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Whether you're planning your first permanent layout or you've already started building your latest model railroad empire, here's a book that's as essential as a pencil, saber saw, and electric drill. Inside this indispensable manual you'll find information about how real railroads operate and how to design a realistic model railroad in any scale. Glossy softcover 144 page book. Includes techniques and information beneficial for both the beginner and advanced modeler. .....
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PACKAGE INCLUDES; 1- Book- How To Build Model Railroad Benchwork, 2nd Edition. Number of Pages; 80. Author; Linn H. Westcott. Black and White photographs with captions. Black and White diagrams. Includes useful advice for. Tools and material. Framework for permanent layouts. Joists, risers, and cleats. Roadbed construction. Backdrops, fascia boards. Scenic support. Benchwork for special supports. Benchwork is the essential framework that holds your trains and track up off .....
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Glossy softsided 80 page book. Instructions, information and color photographs on each page will walk you through to a realistic scenery. With this book, you will learn how to. -Construct a backdrop for a layout of any size, shape, or scale. -Workconfidently with acrylic paints, brushes and other art. supplies. -Finish and paint a backdrop to suit any model railroad landscape. -Blend layout scenery with your backdrop to create realistic,. expansive scenes, including .....
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If you're ready to get started in model railroading but have questions about how to begin, here's the book you have been waiting for! In Basic Model Railroading, the staff of Model Railroader Magazine has put together answers to your questions about layout planning, carpentry, wiring, and scenery building, among other subjects. Within these pages, you'll learn everything you need to get started. Glossy softcover 80 page book. This book is a comprehensive introduction to the .....
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Buildings, vehicles, people, signs, lights, and the numerous other details of a city can combine to make urban scenery one of the most intriguing aspects of any model railroad. With an ever-increasing variety of products to choose from and so manydifferent desing aspects to consider, you may start to think you'll need a city planner or an architect to pull it all together. Glossy softcover 96 page book. Includes techniques that will be helpful for any modeler interested in .....
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Since the mid-1960's N scale has opened up the hobby of scale model rail- roading to thousands of people who previously did not have room for even a small layout in one of the larger scales. The popularity of N scale continues to grow with the introduction of new products, techniques, and activities. Glossy softcover 104 page book. This incredibly comprehensive book helps you get started by showing you everything you need to know to build your own N scale empire. Included .....
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Shows you Basic Electricity, Choosing a Power Pack, Two-Rail Wiring, Turning Trains and Engines Around, Controlling Two Trains at Once. Cab Control, and Multiple Cabs, Locating Blocks, Commmand Control, Turnout Control, Layout Wiring, Control Panels, and ''In Case of. Trouble''. Many Wiring Diagrams, Track Layouts and Step-by-Step Instructions. One Easy Model Railroad Wiring (2nd Edition). 128 Pages of Information with diagrams and Layouts. Easy Model Railroad Wiring (2nd .....
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In Maintaining & Repairing Your Scale Model Trains, you'll learn about the basic tools, materials, and techniques needed for typical maintenance and repair projects. Clear, concise instructions and plenty of step-by-step photos guide you througfective train maintenance. Glossy softcover 80 page book. Includes techniques that will benefit any railroad modeler. Includes many black and white pictures. This book is full of helpful maintenance and repair data, including. .....
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Even if you don't know a watt from an ampere, you'll find you can still wire a simple or advanced model railroad with the help of this book. Using clear, photographic step-by-step instructions and nontechnical language, the author walks you through many of the common wiring projects you'll encounter as you build your own railroad. Glossy softcover 80 page book. Full of black and white photos. Inside the book you'll learn how to. -Select the appropriate tools and supplies. .....
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An excellent paperback reference guide for creating scenery so true-to-life it fools the eye! This updated edition reflects the new developments in modeling materials and techniques, as well as containing detailed full color how-to photographs. LEARN HOW TO plan your scenery and - * build the forms and shells that support your layout * make scale rocks and rubble * create trees and foliage for all 4 seasons * use texture to add depth to your layout * model realistic bodies .....
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Enjoy following the practices of a full-size railroad while working with the landscape, existing gardens, trees, and other natural. materials in the comfort of your own backyard!. An increasing number of women, children and families are enjoying garden railroading together. Many beautiful railway gardens have been created by people who claim not to be gardeners. Inside the pages of this book you'll find. plenty of suggestions and resources available to help you get. .....
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80 page softcover book. For most model railroaders, the locomotive is the single most impor- tant element of the layout. Given this overriding interest in. steam and diesel power, it's no surprise that many model rail-. roaders want to include a locomotive servicing area somewhere on. their railroad. A combination of prototype and modeling reference data, photographs, and illustrations will help you add the visual excitement and. operational interest of a steam or .....
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Paperback book with glossy-type pages. Learn the basic principles, goals, and benefits of operating a model railroad as if it were a real, full-sized railroad!. The chapters are arranged to guide you thru the steps leading to realistic operation and include. -A quick-start guide to realistic operating sessions in one evening. -Various schemes for forwarding cars and moving trains across your layout. -Explanation of signal systems as they apply to model railroads. -Appendix .....
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Glossy softcover 96 page book. Gives you simple solutions needed to build scenery for a layout of any size or scale. Clear, concise instructions and over 200 step-by-step color photo- graphs and diagrams demonstrate quick and easy, yet effective. techniques for adding realistic scenery elements to your model. railroad. You'll learn how to. -Prepare and apply ground covering to various landscapes. -Model various types of trees and woodlands. -Create streams, ponds and .....
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Looking to make that scene on your layout look more ''railroady''? Wanting to find a trestle that will look right bridging the gorge on your layout? Searching for yard buildings that make sense? Model Railroader's now-retired managing editor and creative modeler Jim Kelly has answers and ideas for you in this book. Divided into five chapters, arranged by type of railroad structure or feature. -Arrivals and departures; railroad yards. -Care and feeding; enginehouses and .....
