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When weathering, many modellers favour an airbrush over a regular paintbrush for the bulk of the work. But as we...
For anybody who doesn't know the difference, code 100 track is the standard OO gauge model railway track. Code 75...
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EMF stands for Electromotive Force and requires a fair knowledge of electrics to fully grasp what it is and the...
Zamak Rot (also known as zinc pest or Mazak rot) is a problem that plagued some early diecast model parts due to...
Vacuform model kits (sometimes called vacform kits or simply vac kits) are a type of scale model kit that is made...
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There are a number of options available to Modellers when it comes to modelling deciduous trees in winter for a layout. Here are some suggestions: Bare Branches: During the winter season, deciduous trees lose their leaves, leaving behind bare...
Various types of steam locomotives were used for shunting operations. Here are some of the commonly seen steam engines used for shunting: Saddle Tank Engines: Saddle tank engines, also known as saddle tanks, were frequently employed for shunting...
Yes, it is possible to use a battery to power a small, portable model railway layout. In fact, using a battery can be a convenient and flexible way to power a layout, especially if there is a need for frequent relocation or if mains power supply...
Preventing the yellowing of decals is a common concern among scale modellers. Yellowing occurs when the decals, which are typically made of a thin film with printed designs, are exposed to certain environmental factors over time. However, there...
Twin-bolster wagons were not rigidly joined together. Here's why: Twin-bolster wagons are designed to carry long or heavy loads such as steel girders, pipes, or other large items. They feature two bolster frames, each with its own set of wheels...
A "Trestle Wagon" refers to a type of flat wagon equipped with trestles or supports. These wagons were used for the transportation of long, heavy or awkwardly shaped loads that required additional support during transit. Trestle wagons typically...
Yes, it is possible to apply washes and other weathering techniques over decals and stencils without damaging them, as long as they have been properly applied and allowed to dry thoroughly. To apply weathering techniques over decals and stencils,...
It is generally recommended to protect painted surfaces with a varnish before applying masking tape. This extra step helps to prevent the tape from lifting or damaging the paint when it is removed.Applying a varnish layer over the painted surface...
It is not necessarily unrealistic to mix diesel and steam locomotives on the same layout. In fact, it was not uncommon for railways in the transition era (late 1950s to early 1960s) to have a mix of steam and diesel locomotives operating on the...
Yes, it is possible to use insulated fishplates to isolate a section of track. Insulated fishplates, also known as insulated rail joiners, are designed to electrically separate two adjoining sections of track. Insulated fishplates are typically...
Yellowing of waterslide decal sheets is periodically a problem for modellers, especially those who enjoy collecting vintage kits. Simply put, the carrier film backing of decals ages over time and can produce a noticeable yellowing of the decals....
Lacquer paints offer several advantages over enamels or acrylics: Quick drying: Lacquer paints generally dry and cure much faster compared to enamels or acrylics. This allows for quicker application of multiple coats and reduces the overall...