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Fellow modelers: It's been a while since I used Walthers Code 83. I'm drawing a plan for a friend with Cadrail, and if using the following turnouts in a yard, what centerlines would be recommended: #5 - I'm used to 2" #6 - Cadrail says I need to trim the #6's to fit Any help...

MODEL Ed: Nice work. What model (MDC, etc.) is that from? It looks like a nice car to duplicate. Which decals did you use? Mike:p :p :p :)

NEED HELP? Tivo: Ambitious project, you have more daring than I do. My friend (Dan Raitz - on this forum) has kitbashed more diesels than I can remember. Check with him if you need advice, he might be able to assist you. Mike

Shamus and group: Having been a DCC user for some time now, I think that it is an excellent idea. However, I've been reading data from other forums (Yahoo), and it is my observation that the guys on this forum are a lot friendlier and more down to earth. There are some good people on the...

Check out this website: www.tlhscenics.com This fellow has an excellent mortar wash, that doesn't require wiping after application. He has it in light gray, dark gray, tan, and a brick color. I just purchased several bottles ($4.50 each) and he also has a general weathering and rust...

Bridge type One of the things described in Mallery's Book, is an engineering principle called "Cooper Loading". IN essence, the length, weight of average tonnage using the bridge, and the availability of material can dictate these design principles. It also might be determined by what it is...

Fellows: Here in Longview, TX, we still see quite a few painted in SP livery. Most of the ones I've seen have the UP yellow patch on the cab with the number on top, but we still get quite a few thru trains with original SP/SSW paint and markings. Observation and memory wise, I think I've...

MAINLINE ON PENINSULA Looking at your peninsula (one w/helper pocket), you may will have crews walking from one side back to the other if you use walkaround. If you use a reverse curve, and keep the flow from right to left, it will correct that problem. Overall, the plan looks alright, but...

Politically Correct Hi guys; Without offending anyone, the only reason smoking came up with most of the groups/clubs I was involved with, was that it became both a health issue for the non-smokers and the fact that it left a residue after awhile on everything around it. I operated once with...

PECO Thanks for the reply. It's not even on their website. Happy New Year!!! Mike:cool: ;) :p

NICE LAYOUT Although I'm in HO, I recognize good modeling when I see it. The trestle looks good. The control panel looks awesome; however, couldn't you at least tangle up those wires a little more. Looks like my type of work. Tongue in Cheek. No really, great work and wish you luck...

Decal SOlution Guys: There is a solution to preserve the decal before you apply it. My friend (custom painter) uses Microscale MI-12 and airbrushes it (or brush if small decal) over the decal. Once dry, this provides an additional stable base for the decal. The main idea here is to get...

For all of us modelers out there, just remember: "We may have to get older, but we sure as heck don't have to grow up!!!" That's why model railroading exists to have fun with. Have a happy and safe holiday. Mike:cool: :cool:

PECO CURVED TURNOUT As far as I've been able to determine, the ST-242/243 curved turnouts (HO) are approximately a 22"R/19.5" radius. If anyone knows that the radius is for the ST-240/241 is, I sure would appreciate an answer. Happy Holidays. Mike:D

NEW GUY I'm new to the group, and you all have excellent ideas to separate the main from sidings and industries. The only think I can add, is you want to take care not to have too much vertical curve built in (you will end up with different heights on the couplers and your cars will...

Another use for corn syrup I thought your industries made sense, except the grain elevator would usually receive empties. For the corn syrup guys, there was an article in Mainline Modeler (sometime within last 2 years) of an industry easily modeled: - it consists mainly of a siding for...