A hobby adventure
A number of small companies and consortiums have been producing 3D printed freight cars over the last several years. Many of the models have reflected post-WW2 prototypes but that has started to change.
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Another installment on the Minster Branch project has arrived from Dave Campbell. Here’s his report.
With the benchwork in place, it was time to get serious about developing the first scene on my new layout. It’s the section of Saint Marys, Ohio, up to the wye that marks the beginning of the Minster Branch. The lead photo above was how this section appeared in the last update.
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Another RPM season is beginning! A couple of railroad prototype modeler (RPM) events have already occurred this year. The calendar ahead is chock full of more.
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I am frequently asked how I drill all the holes in my freight car kits. I’ve made mention in past posts that I use motorized drills to make easy work of the tasks. I guess it’s time to feature those tools.
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I closed out the year hosting an operating session on the HO scale B&O Wheeling Freight Terminal. Crews worked hard to move the inbound freight to awaiting customers and pull the outbound cars.
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