Eric White’s Sidetrack ship project has now sailed into the safe harbor of his basement. Follow along as he continues working to equip the painted HO scale tugboat kit with the proper nautical trim and details. […]
Section: Modeling
Rehab My Railroad Sidetrack: Building a tugboat, Part 3
Eric White’s Sidetrack ship project has now sailed into the safe harbor of his basement. Follow along as he continues working to equip the painted HO scale tugboat kit with the proper nautical trim and details. […]
MRVP Insider: MRVP Underground with David Popp, Episode 20 — More electrifying insights
Host David Popp still has plenty more to address regarding the wiring of his Olympia Logging Co. On 30 layout! So it’s a good thing that MRVP’s Gerry Leone is back (via virtual meeting) to provide a few tips while David powers up his final push to make all of the right connections. […]
Spaces To Places II: Building Eagle Lake, Part 4 Finishing details
Details are what make any scene on a model railroad come alive! In the final installment of this mini-series, Gerry Leone works to add those to his streets, sidewalks, and storefronts of Eagle Lake. Watch to see how Gerry arranges components on the workbench, before they all come together on the layout. […]
How-To Library: Spaces To Places II: Building Eagle Lake, Part 4 Finishing details
Details are what make any scene on a model railroad come alive! In the final installment of this mini-series, Gerry Leone works to add those to his streets, sidewalks, and storefronts of Eagle Lake. Watch to see how Gerry arranges components on the workbench, before they all come together on the layout. […]
How-to Library: Working with cloth shell scenery
Noted narrow gauge modeler Gregg Condon shares his easy approach to building model railroad scenery without using plaster. In this how-to video, Gregg demonstrates just how simple it is to combine carved foamboard, cloth shapes, and adhesive caulk to make realistic model railroad landforms. […]
How-to Library: Working with cloth shell scenery
Noted narrow gauge modeler Gregg Condon shares his easy approach to building model railroad scenery without using plaster. In this how-to video, Gregg demonstrates just how simple it is to combine carved foamboard, cloth shapes, and adhesive caulk to make realistic model railroad landforms. […]
The HO scale Midwest & Southern Atlantic Railroad
Dale Martell’s HO scale Midwest & Southern Atlantic fits a variety of 1950s scenes into a compact 8 x 22-foot space. In this short video, watch trains run along the M&SA main line. […]
The Hills Line with James McNab: The magic of mockups, Episode 2
Contributing Editor James McNab launches into his new, Hills Line HO scale layout development. In this episode, he focuses on establishing a practical footprint for the various rail-served complexes and industries that help keep the wheels of commerce (and railroad operation) turning. Don’t miss James’ take on making short-term structures with a purpose! […]
The Hills Line with James McNab: The magic of mockups, Episode 2
Contributing Editor James McNab launches into his new, Hills Line HO scale layout development. In this episode, he focuses on establishing a practical footprint for the various rail-served complexes and industries that help keep the wheels of commerce (and railroad operation) turning. Don’t miss James’ take on making short-term structures with a purpose! […]
Rehab My Railroad: Ready for roadbed, Episode 5
Before any of the trackwork can be added to the MR&T HO scale layout renovation project, David and Cody must first install the underlying roadbed. Follow along, as the two demonstrate some of their quick tips for working with cork roadbed products. Of course, they also have plenty of other insights to share about fascia […]
Rehab My Railroad: Ready for roadbed, Episode 5
Before any of the trackwork can be added to the MR&T HO scale layout renovation project, David and Cody must first install the underlying roadbed. Follow along, as the two demonstrate some of their quick tips for working with cork roadbed products. Of course, they also have plenty of other insights to share about fascia […]