Basic Training: Cementing plastic parts

Hand applying adhesive to plastic part

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Whether you’ve never built a plastic kit or you’ve assembled several, this video is for you. Cody takes you through the steps to clean up, fit, and cement plastic kit parts like a pro. […]

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How to cement plastic parts

Hand applying adhesive to plastic part

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Whether you’ve never built a plastic kit or you’ve assembled several, this video is for you. Cody takes you through the steps to clean up, fit, and cement plastic kit parts like a pro. […]

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A new landmark for railroad workers

FULL SCREEN Phil Sullivan A heavy-duty crane is ready to lift the statue of Luther G. Smith, founder of the Brotherhood’s Relief & Compensation Fund, to its position in the plaza at the B&O Railroad Museum. FULL SCREEN B&O Railroad Museum Officers of the BR&CF, working full time in the organization’s headquarters in Harrisburg, Pa., […]

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Lionel O gauge Baldwin RF-16 diesel set

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Let me start out by saying that I’m a fan of the Baldwin RF-16. I even own two sets by Williams (yes, both New York Central). The sharp, jutting nose reminds me of the days when airliners had three rudders and autos had fins. Even 59 years after the last was built, I think they […]

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O gauge GE Evolution hybrid locomotive by MTH

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Real railroading marches onward to find more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly locomotion to cut pollution and add Benjamins to the bottom line. As these new locomotives have a toehold in the marketplace, O gauge manufacturers like MTH Electric Trains have responded quickly to the changing face of the industry. The General Electric (GE) Hybrid Evolution […]

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New products for August 16, 2012

Woodland Scenics HO scale Buzzs Saw Mill

HO scale locomotives Electro-Motive Division GP15-1 diesel locomotive. New paint scheme: Burlington Northern (1991 scheme). Three numbers each. Five-pole skew-wound motor and dual flywheels, see-through etched-metal details, and McHenry scale magnetic knuckle couplers. Direct-current model, $189.98; with SoundTraxx Digital Command Control sound decoder, $289.98. March 2013. Genesis series. Athearn Trains, 310-763-7140, www.athearn.com Electro-Motive Division SD70M-2 […]

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Atlas Model Railroad Co. HO scale 50-foot Berwick boxcar

Atlas Model Railroad Co. HO scale 50-foot Berwick boxcar

Atlas Model Railroad Co. HO scale 50-foot Berwick boxcar Price: $28.95 (undecorated, $24.95) ManufacturerAtlas Model Railroad Co.378 Florence Ave.Hillside, NJ 07205www.atlasrr.com Comments: Atlas has added the Berwick Forge & Fabricating 50-foot boxcar to its Master Line of ready-to-run rolling stock. The model, originally offered as a kit by Branchline Trains, features factory-installed wire grab irons, […]

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Wheels of Time N scale baggage-express car

Wheels of Time N scale baggage-express car

Wheels of Time N scale baggage-express car A 70-foot express car with molded and separate underbody details, positionable doors, and metal wheelsets is the latest offering from Wheels of Time. The ready-to-run car is available in more than 20 road names and in multiple road numbers (see manufacturer’s website). Our review sample is decorated for […]

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