DCC Programming: Epsiode 22 – Methods for Consisting Diesel Locomotives, Part 2

Dana Kawala running locomotives on a test track and holding a throttle.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Dana Kawala continues his overview of ways to use DCC functionality to program multiple diesel locomotives for synchronized operation. This time he demonstrates Advanced Consisting options. […]

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Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Cody’s Office for April part 2

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Here in Wisconsin we’re still under safer-at-home orders, so this episode of Cody’s Office comes to you from Group Technical Editor Cody Grivno’s basement. In addition to new model railroad products in N, HO, and O scales, Cody answers a question about standard […]

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Off The Rails: Swingers, lifters, and setters, Episode 49

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 49

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Gerry’s former Bona Vista Rwy. HO scale model railroad included a swinging gate section that allowed operators to enter the room and the layout itself. Follow along as he shares how to keep trackwork aligned on moveable benchwork that swings, lifts, or sets […]

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DCC Programming: Episode 21 – Methods for Consisting Diesel Locomotives, Part 1

Man standing at a table with model diesel locomotives.

Model Railroader magazine’s Senior Editor Dana Kawala examines methods for using digital command control (DCC) functionality to program multiple diesel locomotives for synchronized operation. Universal consisting is the first option Dana demonstrates how to use, before turning his attention to advanced consisting. […]

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Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Cody’s Office for May 2020, part 1

Cody Grivno in his office

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Get tips for building a wood craftsman kit and learn about new locomotives and rolling stock in HO and N scales in this episode of Cody’s Office. Group Technical Editor Cody Grivno will also answer your viewer mail on topics that include: replacing […]

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Rehab My Railroad: Benchwork deconstruct/reconstruct, Episode 3

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page David and Cody discover that layout deconstruction is never quite as quick as anticipated! Follow along as the two continue to tear away at the original trackwork, benchwork, wiring, and waterfront scenery on the Jones Island section of the infamous MR&T HO scale […]

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Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Cody’s Office for March. part 1

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page A Multi-Max auto rack from Atlas Model Railroad Co. in HO and a SoundTraxx Econami-equipped N scale diesel from Bachmann Trains highlight this episode of Cody’s Office. Group Technical Editor Cody Grivno will also show you an Accurail gondola kit that’s custom-decorated for […]

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It’s My Railroad with Steve Brown: Scenery-making marathon, Ep. 13

It’s my Railroad with Steve Brown Part 13

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Host Steve Brown truly covers lots of ground (pun intended) in this episode! Watch as he uses “Regular Guy” techniques to add color, texture, and even trees to work along and above the banks of his N scale layout’s harbor scene.   […]

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