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    New fence for freight yard

    Gel pen for the graffiti Cool, I've been using markers for different colored brick. I've never seen a brick wall with all bricks the exact same color. And I have a white fine tip marker for signs, etc. But the gel tip looks real good too. Thanks Jim
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    Gondola & Flat car loads

    Blake Great work on the loads. I like the weathering on the gondolas too. Is the deck on the flat original or one of the laser cut wood detail parts? Jim
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    New fence for freight yard

    Strthoky Nice fence. I've done some with tulle before and it is great stuff for chain link fencing. But the car! The weathering on the GTW car looks great. And what did you use for the grafitti, decals? Jim
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    Amtrak Turboliners

    Hi There are no US trains based on this proto that I know of. You might what to check the Japanese manufacturers for intercity trains. I have seen some that come close. Check out: http://japanese-trains.com/ Jim
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    British N-Scale layout

    Pictures Thanks for posting the photos. It is especially nice to see a UK based layout. When do we get to see your current work? Jim
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    Realism...

    Sound You can also check out the latest Model Railroader. It has an article on equiping locos with sound. Includes details for the Bachmann Spectrum 2-8-0 with great pictures. Jim
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    Very Small Motors

    Who makes those DC-3 models? Are they really N-scale? TIA Jim
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    Bachmann Rolling Stock

    I use a round needle file to enlarge the hole in MT trucks to fit the Bachmann bolster and secure the truck with the bachmann screw. The file I have is real close to the bolster size so I know I'e filed enough when the file can pass all the way through the hole.
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    Christmas...

    Luis I hope you can do a little more research. Or at least look further. Both loco's sell for at least half that here in the US or other web sites (or where you quoting Euro's?). As far as quality, these are both older LL's and do not have the split frame chassis. The E is heavy and does...
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    N Scale 1970 Superbird?

    The superbird was produced by "Racing Champions". The car I have is dated 1997. These 1/144 scale metal cars came out in a number of packages around that time. Many are racing type cars, funny cars, Winston cup, etc. They did produce some regular cars and pick ups. While listed as 1/144 scale...
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