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    Interiior building lighting

    I would like to install an intreior light in some buildings (train station). I am using ) scale. I'd apprediate any recommendations on how to provide lighting. I don't know what bulbs to use, where to get them, if I should use the train transformer or a seperate transformer, et c. Thanks!
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    intrterior lighting for 0 scale buildings

    I'm making a train station from a nice wood kit. I'd like to install interior ligting. Any advice from someone experienced in doing this would be appreciated.
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    Wiring basics - help needed

    I am using atlas 3 rail track. When I connect a transformed which terminal connects to the middle rail? Also, when I install a siding which rail should have the insulted connector so I can control it independent of the main track. I also find the terminology of common confusing. A simple...
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    Any recent mth steam locomotives run on 027

    Does anyone know of mth steam locomotives thay will operate on 027 track? ThANKS!
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    what track should i use?

    I'm going to but tracks for 0 scale layout. What is recommended as far as realism, quality and price? It will be three rail with a phanthom rail in the middle. Thanks!
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    how to model wetlands - 0 scale

    I'd like to have a train go along a wetlands - water, cattails- any ideas on how to do this. Thanks
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    Need ideas for new 0 scale layout

    I'd appreciate any ideas that you offer. My table conssts of three pieces. From lsft to right- first piece is 3 x 8. Second piece is 4x5 and third piece is 4 x 5. I have 2 feet clear around the beyoundary. I like rivers, brudges
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    How can I make MTH Real TRAX quieter? Should I use it?

    Just planning my first layout and I have MTH Real trax. This is 0 scale. It seems that MTH Real Trax mounted on plywood is noisey on plywood . suggestions? Also, opinions on whether I should use real trax or switch to the standard rail.
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    Foam board instead of plywoow?

    Can I use foam board (blue, home depot) instead of plywood as a table? Anyone try it?
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    First attempt - need guidance

    This is my first attempt at a model rr - 0 scale. Two questions- 1. It seems the easiest way to start is with plywood on legs - I have mth real tracks- any suggestions on placing the track - should I also use something beneath the tracks to quiet the noise? 2. If I use widths of say a maximum...
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    how to Take apart MTH Passenger car

    I purchased 3 MTH passenger trains - 0 scale rugged rails. I'd like to take the car apart and add seated passengers. I tried taking the screw out from the bottom but it did not easily seperate. How does it come apar.