On the final day of 2025 and the Trains.com seasonal mini-series, David Popp transforms the Alturas & Lone Pine boxcar from a pristine model into a grimy road warrior. Using three colors and a double-action airbrush, David demonstrates how to achieve realistic weathering in under an hour.
Join David as he shares expert techniques, from thinning paint to a 50:50 ratio for subtle control to using jigs for painting wheel sets without fouling the treads. You’ll learn how to simulate steam-era soot, apply “dust” coats over decals, and safely clean needle axles using isopropyl alcohol.
When 2026 arrives, be sure to visit the Trains.com video library for more expert tips to keep your modeling projects on track!
