Ask MRVP: Episode 47

David stands at a counter while wearing a green wig and has a bowl of candy bars in front of him.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page It’s all tips or tricks in this October edition of Ask MRVP! David Popp addresses inquiries related to trackwork, wiring, mortar lines on structures, N scale gasoline service trucks, sound effects, whistle posts, and more! […]

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Off The Rails: Get Your Kinks, Episode 43

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 43

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page The Kinks are back in vogue! This time, host Gerry Leone looks at a few of the vintage MR “Construction Kinks” suggestions that flopped, and other tips that have withstood the test of time. […]

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Truck’s Toy Trains: Episode 7 Colber Accessories

Metal toy train bridges.

In this episode, Colber railroad accessories are the focus of John Truckenbrod analysis. He’ll explore how these American-made products shared similarities with Lionel offerings of the same period. Plus, Taylor joins John to examine a 1920 Lionel Corporation artifact with an intriguing backstory! […]

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Video: HO scale Denver & Rio Grande Western

David Powell's HO scale Denver & Rio Grande Western model railroad

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Featured in Great Model Railroads 2020, David Powell’s HO scale Denver & Rio Grande Western layout models the majestic Rocky Mountains in only 13 x 18 feet. Watch trains run along the main line in this short video tour.   […]

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Video: On30 Sandy River & Rangeley Lakes

a scene from Lou Sassi's On30 Sandy River & Rangeley Lakes model railroad

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Contributing editor Lou Sassi models north-central Maine in the 1930s on his 7 x 16-foot On30 Sandy River & Rangeley Lakes model train layout. Featured in Great Model Railroads 2020, the layout features superdetailed scenes and equipment. […]

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