Scenery - Structures

Cascade Sub: Oakridge Terrain

Leaving Tunnel 22 trains enter Oakridge via a large sweeping curve that takes the mainline and passing siding near the backdrop. Within this "bubble" of track will reside a small residential area that will seek to capture the residential aspects of Oakridge with a few small homes and streets. As terrain development and scenery reached completion in Westfir, the neighborhood was my next area of focus.

railandsail's picture

Best Glue for Korber kits

I have a 5 stall HO scale Korber roundhouse that I am building (actually rebuilding), and I'm wondering what is the best glue to use?
 
I understand these are resin kits, and some styrene glues do not work. I am also not a big fan of AC glues.
 
I did recently find a good buy on Devcon epoxies from ACE hardware, and I figured these could be used for final assembly?
 

What is the best way to weather white-painted windows?

I am just completing the building of an N scale freight depot (Pola N209). I painted the windows white and they look pristine, like they've just come out of the factory. What is the best way to tone them down so that they look their age?

I should add that the windows are installed (but could be removed). They are not (yet?) glazed.

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What's on your workbench - May 2020

I'll get this rolling with a close up photo of a locomotive I'm doing a First Look on.... until I took a photo, I hadn't even noticed the 74V sign.

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Transfer Table / Transverser... in N?

 

I've been considering, for some time now, an engine facility on a T trak module (most likely a double, possibly a triple). Obviously T-Trak  modules aren't big enough for a turntable with more than  a few tracks, but a transfer table with 8-10 would fit quite nicely. I don't want a just a display piece though - I want it to operate.

Shedding for 2

A couple quickies to fill in some spots at the club.

steamhog's picture

square corners, CTC

Square corners satisfy.  The MicroMark gluing jig is a good base, and the Coffman right angle clamp works well with 1/8" masonite in two of the pictures below. ( both MRH sponsors )  

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Walthers Grade Crossing Signal Controller

Anyone know of one that operates on DCC operated layouts? 

https://www.walthers.com/grade-crossing-signal-controller

Thanks in advance,

Brad

 

 

 

Need Some Help with First Wood Kit Structure

I came to model railroading about 10 years ago, and I split my hobby time between model railroading, 2 other hobbies, and continuous renovations of our 170 year old house.  I also live in an area where the nearest other modellers are a couple of hours away.  So, I am not very long in the learning curve.  But I do still have a steady hand and good patience.

Mustang 61's picture

Industry question

Hi everyone,

         I’m planning on having two different types of sand loading on my layout, construction sand loaded by silo or front end loader, and special purpose sand, loaded from a covered silo. I guess what I’m asking is what would a specialize loading plant look like?? I know the loading site would be covered to keep moisture out of the covered hoppers, but I have no idea what the rest of the plant might look like. What should I be looking for??

Thanks, stay safe, Scott ????????


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