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Stuart James Smith wrote:
Anyone who has spent the significant amount of time it takes to be a railroad hobbyist knows the importance of using model train display cases to keep their investment safe. There are far too many factors that can hinder the functioning of a model train not to take precautions against them. If you find the right one, not only will your investment and hobby be safe, Read the rest of this article »
What model train scale should I use?
This is a question often asked from novice train modelers and the reply depends upon many different things such as the amount of space you have for your model train layout, available funds you have to commit to the hobby, the age of people who will be involved in the model railroad and personal taste such as amount detail you desire.
1) Space: This one is quite obvious. How much space you have for your set up, such as do you have a 2’ x 10’ space or a 20 x 24 garage/basement or are you attempting to do a garden railway. Read the rest of this article »
Model Railway Track Cleaning
Stuart James Smith wrote:
Many folks that are true enthusiasts of model railroads know the importance of having it cleaned periodically. Model railroad track cleaning is essential in the upkeep and maintenance of any structure that you have in collection in order to keep it running smoothly and without error. If you are unable to complete the cleaning yourself, then it's time to find someone that can complete the service for you. Read the rest of this article »
Getting Started With a Model Railroad Hobby
Stuart James Smith wrote:
Building model railways is a great hobby that has been enjoyed by people for generations. In fact, many model railway hobbyists can remember getting a train set when they were children, and the enjoyment that they got from putting together those model railways. If you are interested in starting a model railroad hobby and aren't sure where to begin, there are lots of ways to learn more about it. Read the rest of this article »
Model Railroad Scenery: Make Your Railroad Complete
David Faulkner wrote:
Anybody that has a model railroad will know just how exciting it can be to actually maintain it and use it. However, without one thing, the railroad would not be half as much fun! The scenery that is placed around the train tracks is often quite simply breathtaking, especially if it is highly detailed and very lifelike. Of course then you have your electronic model railroad scenery, which just takes it to the next level. Read the rest of this article »