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Ask Trains.com compilation April 2023
In the Ask Trains.com compilation for April, Cody is joined by Model Railroader's Bryson Sleppy...
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Why do some intermodal cars have different support wheels?
Cody Grivno discusses the Rochelle, IL webcam, and the reason why some intermodal cars feature...
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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...
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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...
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![Are DCC locomotives compatible with DC layouts?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/MV2186_ASK_0323_Q151_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
Are DCC locomotives compatible with DC layouts?
Cody Grivno addresses whether DCC-equipped locomotives can be ran on DC layouts without damaging the...
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How can I verify track voltage?
Cody Grivno discusses the Model Rectifier Controlmaster V, and how model railroaders can verify track...
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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...
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![Where could I find Delaware, Lackawanna & Western MU cars?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/MV2183_ASK_0323_Q148_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
Where could I find Delaware, Lackawanna & Western MU cars?
Cody Grivno discusses where a reader might find HO scale Delaware, Lackawanna & Western MU...
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![How do I convert a Mikado tender for track-power pickup?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/MV2182_ASK_0323_Q147_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
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....
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Ask Trains.com compilation March 2023
Ask Trains.com compilation March 2023: In the March compilation, Cody answers viewer questions about topics...
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Ask Trains.com compilation February 2023
Ask Trains.com compilation February 2023: In this new format for Ask Trains.com, Cody addresses reader...
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![Have railroads considered side-view or backup cameras on locomotives?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MV2101_ASK_0123_Q137_FullSized_Still-600x338.jpg)
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,...
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How are repairs performed in remote areas?
How are repairs performed in remote areas? Cody discusses how railroad repairs are performed in...
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![How is plywood shipped by rail?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MV2099_ASK_0123_Q135_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
How is plywood shipped by rail?
How is plywood shipped by rail? Cody discusses how plywood is shipped by rail. Looking...
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![What instrument would have been used as a railroad dinner chime?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MV2098_ASK_0123_Q134_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
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...
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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...
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![How do I find out of production locomotive wheelsets?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MV2096_ASK_0123_Q132_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
How do I find out of production locomotive wheelsets?
How do I find out of production locomotive wheelsets? Cody provides tips for finding out...
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![What are the purposes of locomotive lights?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MV2095_ASK_0123_Q131_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
What are the purposes of locomotive lights?
What are the purposes of locomotive lights?: Cody discusses the various lights present on diesel...
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![Why is the nail hole pattern on Atlas code 100 track assymetrical?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MV2094_ASK_0123_Q130_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
Why is the nail hole pattern on Atlas code 100 track assymetrical?
Cody discusses the nail hole pattern on Atlas code 100 track, and provides insights into...
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![What is a double barrel hopper train?](https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MV2093_ASK_0123_Q129_FullSize_Still-600x338.jpg)
What is a double barrel hopper train?
Cody explains the double barrel hopper train with input from Trains Magazine columnist Bill Stephens. Are...
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