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Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode, Cody works to replace a faulty axle gear on an HO scale diesel locomotive. In the process of making the repair, he’ll also share how to properly lubricate the unit for optimal performance. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Cody puts the finishing touches on his Canadian Pacific SD60 locomotive by adding a blackwash to the fan screen and exhaust stack, and painting the couplers, truckside frames, and bearings. After showing how to reassemble the model, he takes it for a spin […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Too humid to paint? Even so, the sticky weather won’t keep Cody from using the downtime to work up some helpful hints for matching modeling paint colors. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Weathering effects can make a model appear as though it’s ridden the rails for a million miles or more. But what if you want to model a locomotive that’s relatively fresh from the shop? Let Cody show you quick and easy techniques that’ll […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Cody continues adding realistic weathering effects to a modern N scale locomotive – all without using an airbrush! Follow along as he shares tips and techniques for working with powders (see the December 2017 issue of Model Railroader magazine) to weather the unit from […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Host Cody Grivno shows how to install a DCC drop-in decoder into an N scale diesel locomotive. After finalizing the installation and programming, Cody reassembles the unit and then turns his attention to adding subtle weathering effects using paint and washes. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Don’t have an airbrush? Maybe you don’t need one? Host Cody Grivno shares his techniques for making a cylindrical hopper look good n’ grimy – all without using an airbrush! Follow along as he shares how to work with weathering powders and brushed-on paint […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode, host Cody Grivno presents his techniques for using an airbrush and water-slide decals to add realistic weathering effects to the five units of a Kato N scale articulated well car set. Along the way, he’ll also share plenty of modeling […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Cody continues working in his emergency grain car project. This time he’s showing a few more painting and weathering techniques used to give the plastic parts the look of real wood. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode, Cody demonstrates techniques for modeling old stock cars some railroads used in grain service. You’ll see how he first preps and primes the kit, before painting subtle weathering effects using a micro-brush. He also shows how to mask and then […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page It’s official – Cody’s Workshop has been rebooted! In this MRVP exclusive series, Cody Grivno shares his techniques for making locomotives, freight cars, and structures look their best. In this return to the workbench, he’ll show you tips for weathering a cement hopper […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode, Cody shows how to use a Pelle Søeborg weathering technique to add realistic rust spots and scratches to a modern freight car. Plus, he shares a handy use for a nifty new sanding tool. Cody also answers viewer questions, including […]
