Contributing Editor James McNab launches into his new, Hills Line HO scale layout development. In this episode, he focuses on establishing a practical footprint for the various rail-served complexes and industries that help keep the wheels of commerce (and railroad operation) turning. Don’t miss James’ take on making short-term structures with a purpose! […]
Before any of the trackwork can be added to the MR&T HO scale layout renovation project, David and Cody must first install the underlying roadbed. Follow along, as the two demonstrate some of their quick tips for working with cork roadbed products. Of course, they also have plenty of other insights to share about fascia […]
Get a quick demo of the sound-equipped HO scale EMD SD35 diesel locomotive from Atlas as well as a tip for using tungsten putty weight to get your freight cars up to National Model Railroad Association standards. In addition to showing you a selection of new model railroad products, Group Technical Editor Cody Grivno will also answer […]
This HO scale Russian Decapod 2-10-0 features many separately applied parts and comes factory equipped with a Train Control Systems WOWSound Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder. See and hear this HO scale steam locomotive in action on the Model Railroader staff’s layout, the Milwaukee, Racine & Troy. […]
In this MRVP exclusive series from James McNab, you’ll get to see the start of an all-new HO scale layout. When a basement plumbing disaster forced the demolition of his established Grimes Lines, James seized the opportunity to create something new…and share his construction efforts of The Hills Line, a 12 x 22ft HO scale model […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Group Technical Editor Cody Grivno gets some help in this episode of Cody’s Office. Highlights include a demo of the new Athearn Genesis 2.0 series HO scale EMD SD90MAC-H with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound and tips for mixing and using India ink weathering washes. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page MRVP’s Steve Brown is looking to add some depth, dimension, and interest to his N scale Port Smith harbor buildings. In other words, Steve wants his structures to get lit! Follow along to see how he uses LED lighting components to highlight […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Would you believe it? Gerry made it to 5-0! Fifty episodes of Off The Rails, that is. Join his not-so-big (sans balloons and noisemakers) 4th anniversary party, where he addresses questions and comments from the previous 12 episodes — all from a new […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page It’s time to get a little paint on this Rehab My Railroad Sidetrack project! As the progress continues, Eric shares his techniques for first masking the tugboat hull and structural components, and then painting the parts using an airbrush. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page The benchwork puzzle continues to keep David busy in the MR Workshop and at the MR&T HO scale layout. But when the sawdust settles, he jumps right to the task of transferring the track plan to the tabletop. Meanwhile, Cody takes a quick […]
No sleight of hand here! David is actually making progress on many of his modeling projects while Underground. This time he’s busy applying decals, pepping up the appearance of his O scale population, and enhancing an HO scale New Haven passenger car! […]
In this episode, MRVP’s David Popp completes his Underground workshop by adding a much needed spray booth! After installing a Micro-Mark Fold Up Spray Booth, our host quickly puts it to use airbrushing subtle weathering effects on his On30 caboose and gons. […]
