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    Semi-Newbie Here

    Well what I've been doing was going for that basic train theme, but then I got my first 4-6-4 Rivarossi. I now have the 4-6-4, two 2-6-2's, two 0-4-0's, 1 2-6-0, and have lately been working on the Amtrack and overland portions. The latest so far is a Roundhouse 2-6-0 D&RG steamer and...
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    At what point is what your building good enough for you?

    There is a product out there that will pretty much mask the shine of metal if you're going to paint it to match the bridge in any way. It's called "Opaquing", and it basically brushes on like nail polish. You let it dry then simply paint. The good part is you can texture it as you apply, by...
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    Realistic Looking

    I'm going with Picture B w/ 1 slight detail overlook. The coupler hasn't been weathered completely, so it sticks out. Otherwise the background scenery is pretty close to the scale you're after depending on the type of tree. Picture A & C: the rust seems too sporadic. Meaning that top...
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    Semi-Newbie Here

    I know about the DCC operations, but lets say I bought a non-DCC engine and installed the computer. Does this automatically increase the value 2 to 10 fold? The manufacturers I've strayed away from the Tyco side myself and have a good assortment of Bachman, Rivarossi, Roundhouse, etc... just...
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    Semi-Newbie Here

    My wife got me into collecting about 7 years ago when she just started winning ebay auction after auction, etc... Lately I started up the collection again, and probably have enough to do 15+ layouts or so, however it's all packed up so I've no idea what I actually have. Anyway, I figure...
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