Video: January 2020 issue preview

January 2020 issue preview

    Don’t miss the January 2020 issue of Model Railroader magazine! Inside, contributing editor Tony Koester introduces his Wingate model railroad, a portable switching layout that depicts an Indiana town along the Nickel Plate Road in the 1950s. You’ll also tour an N scale shelf layout that features interchangeable scenes and a 1960s Appalachian […]

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Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Cody’s Office for November 2019

Cody Grivno in his office

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Check out the Tech 6 Sound Controller 2.0 from Model Rectifier Corp. and new sound-equipped diesels from Athearn in this month’s Modeler’s Spotlight video. Group Technical Editor Cody Grivno shows you the latest products to arrive in the Model Railroader Offices this month. […]

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Cody’s Workshop: Ep. 41, SW8 shell modification

Cody Grivno’s Workshop Part 41

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Cody continues working on his HO scale EMD SW8 diesel switcher. In this episode, he’ll continue working on the shell. Follow his techniques for patching up holes, removing parts, and adding details. […]

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It’s My Railroad with Steve Brown: From soldering to seawall, Ep. 9

It’s my Railroad with Steve Brown Part 9

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Regular Guy Steve Brown starts this episode with a quick demonstration of his technique for installing/soldering feeders to the trackwork of his N scale (1:160) BSR layout. The fun continues as he walks through his process for adding a seawall along the Port […]

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Off The Rails: Solder Boy, Episode 44

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 44

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Host Gerry “Solder Boy” Leone jumps right into a full-blown look at soldering applications in model railroading. Specifically, Gerry explores interesting options beyond the traditional soldering gun, iron, or pen devices. Plus, he shares a few ancillary items that make the soldering effort […]

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MRVP Live: Trainfest 2019, Session 1

David Popp, Cody Grivno, and Steve Sweeney at Trainfest 2019

Enjoy this commercial-free replay of MRVP’s inaugural live-streaming event (November 9th at 11a.m.) from Trainfest 2019 at the Wisconsin State Fair Park near Milwaukee, Wisconsin! David Popp, Cody Grivno, and Steve Sweeney, hosted segments highlighting activities and displays (model and prototype) at the show, interviews with Kalmbach contributors, and new product presentations from various vendors/manufacturers. (Note–please […]

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MRVP Layout Visit: Entertrainment Junction in Large Scale

model train crossing a bridge

Enjoy an exclusive, guided tour of the Entertainment Junction large scale (1:24) layout, touted as the world’s largest indoor train display. From real running water to towering mountains, you’ll get to see all of the amazing features – and trains – that put this Ohio attraction on the map! Watch the video, and then read […]

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Expert Scratchbuilding Tips with Renee Grosser: Part 4, Structure finishing tips

Model farmhouse.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page To complete her O scale scratchbuilding series, modeler Renee Grosser shares her technique for adding realistic roof shingles, chimney fixtures, and window/door details to the rustic farmhouse. […]

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