Model railroading newsletter with lots of tips and tricks to improve your skills and help you enjoy the hobby ..read more

Here is the April edition of Tracks, containing lots of information, tips and tricks for model railroaders of all ages and all gauges ..read more

Model railroading newsletter with lots of tips and tricks to improve your skills and help you enjoy the hobby ..read more

The official newsletter of Building Your Model Railroad with tips, tricks, videos and how-to information that you can apply to your own railroad modeling ..read more

Choose the right material: A popular choice for creating water effects is clear silicone rubber, which can be tinted with food coloring to create different water hues. Prepare the surface: Clean the area where you want to place the water and apply a layer of white glue to create a smooth surface. Tint the silicone: If desired, add food coloring to the silicone to create the desired water hue. You can also add a drop of blue or green food coloring to simulate depth. Pour the silicone: Pour the silicone rubber onto the surface, using a palette knife or similar tool to spread it evenly. Create su ..read more

Installing a DCC decoder in an N Scale locomotive can open up a world of possibilities when it comes to customizing your model railway. With a Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder, you’ll be able to control the speed, direction, and lighting of your locomotives with precision accuracy. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at how to install a DCC decoder in an N Scale locomotive. Before you begin installing the decoder, it’s important to make sure that you have all the necessary tools and materials on hand. You will need: an insulated Phillips-head screwdriver; tools for removing screws from t ..read more

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2023 New Year's Edition of Tracks, a favorite newsletter for beginners and experts ..read more

To all who love Christmas and Trains and to all their families and friends, Merry Christmas, and may the Joy and the Spirit of the Season be upon you all, now and throughout the New Year ..read more

Troubleshooting your model railroad is just as much a part of model railroading as building the train layout. There will always be something that needs fixing ..read more