Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Associate editor Cody Grivno shows you how to cut an stain strip wood for a model railroad project. Cody used these same techniques when scratchbuilding the freight house for the Model Railroader staff’s latest project layout. He’ll also show you some new model […]
Section: Codys Office
Modelers Spotlight Video–Inside Cody’s Office for May 2013
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page A variety of new model railroading products arrived in Cody’s Office this week, including an HO scale Z-8 Challenger from Sunset Models and a DCC-equipped Hi-Rail truck from Bachmann Trains. Associate editor Cody Grivno gives you a first look at both in this […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video–Inside Cody’s Office for March 7, 2013
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode of Cody’s Office you’ll see a selection of new model railroading products in HO and N scale, including an Athearn Genesis HO scale Missouri Pacific GP38-2. Follow associate editor Cody Grivno as he takes this SoundTraxx Digital Command Control (DCC) […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video–Inside Cody’s Office for January 31, 2013
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Learn some of the options available for cleaning the rails of model railroad track in this episode of Cody’s Office. Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno also shows you how to use track cleaning cars from Aztek and Centerline In addition you’ll see […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video–Inside Cody’s Office for December 20, 2012
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Associate editor Cody Grivno shares modeling tips and some of the latest hobby-related products to arrive at the Model Railroader offices. This month Cody will show you these handy specs from CraftOptics. They combine prescription lenses with magnifiers. You’ll also see new products […]
Video: Cody’s Office Trainfest 2012 special report part 1
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page On November 10-11, 2012, the Model Railroader staff attended Trainfest 2012. Many model railroading manufacturers were there to showcase their latest products. See highlights from the show as associate editor Cody Grivno interviews representatives from Athearn, Bachmann, Woodland Scenics, Kato USA, and Walthers. […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video: Inside Cody’s Office for September 6, 2012
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Back after traveling to the National Train Show, Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno will show you a selection of the latest model railroad products to arrive at the Model Railroader offices. In addition, you’ll see and hear a demonstration of a new […]
Video: National Train Show Report part 1
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page On August 3-5, 2012, members of the Model Railroader staff attended the National Train Show in Grand Rapids, Mich. The show took place at the end of the National Model Railroad Association’s national convention week. In part 1, you’ll see associate editor […]
Video: National Train Show Report part 1
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page On August 3-5, 2012, members of the Model Railroader staff attended the National Train Show in Grand Rapids, Mich. The show took place at the end of the National Model Railroad Association’s national convention week. In part 1, you’ll see associate editor […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video–Inside Cody’s Office for April 26, 2012
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Follow associate editor Cody Grivno as he shows you how to make a model railroad scenery base using cardboard strips and plaster cloth. You’ll also see the latest model railroading products to arrive at the Model Railroader offices, including an HO scale […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video–Inside Cody’s Office for March 15, 2012
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page A portable air compressor is a useful tool for airbrushing projects, especially those on a model train layout. Watch as Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you how to connect your airbrush to an air compressor and describes the fittings needed. Cody […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Cody’s Office for February 2, 2012
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Get a look at the new HO scale GP7 from Athearn Trains, Building a Model Railroad Step by Step from Kalmbach Books, and other new model railroad products with Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno. Cody and managing editor David Popp will also […]