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Toy Train Basics: Cleaning track and wheels
Aug 19, 2018

Toy Train Basics: Cleaning track and wheels

MRVP’s Jenny Freeland shares insights on how to properly clean O gauge track in this continuing video series from Classic Toy…

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Making movies without a video camera
Oct 21, 2016

Making movies without a video camera

GoPro cameras, cell-phone cameras, and video-capable DSLR cameras are everywhere. This column will review a dozen examples of video technique…

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Early catalogues from the Baldwin Locomotive Works
Dec 25, 2015

Early catalogues from the Baldwin Locomotive Works

Here are some additional interesting details from three early Baldwin catalogues in my collection, plus some more info about the…

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Toy Train Basics: Changing traction tires
Sep 19, 2015

Toy Train Basics: Changing traction tires

Classic Toy Trains magazine Editor Hal Miller demonstrates his quick and easy techniques for replacing those worn out rubber traction…

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How to adjust wheelsets on model trains
Mar 19, 2014

How to adjust wheelsets on model trains

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page If you have trouble with your rolling stock…

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Most Common Adhesives and Glues for Model Railroading
Mar 19, 2014

Most Common Adhesives and Glues for Model Railroading

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page With such a wide array of materials used…

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Build a covered loading platform in 1:29 scale
Feb 21, 2014

Build a covered loading platform in 1:29 scale

Download the PDF of this project here. This PDF is formatted to print on your home printer. Most pieces are…

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Modeling damaged trees on your train layout
Feb 19, 2014

Modeling damaged trees on your train layout

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Add a touch of realism to your modeled…

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How to use ground foam in your model train layout
Jan 19, 2014

How to use ground foam in your model train layout

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page The wide array of scenery products available for…

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How to apply static grass to your model train layout
Nov 19, 2013

How to apply static grass to your model train layout

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Realistic model railroad scenery is much easier once…

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How to clean model train track
Oct 19, 2013

How to clean model train track

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Dirty track can take all the fun out…

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Download our scale and gauge chart
Sep 27, 2013

Download our scale and gauge chart

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