Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode, host David Popp returns to a topic first addressed in the May 2018 show. Who knew there are so many ways to bend styrene? David demonstrates some of your suggestions, and then turns to other topics related to T-Trak modules, […]
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Ask MRVP: Episode 35
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode, host David Popp returns to a topic first addressed in the May 2018 show. Who knew there are so many ways to bend styrene? David demonstrates some of your suggestions, and then turns to other topics related to T-Trak modules, […]
New model trains for the week of April 5, 2018
HO scale locomotives Electro-Motive Division SD40-2 diesel locomotive. Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe (“Kodachrome” scheme, four road numbers); BNSF Ry. (Heritage III scheme, four numbers [two each with 88” and 123” nose]); Norfolk Southern (high short hood, two numbers); RJ Corman (three numbers, two with 88” nose and one with 123” nose), and Union Pacific […]
N scale model train layout overview in 4K
I bought a new Panasonic 4K video camera and decided to test it on my N scale model railroad. This train layout is being built to represent the Union Railroad of Pittsburgh. In this video, I show my progress as I am currently modeling the year 1949 with my Bachmann 2-6-0 with DCC. The track […]
N scale model train layout overview in 4K
I bought a new Panasonic 4K video camera and decided to test it on my N scale model railroad. This train layout is being built to represent the Union Railroad of Pittsburgh. In this video, I show my progress as I am currently modeling the year 1949 with my Bachmann 2-6-0 with DCC. The track […]
New model trains for the week of March 29, 2018
Atlas Model Railroad Co. HO scale AEM-7 electric locomotive HO scale locomotives AEM-7 electric locomotive. New road numbers: Amtrak (as delivered or Acela) and NJ Transit. Three numbers each. New fictional paint schemes: Milwaukee Road, Pennsylvania RR, and Reading Co. Two road numbers each. Operating pantographs, separately applied wire grab irons, and Accumate couplers. Direct-current […]
Canadian Canyons Series: Part 33 – Flexible foam and rubber rocks
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Looking to add a detailed rock face in a space that’s tall, narrow, and situated along a curved track section? In this episode of the N scale Canadian Canyons Series, Kent Johnson shows he’s up to the challenge as he demonstrates how to […]
Canadian Canyons Series: Part 33 – Flexible foam and rubber rocks
Looking to add a detailed rock face in a space that’s tall, narrow, and situated along a curved track section? In this episode of the N scale Canadian Canyons Series, Kent Johnson shows he’s up to the challenge as he demonstrates how to use flexible foam and rubber products to model rocks formations in a […]
Grandt Line to close
Grandt Line, a manufacturer of architectural details, structure kits, and freight cars in several popular modeling scales, will close in June after more than 60 years in business. The company was founded by the late Cliff Grandt in the San Francisco bay area. His children Dave, Liz, and Phyllis operated the business after Cliff’s passing […]
New model trains for the week of March 22, 2018
Atlas Model Railroad Co HO scale Electro-Motive Division GP39-2 diesel locomotive HO scale locomotives Electro-Motive Division GP39-2 diesel locomotive. New paint schemes: Wisconsin & Southern (35th anniversary lettering, one road number), CSX (dark blue and yellow), Delaware & Hudson (blue, gray, and yellow), Reading Co. (green and yellow), and Union Pacific (red sill stripe). Two […]
Cody’s Workshop: Episode 25 – Tips for applying powdered pastels
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 […]
Cody’s Workshop: Episode 25 – Tips for applying powdered pastels
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 […]