Crossing your tracks: a rural crossing makes your train set look authentic
Article Abstract:
Step-by-step instructions are presented for making a crossing for a model railroad layout. Balsa or basswood planks are used to fill in the rails, and real dirt is used to construct a dirt road.
Publication Name: Boys' Life
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0006-8608
Year: 1993
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Two-color model cars
Article Abstract:
Step-by-step instructions for painting a model car with two or more colors are presented. Drafting tape is used to cover the first color before spraying the second one.
Publication Name: Boys' Life
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0006-8608
Year: 1992
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Dirt for dioramas
Article Abstract:
Real dirt can be used for a diorama or model train layout. It can be strained to sift out larger grains and then glued on with carpenter's glue.
Publication Name: Boys' Life
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0006-8608
Year: 1993
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