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What is 'arc' on a turnout?
Posted in: Tracks
11th April 2022
When choosing a turnout or curve for your model railway, you may have noticed an 'arc' measurement alongside its...
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How easily can I remove adhesives or putties?
Posted in: Assembling and gluing
22nd December 2022
There are several types of glues that can be removed for repair purposes, including: Solvent-based glues such as...
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What are the advantages of using nickel-silver rails rather than steel rails?
Posted in: Tracks
20th February 2023
Nickel-silver rails are commonly used in model railways due to their many advantages over steel rails. Here are a few...
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What is the difference between a boat and a ship?
Posted in: Best practices
8th June 2021
Finding cut and dry, black or white or definitive rules that without doubt define a vessel as a boat or a ship is not...
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How do I clean super glue (cyanoacrylate)?
Posted in: Kit building
3rd November 2020
Fortunately these days there are special products to help you remove any little super glue (cyanoacrylate) mistakes...
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