ask MRVP: Episode 23

David Popp standing next to a table with model railroading supplies and products.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page There’s a lot on the table in this episode of Ask MRVP! Host David Popp really does have a small bistro table loaded with reference he’ll use to answer your questions this month. He’ll address Model Railroader Video Plus subscriber inquiries related to […]

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Ask MRVP: Episode 23

David Popp standing next to a table with model railroading supplies and products.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page There’s a lot on the table in this episode of Ask MRVP! Host David Popp really does have a small bistro table loaded with reference he’ll use to answer your questions this month. He’ll address Model Railroader Video Plus subscriber inquiries related to […]

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Rainy day fun

A day on Gary's always evolving O scale layout

Name:    Gary Pearsall Railroad Name:    Gary’s always evolving O scale layout. Location:    Gig Harbor, WA Scale:    O scale Description:    Rainy day fun. It is almost as much fun to clean track, dust and move things around as running trains some days. This is what I accomplished on this rainy Saturday. Take a look. […]

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How-to Library: Airbrushing with Aaron – Episode 4, Basic Painting

Aaron Skinner in an airbrushing studio.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page   FineScale Modeler senior editor Aaron Skinner demonstrates basic techniques for painting with an airbrush. Before walking step-by-step through the painting process, Aaron first shows how to clean and prep plastic models. […]

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How-to Library: Airbrushing with Aaron – Episode 4, Basic Painting

Aaron Skinner in an airbrushing studio.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page   FineScale Modeler senior editor Aaron Skinner demonstrates basic techniques for painting with an airbrush. Before walking step-by-step through the painting process, Aaron first shows how to clean and prep plastic models. […]

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Olympia 2, The Log Blog: Part 3 – Layout legs and groundhogs

In this episode, David Popp attaches legs to the extension of our Olympia Logging Co. On30 display-style layout. Follow David as he shares a few helpful construction tips and tricks he’s learned along the way. Plus, you’ll also get a weather prediction from Ginger the “Groundhog”! […]

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Olympia 2, The Log Blog: Part 2 – All cards on the table

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page MRVP’s David Popp keeps the banter rolling as he plans the next phase of the Olympia Logging Co. On30 display-style layout. Follow David as he plots out the design on an old farmhouse kitchen table. […]

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O gauge LionChief Plus EMD GP20 by Lionel

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O gauge LionChief Plus EMD GP20 by Lionel Price: $339.95 (no. 82172) Min Curve: O-31 Cmd Low: 2.32 smph Cnv Low: 3.7 smph High: 80.8 smph Drawbar pull: 1 lb., 11 oz. Features: Two can-style motors, LionChief Plus command system, RailSounds RC sound system, fan-driven smoke unit, coil couplers (operable only with remote), command- or […]

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Ask MRVP: Episode 22

David Popp coming out of the MR&T layout room with his hands in the air and a scary expression on his face.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Back to business! Host David Popp has swapped out his Hawaiian shirt for an MR shop apron and a long list of your questions to answer. This month, hobby-related inquiries cover wiring concerns, trackwork troubles, scenery material selection, plus skirts and pan flutes. […]

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