I just recalled that one of the plastic parts sprues in Bowser kits has four (I think) of these 'tube washers'. They also work, as I have used them in assembling many Bowser kits. Todd Sullivan

Bob, I used to agree with you. But then my eyesight is getting worse, my coordination has gone away and neuropathy has kicked in. Any help rerailing cars is ok with me. Of course if I didnt derail

Am I the only one that thinks Kadee self-centering trucks are a lame solution looking for a problem? Is forcing straight truck alignment while placing a car on the tracks a big enough problem to

I've been using 4-40 x 1/4" machine screws. I chuck them in a drill or motor tool and turn down the head slightly with a file. Also to remove any sharp edges under the head. Gary Bechdol Stone

Here are a couple of photos of this car, built up and on my layout. Everyone can decide for themselves if the dome an acceptable size. The car is a nice variation from most of the rest of my tank

Robert there are washers made for the situation you have described. I have attached a photo; however, I do not know the manufacturer. Lester Breuer

Anyone have information on this style of end shown on this BR&P boxcar? Thanks! Bob Weston

Rob, Many brands of model freight trucks have a large kingpin screw hole that will accommodate a boss on the bolster that helps keep the truck centered and acts as a stop for the truck screw. The

Hello friends, yes, unfortunately they finally made their search engine almost useless. I am still there though because of lack of an alternative - that means an alternative in size. ebay is a trade

Hi there, As I build my fleet, I have been using 2-56 screws directly into the bolster to mount trucks. Recently, on a RCW GN car I’m completing, I noticed that the pivot hole in the truck bolster

I have a set of 4 soil sieves I got years ago from a "science house", and use the finest sifting as 'dust' for a variety of applications. I've used crushed up rust from a forgings bin at work, and

Same problem! I’ll try suggestions below! bill jolitz

I also was just communicating with Hubert. Before Collinsville I asked him for a re-supply of the Soo decals he made for one of my gondola kits, but didn’t hear back. At the show he brought them by

That hit me like a ton of bricks! This is so sad. Hubert and I were pretty good friends. I met him initially at Walt's Hobby Shop, when he was just getting started on his decal line. I immediately

Steve Wow, you're right they've really screwed it up. I haven't tried to sell on Ebay for over two years and I guess I won't be using it any time soon.

So sorry to learn of this news. When I first joined the leadership of the C&EI HS around 2010, my first project was to have Hubert Mask make passenger decals for our society. The success of that

All, I was in The Original Whistle Stop in Pasadena yesterday and found some Sunshine kits on the shelf. Thought you all might like to see what is available. See photo attached. I do not benefit from

Wow, Charlie sad news. I spent time with him at Collinsville as well. He was a very nice person and a friend to us Y'all modelers.He will be missed Fenton -- Fenton Wells 250 Frye Rd Pinehurst NC

I'm very sad to hear about Hubert Mask. He was great to talk to and I use a lot of his decals. -- Steve Solombrino

If it were only that simple. I just tried Tim's suggestion and got lots of returns but little brass. This has been going on for several months. Several years ago eBay took away the "brass imports"