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Shay Quest |
Posted by: cid - 03-31-2024, 02:22 AM - Forum: Swap Meet
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I am in search of an HOn3 two-truck Shay. If you happen to have one wearing a hole in the drawer, I may be your guy. Be real nice if it were running and all there. ??
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Getting started airbrushing? |
Posted by: Amalynn - 03-30-2024, 02:53 PM - Forum: Tools
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So as you all have heard me mention in spots, I have recently moved though I’m still waiting on all of our belongings to arrive at the new place. Notably the old place did not really have any way for me to realistically do air brushing, but the new place does! The downside is that it has to be outside/in the garage, but it certainly opens up new options for me.
I bought the Model Railroader beginners guide to model painting book which had a lot of helpful advise on brush painting as well as airbrushing. I was hoping that maybe the kind folk here might be willing to show how they have things set up, recommend a brush, and answer a couple questions I have.
As far as my questions go, here they are:
1) I need some sort of spray booth type station. Something that can catch overspray and some means of holding the model. Any suggestions on how to set something like that up?
2) What is the difference between the “airbrush ready” paints like Vallejo Model Air and normal paints? Do you have any paint recommendations for paints currently in production?
3) Are there any issues I should be aware of when painting outside? Does it need to be especially warm out or just not freezing?
I appreciate the help.
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Pin vise advise? |
Posted by: Amalynn - 03-30-2024, 02:44 PM - Forum: Tools
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So I have been really struggling with the pin vises I have to get them to work reliably. I’m certain a portion of this is user error but I’ve bought two now and can’t seem to get either to reliably hold on to drill bits. I have one that I bought from Kadee that has four collet sizes and all of the sizes are either too big or too small, and another I bought from micro mark with a spring that just doesn’t seem to want to hold anything bigger than the ten or so smallest bits in my bit set (a 60-90 set). I can just forget holding bigger bits or taps in it, too.
So… What pin vise do you use? Do you have any advise for setting one up?
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HON3 Shay |
Posted by: cid - 03-29-2024, 10:14 PM - Forum: Narrow Gauge, Logging and Mining
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Hello to all from Memphis! I'm looking at this on Ebay:
HO/HOn3 ROUNDHOUSE 2 TRUCK SHAY KIT WITH STRAIGHT BOILER WOOD CAB WISEMAN MODELS.
Has anyone attempted this kit? Maybe there are Youtubes regarding it. Just looking for opinions on feasability.
I'm wanting to do HON3, not sure about the track/code yetAnd, is it doable to install DCC/Sound in this with an appropriate decoder?
And, is it doable to install DCC/Sound in this with an appropriate decoder?
I guess I'm really asking six questions, have not even researched it, just looking for ideas!
Someone tell me I'm crazy...
Thanks!
Cid
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Testors Easy Lift Off |
Posted by: LiveSteamer - 03-26-2024, 10:53 AM - Forum: Tips and Tricks
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Ok here is a question that I need answered before I place an order. Has anyone ever used the Testors Easy Lift Off Paint & Decal Remover? I need to remove paint off two of my engines so I can get them ready for paint. My other engines I didn't have to remove the paint because the paint covered everything up. The two shells I have didn't work out as planned and you can see the lettering and decals. I know some have used brake fluid and other things but I need something that wont damage the shell.
Thank You
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CSX Heritage Fleet |
Posted by: LiveSteamer - 03-22-2024, 06:40 PM - Forum: US Rails
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Hello All,
Since CSX got on the band wagon and has been painting their heritage, I figured why not start a thread for those that have caught them out and about. Sadly I am to far north to be able to get any pictures of them. The closest CSX main to me in Sandpatch grade and that's over an hour away from home. But that's neither here nor there. I know some don't like how CSX painted their engines but each railroad is different. Anways, if anyone has pictures of them please post them for us to see since we have threads for other railroads that have heritage units.
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