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Hi Everyone... I would like to say thank you to the Gauge and the people in it that have helped me along the way. I live in a city of aprox. 100 000 ppl and out of that there are only a hand full of people that are interested in the hobby. Sad really. Anyhow, Thier are also some people who are...

Hi all, Just thought I would post an thread describing what I have decided on with my theme for a railroad. I was out talkin' to a model railroader friend of mine this evening and showing him my idea of a layout he suggested that if I amd going to run a shay (Bachman Spec.) Then perhaps it...

Hi Everyone... Well, I finally got my HO scale " L " shaped 7ft. x 9 1/2 ft benchwork constructed. The plywood is attached to the joists and I am without an idea for a track plan. My original plan was a total flop and had to abort the idea all together. If someone could help me out with...

Hi Group... Just purchased a TRIX Big Boy (UP) and noticed that the set of rods on the front of one side that power the wheels have a tendancy to want to pop out of the transfer box. I purchased the engine from a respectible model railroad hobby shop here in CANADA so the wheels are definatly...

Hi folks, Well, I think I came up with a solution to my problem. I went to visit a fella who has a railroad that takes up 90% of his basement. I described to him what my situation was and he explained how he constructed his road bed. It all seems very simple however I have one question now...

Howdy all.. Seems like I got myself into a bit of a bind! So far I have erected my joists on both ends of my layout but am having a bit of difficulty with the corner. I am not sure how to go about fastening the corner joists - to what angle and how many? I was told 3 in " V " shape. My "corner"...

Hi Everyone, Guess it has come time to start figuring out where to put the signals on my layout. I just have really no idea where to put them. Perhaps there is a rule of thumb as to where they should be placed. I would appreciate any suggestions offered on this matter. Thanks in advance...

Hi Folks, Just wondering... what is the best thickness of plywood for doing the cookie cutter style? rgd's, Wm (NCMRailroad):thumb:

Hi all, Anyone successful with using a sponge to create a few clouds? I was told that sea sponge (costly) is a good method to use. Hmmm, not sure bout that one! Any suggestions? Thanks:thumb: Wm

Hi Everyone, Need to wonder... My mainline is 16 feet in length (HO scale) and am planning on it being elevated. Just curious as to what the Maximum practical elevation would be at that length? (running steam) Thanks to everyone that replies:thumb: NCMRailroad

thanks.. Thank you for your reply... I will definatly give'r a shot! :cool:

Good day everyone.... Well now I really got myself into a pickle:rolleyes: I started constructing the L girder bench style and now want to consider cookie cutter. It seems that the cookie cutter method looks alot easier and less work. Is there anyone that can tell me the pro's and cons of the...

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Hi Everyone, Just wondering if anyone has templates for clouds. I would greatly appreciate a template or two of some clouds. Please post. Thank you to all that answer:thumb: NCMR

Hello All,:wave: Just need to know... On making of a L girder benchframe, how far apart are the "spreaders" or "joists" on average? I realize that they can be moved further or closer apart but thought that perhaps there was a specific "starting" distance apart. Thanking everyone that...

Hi all...:) Just wondering about those who have constructed a " L " Girder from off the wall(s) what would be the next step after the (I am using...) 1x4's have been fastened to the walls? Thanks to all that reply!:thumb: rgd's NCMR

kinda silly question, but can a person making a "L" girder type benchwork strap 2 - 1x4's to the wall for sturdiness. Any photos would be greatly apreciated for tutorial purposes. Thanks all! :thumb:

Hi all, Just about to fasten the first board to the wall for the beginning of my L-girder bench work. The top of the board measures 40inches from the floor. Is this sufficiant? Rgd's NCMRailroader

BLACK poly fiber.... Just wondering... Where can one actually purchase BLACK poly fiber. I have looked at WS website and they only carry Green. Any Suggestions? Thanks all :wave: :thumb: :)