The Roundhouse, Episode 1

Scene of model mountains

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page A video talk show for model railroading? It’s crazy enough it just might work! Model Railroader managing editor Hal Miller is your host for The Roundhouse. In each episode, Hal brings in two guests and together they debate a series of questions. The […]

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The Roundhouse, Episode 2

Neil Besougloff

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In this video episode of The Roundhouse, host Hal Miller chats with guests Neil Besougloff and Dana Kawala about radio control operation, Digital Command Control, bomb-proof benchwork, and a lot more. Join in the fun by posting your thoughts on these questions in […]

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Thin Branch Series: Build a layout mock-up

David Popp holding a layout mockup.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Although track plans are fairly accurate, you don’t really know how a layout will turnout until you build it. In this video, we’ll show you a test step where you can build a mock-up using cardboard and track sections to see if it […]

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Basic Training: Cementing resin parts

Cody Grivno at his desk

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Many of today’s limited run models are made using resin. Although similar to plastic, resin requires different adhesives to assemble the parts. This video shows how to do the job using cyanoacrylate adhesive, commonly known as super glue. […]

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Basic Training: Model paints

Two bottles of model paint

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page There are many different paints available for modeling work, and in this video Cody Grivno explains the basics and uses of several common brands. […]

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Basic Training: Adhesives for modeling

Cody Grivno holding bottle of adhesive

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page What type of glue do you need for your models? That’s exactly what we cover in this video. From super glue to epoxy, we cover the basics of various modeling adhesives. […]

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PIKO large scale train set

Cody Grivno

Learn how to operate this large scale model train set with Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno. He’ll show you how to put together the track and attach the power pack that controls the locomotive. […]

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