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Tag: Expert Tips

How to simulate nail holes

By | November 20, 2009
Hands making simulated nail holes

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno show how to use a pounce wheel to simulate nail heads on a structure. […]

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How to pack up your model trains

By | November 20, 2009
Preparing a model train box for repackaging

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows the best way to pack up your model trains so the cars and paint won’t get damaged. […]

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How to paint turnout points on model railroad track

By | November 20, 2009
Turnout points prepared for painting

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows how to paint turnout points using a microbrush. […]

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Posted in Expert TipsTagged Expert Tips, How To, Modeling, Olympia Projects, Painting & Weathering, Railroader, Scenery, Trains VideoLeave a comment

How to use spray primer on plastic parts

By | November 20, 2009
Spraying primer on a sprue of plastic kit parts

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader managing editor David Popp shows how to prepare plastic parts for painting. […]

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Posted in Expert TipsTagged Beginners, Expert Tips, How To, Modeling, Olympia Projects, Painting & Weathering, Railroader, Trains VideoLeave a comment

How to drybrush static grass for model railroad scenery

By | November 20, 2009
Paintbrush painting model grass

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader Associate Editor Cody Grivno shows how to drybrush static grass using acrylic paints. […]

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How to surface your decals

By | November 20, 2009
Foam brush next to decals

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows how to protect your decals from being scratched. […]

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How to use suitcase connectors to wire your model train layout

By | November 20, 2009
Two hands manipulate wires underneath a table.

Model Railroader managing editor David Popp shows how to use insulation displacement (suitcase) connectors to wire underneath your layout. […]

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Posted in Expert TipsTagged DCC & Wiring, Expert Tips, How To, Modeling, Olympia Projects, Railroader, Trains VideoLeave a comment

How to add dust effects to locomotive models

By | November 20, 2009
Airbrushing details on a model diesel locomotive

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows how to add dust effects on your locomotives using an airbrush. […]

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How to wire a model train layout for Digital Command Control (DCC) part III: Feeder wires and system testing

By | November 20, 2009
Underside of benchwork showing wires

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader managing editor David Popp shows how to test circuits on a layout with a railroad amp meter and a quarter. […]

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How to wire a model train layout for Digital Command Control (DCC) part II: Bus wiring

By | November 20, 2009
Hand using a staple fun on benchwork

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader editor Neil Besougloff shows how to install bus wires when creating new power districts. […]

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How to wire a model train layout for Digital Command Control (DCC) part I: Boosters and circuit breakers

By | November 20, 2009
Back of DCC unit

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader managing editor David Popp show how to upgrade a layout using Zonemaster power supplies and Zoneshare circuit breakers. […]

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How to work with light colored decals

By | October 20, 2009
Closeup of white decals

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows how to easily work with white or light colored decals. […]

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