Today we hit the road. Our goal will be to make an interesting 3 minute, home video using a readily available action camera, still cameras and homemade accessories. Our raw video will be edited on consumer level software; we will add sound effects, and zippy music. We will make a gift copy for the owner, […]
High-tech modeling for garden railroaders
Photo 1 Large 3D prints can be tricky, difficult and/or frustrating. Hobbyist 3D printers have certain capabilities that allow for low cost, quick turn, and easy 3D prints. But sometimes you need to rely on the professionals to get the job done. I ran across an article on www.instructables.com about a 3D-printable locomotive for LEGO […]
Garden Railways, April 2017
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Make some lawn furniture
Jack Verducci Download these drawings to build lounge chairs, a table, and Adirondack chairs to detail your railroad. […]
New large-scale products from the April 2017 issue of Garden Railways
LGB locomotive Burl Rice boxcar Piko flatcar Engines & rolling stock LGB (Märklin), PO Box 510559, New Berlin WI 53151, has a Southern Pacific SD 40 diesel (#L25555). Both trucks are driven by Bühler motors with ball bearings, and the locomotive is equipped with traction tires and a built-in mfx/DCC decoder with a variety of […]
Llagas Creek code-250 track
Marc Horovitz Gauge 1, code-250 track Llagas Creek Railways 28 Carlisle Road Claysville PA 15323 Prices: See text Website: www.llagastrack.com Gauge 1, code-250 track; brass rail; plastic ties; stainless-steel rail joiners; available in narrow- or standard-gauge configurations; available assembled or as components Pros: Good-looking track; good rail profile; UV stabilizers in plastic ties Cons: Supplied […]
Cedarleaf Custom Railroad Decals
Marc Horovitz Custom decals Cedarleaf Custom Railroad Decals Prescott AZ Prices: See text Website: http://cedarleafcustomdecals.com Custom-made-decal service based on your own artwork; design service available; 81/2″ x 11″ standard sheet size; printed on standard decal paper; any color, including opaque white, silver, and gold, is available Pros: Lightning-fast turn-around time; excellent communication; online proof of […]
Printle Shop scale figures
Unprimed figures Bob Santos 1:24-scale figures Printle Shop Available from www.Shapeways.com Prices vary—generally less than $10 ea. Website: www.shapeways.com/shops/vivedemain Line of 1:24-scale (and others) figures; available with or without bases; 3D printed in white nylon; realistic poses Pros: Lifelike poses; large variety available; includes males, females, and children; variety of body types; realistic clothing; easy […]
Robo3D 3D printer
Steve Berneberg 3D Printer Robo3D 4902 Morena Blvd, Suite 812 San Diego CA 92117 Price: $799.99 new, $499.99 refurbished Website: https://robo3d.com R1 +Plus 3D printer; self-leveling print bed; PLA, ABS, and other specialty filaments accepted; 8″ x 10″ x 9″ build area Pros: Large build area; self-leveling print bed; PLA, ABS, and some more exotic […]
Zimo DCC motion/sound decoder
Kevin Strong DCC motion/sound decoder Zimo Available from: Train Li 3 Kensington Way Upton MA 01568 Price: $180-$240, depending on configuration Website: www.trainli.com Zimo MX699 motion/sound DCC decoder; light, servo, and smoke control outputs; multiple configurations available. Dimensions: 2″ x 15/8″ x 5/8 “ Pros: Smooth motor control; high current output; many outputs for lights, […]
Video 101: Movies tell stories
Some of my first video clips were simply attempts to show the sheer joy of watching the movement of trains along routes that connect cities, towns, and countryside panoramas. But when we want to create train movies, such as those we make for the Children’s Museum, we need to remember that movies tell stories. Our […]
High-tech modeling for garden railroaders
I like to use signs in my railroad to provide a more prototypical appearance. This includes the use of humorous signs like those I have seen in my travels. In this example, we will be using a free modeler called openSCAD to model the sign. That way you can model your own signs to meet […]
