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A number of years ago in a Model Railroader Magazine, was published an article on DIY photo-etching. How difficult is this to set up and can any-one direct me to a good source for information on this subject?
Douglas,
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What formula would you use to scale “weight” in a model? If a prototype locomotive weighs 200 tons what should a HO scale locomotive weigh? I know models can’t be so heavy but I’m curious to know.
I purchased a Noch briefcase diorama the Tirol
# 87090. To my surprise there are no operating instructions
Is there anyway I can retrieve one ? Or is there a u tube Vedic
I can refer to? I would appreciate any help.
I am new at this Hobby.
Hi, I have a Piko 55272 switch machine. Do I have to have a piko switch decoder and control panel to control this unit? Or can I just use a toggle switch and connect it to a DC or AC power source?
thanks you – John