I have been a big fan of Pierre's ladders since they came out. At first (like many) I had some difficulty executing the bends. With practice I mastered this procedure. Properly placing the styles in t

I am seeking clarification on the brake rigging for the Union Pacific B-50-20 boxcar. This is being done from a Westerfield kit. The underframe has a single center beam (Bettendorf I believe). A photo

Most photos of NYC boxcars in the 1950's show a small triangle with (I believe) paint data on the lower left side of the car. Is there a date when this proctice was initiated? Thanks in advance for an

It seems as though when a new model comes out we (myself included) are quick to note everything that is wrong with the model. We tend to forget without the efforts of the manufacturers we would not ha

If the car is a resin kit it would be best to prepaint both the interior and exterior of the car prior to assembly. At this time beddng could also be added to the floor of the car. If it is an Intermo

I have used a rather involved method of attaching Carmer cut levers that goes back to the Freestate product. I try to make all of my rolling stock as "bulletproof" as possible. I turn mounting posts w

Morning All: I am looking for a photo of the "B" end of the Northern Pacific 1000 series boxcars. I hope someone will be able to help. Thanks: Bill Pardie

Terry Metcalfe did a great article of this car in his UNION PACIFIC MODELER Volume Two. It might be hard to find as I believe this was done in the 80's but I'm sure that there are some out there.. I m

Many, many years ago one of the earliest custom painters was a company called Terry Industries. Among their claims to fame was that they produced the FBI shield for the TV program with Efferin Zimbala

HI Andy: Hope all is going well I will take two 12 packs of Intermountain's new wheels. I believe that I have your address and will mail the check tomorrow. Bill

As we work on detailing our models it seems to become a case of "the farther you go - the farther you go. This seems to become more and more true with the great detai photos that we find in the FOCUS

Thanks to all who came to my aid for my question on the Files section. I will wotk on this later today when I get home. Before leaving this morning to Work On My Body I accessed the PDF for Focus On F

As one of the recipients of the M-15K kit at Naperville this year I have followed this discussion with great interest. I now need to reconsile this information to modeling. Regretfully the photos of t

Just when I was getting Proper Trucks under control the topic shifts to brake wheels and housing. I have followed the recent post on the top;ic and they leave me a little mystified. I have several of

Is there a back issue of the B & O publication that has comprehensive (photos / plans) coverage of this unique B & O covered hopper? Thanks: Bill Pardie Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone

Years ago I did a SHPX tank car and had to cobel several decal sets at the time in order to get the "Minton WT 00,000" lettering. This resulted in mismatched sizes in the Capy and WT lettering. Does a

A few weeks ago a gentleman posted detail photos of the Pennsy X-26 boxcar on the PRR PRO Yahoo group. When I attempted to access this group on Firday a massive computer compromise was triggered. I wo

I personally felt that there were more models this year than last. Last year seemed to be very sparce in this area. The absence of some very prolithic modelers no doubt was a factor. John Spencer who

Morning Dick: It's always good to see you at one of the meets. You bring a,wealth of informatoon to the table. In reviewing my notes I seem to have missed your recommendation on which kit to use as a

Sorry Gary. I'm not privy to that information Bill Pardie Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone