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    Need Information on Properly Wiring My Layout

    I will be starting track work soon on my 1 ft x 6.5 ft HO scale shelf switching layout and need some help with understanding the difference in wiring gauges and which is best for my setup. I lack knowledge in this area and could use some help. Here is a basic schematic showing how many feeders I...
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    Grain Boxcars in the 1950s

    For the current switching layout I’m building, I plan to model in the 1950s and 60s. This is an era I’ve never modeled before. Were any specific boxcars used for grain transport or were their design characteristics specific to their use such as extra hatches or anything like that? I did learn...
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    Another Build - 1 ft x 6.5 ft Shelf Layout

    Hello Everyone! Model railroading had been put aside the last few months except for some minor Lionel train set work. Last week I received an email inviting me to exhibit a layout at a local train show! This brought back some motivation to build another layout:) Now…since my n scale layout...
    • GuilfordRailman
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    • ho scale layout build shelf layout switching industrial ho train show
    • Replies: 63
    • Forum: HO Scale
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    Pin to couple loco to tender on Fleischmann HO diecast steam (DB BR 01 182)?

    I've lost the pin that my Fleischmann HO BR 01 182 had to hold the tender. I believe what I had was what would be called a "core pin" and the hole is slightly larger than 2mm (maybe 2.2mm?). I'm not positive that was what the loco had originally though. A clevis pin might also work. Anyone...
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    New Layout Build

    Hello Fellow Modelers! Many of you know me from my N Scale Micro-Layout thread. I have decided to build an HO Scale shelf layout as my next build. This build will most likely happen over a longer period of time despite it being a small layout. If only my boss would understand my need to model...
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    Ballasting Problem: Scenic Express N Scale Blended Ballast Clumps up When Gluing No Matter What I Try

    Hi there, I'm new to this forum, so please let me know if this isn't the right place to post this. I am in the finishing stages of my first HO scale layout, but when ballasting a section of my track with Scenic Express's N scale blended ballast I ran into a major issue despite following my...
  7. ctclibby

    Wanted: NS code 83 rail

    I don't care what manufacture. Looking for 3ft sections preferably, shorter lengths probably ok. Don't want anything under 12 inches though. What do you have laying around that needs to be relocated? Let me know. Thanks!
  8. Amtrak47

    Kato ho scale Amtrak Superliners

    Selling my lot of Kato Amtrak ho scale Superliners in phase III. I have 5 coaches and 2 sleepers, all different numbers. 4 cars have been custom numbered. Selling all 7 cars for $560 or will sell separately for $80 per car. All cars are in excellent condition and come in their original boxes...
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    New to trains and railroad- just inherited my new fav hobby!

    Hello, new here and to model trains/railroads specifically, although I am very familiar with what makes them work. 🤖 I've been researching a little bit and learning the history which is pretty cool in itself. hopefully my pics will load so you can have a small glimpse of what I have. Can you...
    • Seanzee
    • Thread
    • controllers ho scale lionel lionel lamp model railroad ho newbie o scale railroad traincontroller tyco
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Introduce Yourself
  10. Cheap&NothingWasted

    Athearn Genesis CNW 8701 or Custom Builders

    Hey all, So, I've got a question for anyone who's willing to answer--My favorite two locomotives, ever, are the ex-CNW Twins, sadly, they've been repainted, but Athearn recently rolled out Genesis's the two C44-9Ws, the 8701 and the 8646. I was able to get my hands on the 8646, but my...
  11. Cheap&NothingWasted

    Getting into some HO fun

    Hey, all, Glad to be here! I'm a life-long railfan from central Iowa, and while I don't have a layout of my own, I've always loved model railroads, plan on building my own after I graduate from college, and run/work on my club's HO scale layout for now. Big fan of the Chicago and North...
  12. Amtrak47

    Help finding Superliner cars?

    Hey everyone, been a few years since I've been here as I've walked away from the hobby for a while, but have decided to jump back into it. I'd like to once again, build up a consist but unfortunately it seems next to impossible unless you model current era Amtrak. What I'm looking for are Kato...
  13. Johannes

    Extra Faller Ho scale parts

    Hey! I've just finished building the Faller 130908 vineyard garden restaurant, and i ended up with an excessive amount of extra parts that the instructions doesn't mention. Does anyone have the same experience with other kits?
    • Johannes
    • Thread
    • faller ho scale ho scale buildings kit model railroad building structure structure kit
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: General Discussions
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    Looking for HOn3 models of D&RG Class 56/ Class 60 aka C-16 Early Version.

    I was looking to see where I can get HOn3 models of the D&RG Class 56/ Class 60 locomotives before rebuilding. I can't find Kemtron's kit versions anywhere. Does anyone know where I can find some models of these locomotives, or what I can use to convert some RTR models? Any answers will be...
    • I_Love_D&RG
    • Thread
    • c-16 d&rg d&rgw ho ho scale hon3 narrow gauge rio grande
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: HO Scale
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    Model Railroading Tips for beginners Series

    Hello, Im David McDougall of Pro Rail Productions, my father Michael and I are doing a beginners series on model railroading! Hope you all enjoy! Looking for something to do during the pandemic? Looking to get into the hobby? Join us for our first How To Model Railroad Tips! More to come...
  16. Model Railroading Tips: HO Scale Trackwork (for beginners)

    Model Railroading Tips: HO Scale Trackwork (for beginners)

    Looking for something to do during the pandemic? Looking to get into the hobby? Join us for our first How To Model Railroad Tips! More to come soon! Don't fo...
    • Pro Rail Productions
    • Media item
    • ho scale model railroad trackwork
    • Comments: 2
    • Category: Track Planning and Design
  17. HybridHobby

    Open House Non Stop Trains

    Hey everyone, thought I would share this with you guys. Its from the Spring. Hope you enjoy it over the Thanksgiving Holiday! https://youtu.be/N5fxJdx9akg?list=PLqNk2i8Sm70YLU-M13n5lM4uurYYxVQ72
  18. TeenyTinyPaintBrush

    Custom HO figures?

    Hi there! Brand new to this website. I just had a question, and I figured you go to the experts when wanting the best answers! I'm currently painting custom HO figures and I selling them on Etsy (Just started in October) and other places. I was just wondering what figures people are looking for...
  19. engineerkyle

    Farm Silos

    Hi All, In the 1940's, these glass lined, air tight silos were a symbol of prestige throughout the Midwest. Then, they began to exhibit defects, especially in the conveyor systems. This, coupled with farm failures in subsequent decades, led to the familiar glossy blue silos symbolizing...
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    Benchwork for an Ho helix or "Doughnut Delema"

    Happy new year! Can someone tell me the best way to design benchwork to support an HO helix, which is basically a doughnut table! I would like to be able to shimmy up inside the doughnut hole for repair work. I am using L girder benchwork. The helix is for two levels about 18 inched...




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