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I wiped out my blog entry since I was getting an error thinking if I started over i MIGHT GET IT FIXED now it says I can not start a blog till the administrator lets me. So admin please let me I like to blog Thanks

How do you get the blogger activated? It allowed me to create a blog I just can not add to it

Hello all I have built a few structures and weathered them with chalks. I would like to know what to use to fix the chalk so it doesn't come off any ideas? Some of the buildings are wood others are plastic if that matters...

Hello I am new to this but will be building Weimer's Grist Mill by Branchline Trains.

I have been reading the threads and thought it would be nice to get a list of colors / brands of acrylic paints used to make the models we see. For instance i am using a color called Linen made by Folk Art to paint concrete on plastic kits. It seemds to be working well. What color's are you...

I am getting readt to start my new layout an I hae thought about my first stubling block. From previous layouts I used cork roadbed under the track. The new layout is Set in 1950. I sorta think the cork roadbed looks too high. What I am modeling is a branchline point to point. I have watched...

I Have a question and hope someone can help. I have a 1 gallon jug of elmers white glue I want to mix it with water to make scenic cement like is used by woodland scenics the problem is how much should I thin it and get god results. I mixed the first batch half and half and it did not spray near...

Hello I am getting ready to add scenery to my model railroad and I am looking for some tips. I'm modeling the C&O in the moutains and I have various shades of woodland scenic grasses, clump flage etc. Can they all be used together or should only certain colors be used. I have looked and seen no...

Hello I know this question may sound stupid but how do you get super glue to hold woodland scenic white metal castings together. I have tried 2 different super glues and neither will work. I cleaned the parts by soaking in a bowl of dish liquid and let them air dry, still no luck. One idea I...

I have a question on trackwork. I just started laying track on a new layout. I am using foam for the top and I have an area that has a small hump. I have ran test trains over it with no problem. My question is does the trackwork need to be silky smooth? I also was wondering if all track joints...

I have just completed two small modules with foam top for my layout. When I joined the two ends together the foam on one side where the two joined was a hair higher. Can the foam be sanded to get the foam level with the wood supports that attache the modules? To make the question simplier can I...

Hello I have the Danby Sawmill kit and while reading through the written instructions it refers to a template in different areas. Could someone e-mail or send me a copy of the tempate or have a number or e-mail for keystone. The kit has all the parts still in the bags just no templates just...

Hello I have the kit Austinburg Lumber by JV Models. I have read the instructions and I am confused about where the left side connects to the strucure. If anyone has built the kit could give me some tips also some pictures of the completed kit wold help...

I have been looking around the gauge for a few weeks and reading some great articles. I have a layout currently which is in a 12 x 20 building. I am currently thinking about changing the layout and i guess in a way down sizing since i am the only one who works on it. I have always modeled kinda...

I just got a PRR 4-8-2 M1 The engine is great except the non working front coupler. I was wondering if anyone has put one on and if so could send me or post information of how to do it. Thanks

My wife ask me to ask the group what other modelers think of her work? Please send honest opionions I will post more when it is done. Thanks Joe & Crystal

I just bought a new Bauchman 2-6-6-2 locomotive. The locomotive runs well however the wires going to the locomotive cause the front tender truck to lift off the track. If I take the tender shell off all stays on the track. I have worked with the wiring harness and I have made it better. I was...

Hello, I am ready to do some ballasting on my ho scale layout and wondering which size of woodland scenics ballast i should use . I am kinda torn between the fine and medium. I have also been told that the woodland scenics ballast does not stay in place well and that i should consider...

Here are my new rocks on my layout

Check out the web page for my layout. I still have some parts under construction but should be done soon. Please send me some comments I like to chat :)