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Ask Trains.com compilation May 2023 part one

Ask Trains.com compilation May 2023 part one

Ask Trains.com compilation May 2023 part one: In this painting-themed installment, Cody Grivno answers viewer...

Ask Trains.com compilation April 2023 part two

Ask Trains.com compilation April 2023 part two

Ask Trains.com compilation April 2023 part two: Cody Grivno answers reader questions regarding illustrations of...

Ask Trains.com compilation April 2023

Ask Trains.com compilation April 2023

In the Ask Trains.com compilation for April, Cody is joined by Model Railroader's Bryson Sleppy...

Why do some intermodal cars have different support wheels?

Why do some intermodal cars have different support wheels?

Cody Grivno discusses the Rochelle, IL webcam, and the reason why some intermodal cars feature...

Are home-mixed wood stains better for modeling than commercial stains?

Are home-mixed wood stains better for modeling than commercial stains?

Cody Grivno compares home-mixed wood stains and their commercially-available counterparts, talks about his experiences using...

What scale is the Bullseye Drill and Tap Jig set compatible with?

What scale is the Bullseye Drill and Tap Jig set compatible with?

Cody answers a reader's question regarding what scales and models the Bullseye Drill and Tap...

Are DCC locomotives compatible with DC layouts?

Are DCC locomotives compatible with DC layouts?

Cody Grivno addresses whether DCC-equipped locomotives can be ran on DC layouts without damaging the...

How can I verify track voltage?

How can I verify track voltage?

Cody Grivno discusses the Model Rectifier Controlmaster V, and how model railroaders can verify track...

What’s the best way to turn around a train on a small layout?

What’s the best way to turn around a train on a small layout?

Cody Grivno and Eric White discuss the best way to turn around a train on...

Where could I find Delaware, Lackawanna & Western MU cars?

Where could I find Delaware, Lackawanna & Western MU cars?

Cody Grivno discusses where a reader might find HO scale Delaware, Lackawanna & Western MU...

How do I convert a Mikado tender for track-power pickup?

How do I convert a Mikado tender for track-power pickup?

Cody Grivno discusses how to convert an HO scale IHC Mikado tender for track-power pickup....

Ask Trains.com compilation March 2023

Ask Trains.com compilation March 2023

Ask Trains.com compilation March 2023: In the March compilation, Cody answers viewer questions about topics...

Ask Trains.com compilation February 2023

Ask Trains.com compilation February 2023

Ask Trains.com compilation February 2023: In this new format for Ask Trains.com, Cody addresses reader...

Have railroads considered side-view or backup cameras on locomotives?

Have railroads considered side-view or backup cameras on locomotives?

Have railroads considered side-view or backup cameras on locomotives? Cody discusses locomotive-mounted cameras, their purpose,...

How are repairs performed in remote areas?

How are repairs performed in remote areas?

How are repairs performed in remote areas? Cody discusses how railroad repairs are performed in...

How is plywood shipped by rail?

How is plywood shipped by rail?

How is plywood shipped by rail? Cody discusses how plywood is shipped by rail. Looking...

What instrument would have been used as a railroad dinner chime?

What instrument would have been used as a railroad dinner chime?

What instrument would have been used as a railroad dinner chime? Cody answers a reader's...

Can you help find a specific X-Acto cutting mat?

Can you help find a specific X-Acto cutting mat?

Can you help find a specific X-Acto cutting mat?: Cody helps a viewer find a...

How do I find out of production locomotive wheelsets?

How do I find out of production locomotive wheelsets?

How do I find out of production locomotive wheelsets? Cody provides tips for finding out...

What are the purposes of locomotive lights?

What are the purposes of locomotive lights?

What are the purposes of locomotive lights?: Cody discusses the various lights present on diesel...