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This video series, hosted by Michael Gross, will teach you the simple “how-to” workshop techniques you need to know to take an HO scale electric train set and make it a scenic model railroad.
We’ll show you how to build a 4×8 model train table (benchwork) from plywood, lay sections of track, create easy realistic scenery using foam and paint, assemble model buildings, and wire your layout with a DC power pack.
When you’re done, you’ll have a railroad that operates well and looks real. Our techniques would work in N, O, S, G, or Z scale also. This video is scene 7, Scenery part 1 how-to.
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hi everyone ,if anyone else needs to find out about how to build a model railway layout try Vaxicorn Railroaders Membership Guide (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my neighbor got great results with it.
interesting points ,if anyone else trying to find out building a model railroad try Stiklind Model Train Fixer (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my buddy got cool success with it.
Does it have to be a gravel company? why not coal?
lol.. I messed up and bought a 3/4 inch foam sheet… he he. pretty shallow lakes ahead!
Very instructive movie. It´s gonna help me a lot!
here's a few things for diy railroad layout construction
Find a suitable set of plans online
Find a mate who wants to build one too so you have another person to help you
(I discovered these and the reasons they work on Jareks hobby club site )
There are several factors in diy railroad layouts. One plan I found which successfully combines these is the Jareks Hobby Club (google it if you're interested) without a doubt the no.1 resource i've seen. look at all the interesting info .
I have the complete DVD in my computer.
What kind of trains are running on this layout ?
There are several suggestions for diy railroad layout construction
Find a suitable set of plans online
Find a mate who wants to build one too so you have someone to help you
(I learned these and the reasons they work from Jareks Hobby Club website )