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Track and the associated equipment are the focal point of any scale model railroad layout. While the adjacent modelwork is important, most observers direct their attention to the track, the small details along the right-of- way, and, of course, the moving trains. Inside Trackwork and Lineside Detail for Your Model Railroad, you'll find instructions and information you can use to easily install and detail your model railroad trackwork to the highest operating and scenic .....
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80 page paperback book. N and HO scale project model railroads for moderate spaces. The material in this book has previously appeared as articles in 'Model Railroader' Magazine. Complete plans for building a variety of small model railroads that are suitable for beginning to intermediate modelers. Contemporary, well-detailed layouts. Use the track planning, benchwork, wiring, and scenery techniques to create your very own version of the following layouts. -The 4' x 8' HO .....
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64 page softcover book. A selection of 16 simple and proven layout plans that have been collected from previous issues of Model Railroader Magazine. Each layout design features. -Colorfully rendered track plan and illustrations. -List of materialsused in construction. -Construction tips and techniques. -Scenery and operating suggestions. Also includes a number of instructional chapters to help you get acquainted with the fundamentals of benchwork construction,. .....
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Paperback book with glossy-type pages. A step-by-step photo guide to building framework for a model railroad. Complete introduction to the basic tools, materials, and techniques you'll need to construct a foundation for a layout of any size or scale. Clear, concise instructions and over 250 step-by-step color photo- graphs and diagrams demonstrate quick and easy, yet effective, techniques for assembling one of the most important components of your model railroad. You will .....
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Plain & simple explanations where the instruction manuals left off!. Inside this book, you will better understand DCC (Digital Command Control) by addressing. *How DCC has evolved and improved. *Practical benefits of operating your layout with *Basic DCC system components and how they work. *Decoder installations. *Troubleshooting common issues. Includes DCC buyer's guide to help you make the right DCC purchase. 48 Pages. ''DCC Made Easy'' Is a Kalmbach Model .....
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Paperback book with glossy-type pages. Scenery projects and ideas that will bring your layout to life!. A collection of helpful scenery stories from the pages of ''Model Railroader'' Magazine. Numerous feature articles, organized by topic, that are compiled to help you develop proven techniques and new ideas for creating realistic scenery on a layout of any size or scale. Easy-to-follow projects that show you exactly how to. -Add depth to your layout with background .....
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An excellent perfect bound, paperback reference for beginners and and experts alike. Thru the heavy use of photos and diagrams, this book offers insight and instructions that help modelers integrate realistic passenger trains and operations into any layout. Learn about passenger train history, types, equipment, and terminals. Includes tips for modeling equipment, structures, trackage, and details appropriate for any era. Detailed and easy-to-follow! 20 illustrations, 130 .....
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Model railroading is one of the world's greatest hobbies, and HO is the most popular size for model trains. For thousands of participants HO model railroading is a creative hobby with enough diversity to last a lifetime. Whether you're already oneof those hobbyists or eager to become one of them, this book will answer your questions and show you how to derive the most fun from the hobby for years to come. In HO Scale Model Railroading, you'll find the basic information you .....
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A step-by-step photographic guide to painting realistic model railroad equipment. If you've never painted a model before, or if you just want to give a finished model a ''well-weathered'' look, then this book is for you! It will make it easy for you to create unique, realistically decorated models. With this book, you will learn how to. -Select the proper paint and painting equipment. -Easily mix custom colors. -Apply a good finish or remove a poor one. -Work with decals .....
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A guide that completely covers the principles and techniques needed in designing and constructing detailed, realistic model railroad scenery!. Various beginner to intermediate level projects including structure, scenery, and detailing techniques for both urban and rural settings. Clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied with more than 200 photos will guide you thru the building process--from concept to the finishing touches!. Paperback with gloss coating. 225 color .....
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A step-by-step guide to creating a unique operating layout. Thru the use of photos, illustrations, and a straightforward style this book will show you how to make creative, plausible choices for the concept and construction of your next model railroad. Key topics are covered in detail including developing an entire model railroad theme, choosing a scale, integrating signature design elements into your track plan, and much more. Softcover with gloss coating. 150 color .....
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This book offers a step-by-step photographic approach for installing sturdy trackwork, including fitting the roadbed, laying sectional or flexible track, and finishing the track with lineside details. Installing turnouts, cleaning and maintaining trackwork, and other special techniques suitable for a layout of any size or scale are also covered in this book. An essential reference that makes it easy for you to assemble the trackwork you need for smooth, dependable, and .....
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Packed with information on the history and operations of 6 key industries that have relied on railroad transportation for their commercial success; grain, petroleum, coal, automobile manufacturing, produce, & livestock. Easily understand how toorporate the details into your models to accurately represent the industries. Historic & contemporary prototype photos. Softcover with gloss coating. 150 color photos, 30 black & white photos and 30 illustrations. A suggested list .....
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An excellent paperback reference. Packed with information showing you how to assemble plastic kits, get the most out of wood kits, paint and weather, scratchbuild buildings, give structures realistic roofs and details, and adding color and life toyour layout with signs. Offers techniques for realistic finishing, including painting, weathering, sign making, interior detailing, and more. Photo-driven projects demonstrate the tools, materials, and techniques used when .....
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An excellent paperback reference designed to be an introduction to the world of model railroad trackwork. Detailed and easy-to-follow how-to advice. An overview of the various types of track and how to use them to set up a basic model railroad with semi-permanent trackwork. Diagrams and full-color photos. 16 Pages. ''Tips On Track'' is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing .....
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