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opera posted an update in the group Model Train Modifications and Installations: i am planning to update my home railroad in the next […]

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 21:47:16 +0100

i am planning to update my home railroad in the next few weeks using fast track o scale or menards o scale track..the two rooms are joined with two lionel bridges..about 1/2 mile of ceiling track.new lights and flat building..it was my first large layout that was build in about 35 years..it needs a new update.my friend and i we hope to complete…

DavoDentetsu posted an update in the group Model Train Modifications and Installations: Match Wagon Pros:*Easier to install (theoretically)

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 05:34:21 +0200

Match Wagon Pros:

*Easier to install (theoretically)
*Can install most types of coupler
*Can result in smoother running

Cons:

*May not be the most realistic method, depending on country preference.

Emergency Coupler Pros:

*Direct loco to MU connection
*Offers more realism for emergency situation recreations
*Less space used

Cons:

*Can be fiddly to fit…

DavoDentetsu posted an update in the group Model Train Modifications and Installations: It's not the end of the world if details go missing. […]

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 05:20:01 +0200

It’s not the end of the world if details go missing. A piece of plastic cut to shape and coloured will go unnoticed unless you happen to be looking on purpose for flaws.

An ED75 receives a new window visor.

DavoDentetsu posted an update in the group Model Train Modifications and Installations: Make a very basic tarpaulin using some tissue paper […]

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 05:15:49 +0200

Make a very basic tarpaulin using some tissue paper and watercolour directly onto the wagon of your choice. This is perfectly fine and long lasting if your wagon lives on your layout. Not happy with the finish? Wet it and remove.

Pennsylvania_421 posted an update in the group Model Train Modifications and Installations: This is an older Bachman N scale 0-6-0 I purchased off […]

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 23:23:04 +0200

This is an older Bachman N scale 0-6-0 I purchased off eBay. I have added a headlight and taillight to the locomotive. I also converted it from rapido couplers to Microtrains.

Shazz posted an update in the group Model Train Modifications and Installations: Here's something a bit different. Nn3 K36. I've got 2. […]

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 09:29:35 +0200

Here’s something a bit different. Nn3 K36. I’ve got 2. The first one I put together then fitted ESU DCC Sound to it. The second was an assembled model. But when I went to fit DCC Sound, found that the brass kit, was glued together using CA glue. Here’s a couple photos I have of each. Gives an idea at how simple but complex the kits…

Shazz posted an update in the group Model Train Modifications and Installations: Just to get the ball rolling Ill post this in here. […]

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:40:28 +0200

Just to get the ball rolling Ill post this in here. NcE power cab. MODIFIED to run independently on its own without having to carry all the panels and cables. Just a 9 volt battery and some alligator clips. Still capable of running with standard NCE SYSTEMS like it was designed to. Still have cable connector and power input jack connector.…

Shazz created the group Model Train Modifications and Installations

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:36:46 +0200