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    Thomas model project: Spray or brush?

    As of recently I decided to spray paint my hornby Thomas with Tamyia french blue with white Mr hobby surface 1000 and Tamyia white primer to ensure that the blue is vibrant. Now as for a further notion, I am wondering if I should spray the smoke box black, or just hand paint all of the black...
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    Paint stripping solution

    Okay, so I found a gloss varnish for Vallejio's metal colors. I did test it on the matt surface on the smokebox, and I am happy with the results. (Note: I got this one, for it's one that can be used in an airbrush, straight from the bottle.)
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    Paint stripping solution

    Update: I painted my Thomas model up for a second time, however, with the slight bumps that happened in the process, I've decided to redo it for a third try, but this time striping the paint with Magic Strip from Deluxe Materials. However, after careful consideration, I now plan to give a gloss...
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    Paint stripping solution

    So, when making the second attempt on my Thomas model, I ran into some issues and possibly didn't let the primer set enough. Now I do think it's a much better job than my first attempt, I do want to strip it down and re-prime it again. However, I don't want to remove the funnel, handrails...
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    DCC Choices: Again.

    Update: A person from TCS got back to me and said that the decoder I was looking at can handle a smoke unit. So, I bought it, and now it's in my possession.
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    DCC Choices: Again.

    I looked that up, it's a control system. I already have a Roco Z21. I'm looking for a decoder for the loco. (Also, excuse me if my tone seemed blunt. I don't mean for it to be so.)
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    DCC Choices: Again.

    So while working on the lamps I've resin printed for my coming model of Thomas, a thought suddenly struck me. "With the decoders, I've presently got, it'll only work on DCC." Now, while filming and modeling, this wouldn't usually be an issue. However, at some point in the near future, I would...
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    Way to get best finish?

    Update: Due to some factors that left me unsatisfied, I officially decided to redo my Thomas model again. (I say model due to the next model I will get for the base will be the generic 0-6-0 that Hornby created with Thomas's mold.) That said though. Everything I've learned so far from the...
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    Way to get best finish?

    So working on my hornby Thomas, I've managed to get the parts from south eastern finecast on it and now trying figure out the best way to get a really smooth finish on the putty and model filler so it wouldn't have any cracks or bumps on it. (I please don't just say sanding. For I have been and...
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    Function Mapping.

    I think this answers what I'm asking. I'll give it a try when I get the decoders.
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    Function Mapping.

    So with how I've previously mentioned that I had an interest in the Zimo MX600R as a primary decoder. I looked a bit more and found that the MX623R is the next best thing in Zimo's stream of decoders. However, now with two of these being ordered from the streamlined backstop, I'm trying to find...
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    Fleischmann turntable: Dcc conversion.

    I think I might give this a try. Though this will mean I will need to find a new control dial for the turntable.
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    Fleischmann turntable: Dcc conversion.

    Recently a thought struck me after thinking about possibly making permanent made sets for filming with my OO/HO scale models. "Since the tidmouth sheds on my Layout may not work for certain reasons and my volmer roundhouse kits not selling, why not make a filming version of the sheds using the...
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    DCC decoders: what should I use?

    My bad. My apologies for replying too soon.
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    DCC decoders: what should I use?

    I’ll certainly look into all of these. Thank you.
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    DCC decoders: what should I use?

    With what you said, I guess the SDH166D from Digitrax, or another by them might do the job.
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    DCC decoders: what should I use?

    Well as a matter of fact, I planned on ordering the decoder from Amazon so it could arrive on time. Just need to know which one would be the best one to choose for the task of having smoke and lights.
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    DCC decoders: what should I use?

    Only one that actually does sell anything hobby wise. I was actually going to think about asking any of their staff for their input for DCC decoders, but since I’m still yet to learn how to drive a car, let alone own one, (not to mention the lack of bus stops in my area which is actually...
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    DCC decoders: what should I use?

    Still though. I wouldn’t mind finding a good substitute to the Zimo decoder on Amazon. Back in the day, there was this tradition that my family did for Christmas, where we had this train display running on a table. It may be unusual for this, but if there is a chance where I can complete my...
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    DCC decoders: what should I use?

    I think like 20 to 30 dollars for shipping. (May need to double check.) Which why I’m trying to find another decoder that is similar to the MX600R by another company on Amazon.




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