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NP 10000 Series Boxcars by Rapido
All - Chris Frissell's article is really well done, with a variety of weathering styles from moderate to 'is there any paint on that car?' His techniques are to be commended. I have just started weath
All - Chris Frissell's article is really well done, with a variety of weathering styles from moderate to 'is there any paint on that car?' His techniques are to be commended. I have just started weath
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Photo: SP Gondola 45680
Yes, if you needed a car NOW, you'd find the closest one that fits the requirements. The only exceptions would be not loading feed (bagged or bulk) into a car assigned to hide service, or flour into a
Yes, if you needed a car NOW, you'd find the closest one that fits the requirements. The only exceptions would be not loading feed (bagged or bulk) into a car assigned to hide service, or flour into a
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Todd Sullivan
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What are the springs in the Trix 40 foot boxcar frame for
Thank you, Johannes, for your additional comments. Todd Sullivan
Thank you, Johannes, for your additional comments. Todd Sullivan
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Todd Sullivan
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What are the springs in the Trix 40 foot boxcar frame for
Jeff, I own several of the Trix UP 'ACR' 40ft boxcars, and the springs are associated with the Trix couplers. You can remove the couplers, draft gear boxes and the springs with no danger to the operat
Jeff, I own several of the Trix UP 'ACR' 40ft boxcars, and the springs are associated with the Trix couplers. You can remove the couplers, draft gear boxes and the springs with no danger to the operat
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Todd Sullivan
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SPLA&SL flat cars in 1910
I have seen photos of similar flat cars owned by the OWR&N in log service in WA state. Does anyone know if they were a Harriman std design or built by Std Steel Car? Todd Sullivan
I have seen photos of similar flat cars owned by the OWR&N in log service in WA state. Does anyone know if they were a Harriman std design or built by Std Steel Car? Todd Sullivan
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Todd Sullivan
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Nice images of NYC, P&LE, and PMcK&Y hoppers...
I suffer from digital dyslexia. Todd Sullivan
I suffer from digital dyslexia. Todd Sullivan
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Todd Sullivan
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Nice images of NYC, P&LE, and PMcK&Y hoppers...
Hi Tony, My brain and fingers have never had a strong connection. I found out when I tried to learn a musical instrument and again when I learned to type. I do proofread what I type, but misteaks slip
Hi Tony, My brain and fingers have never had a strong connection. I found out when I tried to learn a musical instrument and again when I learned to type. I do proofread what I type, but misteaks slip
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Todd Sullivan
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Nice images of NYC, P&LE, and PMcK&Y hoppers...
The hoppers are USRA design triples, which Westerfield still makes in HO. Longacre is at the east end of Smithers (I actually have a book on Smithers). This was an area that produced good coking cola.
The hoppers are USRA design triples, which Westerfield still makes in HO. Longacre is at the east end of Smithers (I actually have a book on Smithers). This was an area that produced good coking cola.
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Todd Sullivan
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Discarded sign...
The 'reinforcement rail' on concrete is probably one side of a mobile gantry crane setup. This looks to be at a Boston & Maine team track near Lechmere Square. The crossing is not unguarded: there are
The 'reinforcement rail' on concrete is probably one side of a mobile gantry crane setup. This looks to be at a Boston & Maine team track near Lechmere Square. The crossing is not unguarded: there are
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Todd Sullivan
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Canopy Glue vs. CA
George, Thanks for sharing with us this great technique. I'm sure I will use it on various resin models. Todd Sullivan
George, Thanks for sharing with us this great technique. I'm sure I will use it on various resin models. Todd Sullivan
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Todd Sullivan
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1932 ARA MP cars and atlas/ Bill Welch's list
Thank you, Fenton! Todd Sullivan
Thank you, Fenton! Todd Sullivan
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Todd Sullivan
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1932 ARA MP cars and atlas
Jerry, So where would I find an accessible copy of Bill's Modeling the AAR-ARA Standard Steel Boxcar.pdf? Todd Sullivan
Jerry, So where would I find an accessible copy of Bill's Modeling the AAR-ARA Standard Steel Boxcar.pdf? Todd Sullivan
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Todd Sullivan
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Canopy Glue vs. CA
Hi Darrall, I use Woodland Scenics Hob-E-Tak, which I believe is similar to canopy glue. Hob-E-Tak is great for tacking resin kit parts in position before adding CA, and it will hold parts together if
Hi Darrall, I use Woodland Scenics Hob-E-Tak, which I believe is similar to canopy glue. Hob-E-Tak is great for tacking resin kit parts in position before adding CA, and it will hold parts together if
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Todd Sullivan
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Photo: D&RGW Gondola 70298 (1949)
George, I don't have a set of the clasp trucks, but I do have a set of trucks for the 40' UCR gondola from the same 3D printer. The trucks are equipped with Tangent wheel sets, and they roll reasonabl
George, I don't have a set of the clasp trucks, but I do have a set of trucks for the 40' UCR gondola from the same 3D printer. The trucks are equipped with Tangent wheel sets, and they roll reasonabl
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Todd Sullivan
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Photo: D&RGW Gondola 70298 (1949)
Hi Corey, There are a couple of thins that will come before a photo of my UCR gon in log service: 1) Completion of our new house, scheduled for March 8 currently, but subject to possible delays (as wi
Hi Corey, There are a couple of thins that will come before a photo of my UCR gon in log service: 1) Completion of our new house, scheduled for March 8 currently, but subject to possible delays (as wi
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Todd Sullivan
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Sugar Beets Photo: D&RGW Gondola 70298 (1949)
Mont & all - Rodents are not man's best friend when it comes to model railroads. I had several that considered peeing on the rail of my nickel silver track was great fun. It's almost impossible to get
Mont & all - Rodents are not man's best friend when it comes to model railroads. I had several that considered peeing on the rail of my nickel silver track was great fun. It's almost impossible to get
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Todd Sullivan
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Two boxcars
Hi Rich, Two handsome looking models. Thanks for sharing. Todd Sullivan
Hi Rich, Two handsome looking models. Thanks for sharing. Todd Sullivan
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Todd Sullivan
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Photo: D&RGW Gondola 70298 (1949)
Thank you, Corey. The D&RGW GS gons and UCR gondola kits that you offer in 3D printed versions fill a gap. I've built one of the UCR models, and it went together well and looks good. I have a DRGW 46f
Thank you, Corey. The D&RGW GS gons and UCR gondola kits that you offer in 3D printed versions fill a gap. I've built one of the UCR models, and it went together well and looks good. I have a DRGW 46f
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Todd Sullivan
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Weathering A 1920s Tank Car
Thank you for the additional information, Tony. Gifts of information like this are what makes this collection of modelers the best, in my opinion. Todd Sullivan
Thank you for the additional information, Tony. Gifts of information like this are what makes this collection of modelers the best, in my opinion. Todd Sullivan
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Todd Sullivan
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Weathering A 1920s Tank Car
Except that, if the tank car is insulated, the tank bands would be installed to run under the insulation so they could securely clamp the tank to the frame. Tank car insulation was asbestos sheet cove
Except that, if the tank car is insulated, the tank bands would be installed to run under the insulation so they could securely clamp the tank to the frame. Tank car insulation was asbestos sheet cove
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Todd Sullivan
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