There was discussion here 6 weeks ago about sourcing HOn3 3'7" trucks. The Western Rails folks were mentioned. An order I place 2 weeks ago for ten pairs came in today. I took two closeups to try and

With somewhere between 26 and 735 unfinished projects why not start another? While tuning and 'pairing' up some orphaned/salvaged Grandt 3'7" trucks, cleaning their wheels seemed like a wonderful fina

Just saw these two auctions both with HOn3 stuff...... https://auctions.toystrainsandotheroldstuff.com/auctions/1-ML2K9/ho-and-n-scale-trains-plus-craftsman-kits-brass-ho-hon3 This one has EBT stuff..

Rookie here looking for suggestions on installing wheel wipers for improved pickup in the tank locomotive pictured below. I was thinking of using PC board and Phosphor Bronze sheets (using the Tomar C

Has anyone had experience trying to install couplers on the tender of a PSC C-19? I recently acquired RGS #'s 40 and 41 in new condition. The rear deck of the tender is pre-drilled for a coupler but t

I dug out a Banta kit that I've had for years and built it up. It's the Dallas Hotel (NOW LONG GONE) and I was pleased with it's condition after so long a time in my closet. It survived several moves

Ernie, Here is a photo of my HOn3 model of Flat car 6217. This was built back in September, 2016. Scratch built with Northeastern lumber, ancient Westside Model trucks. It has no additional weight. Th

Art - I think we are beginning to see the limits of 3d printing for our hobby. It is far more practical (and cost effective) for small detailed objects than large bulk constructions for the final "pro

What were common tarp colors in the 30's and 40's. Mark K

Hi, Could I get some of you RGS modelers to please suggest some modeling paint colors that in your opinion best represent the interior and exterior colors for this caboose? I mainly use these brands o

ALL NEW KITS. SOME OPENED FOR INSPECTION, BUT OTHERWISE UNTOUCHED. BTS; 27450 HON3 McCABE BACKWOODS ENGINE HOUSE $50 27475 WESTSIDE LBR CO. CAMP REYNOLDS COOKHOUSE $50 27600 WAYNESBURG & WASH. IAMS ST

Hi all, I'm planning to model these two yards for my layout in the late 40's era. I have most of the structures except for the round houses that will need to be scratch built. I do have the correct si

Looking for someo one familiar with Finescale Miniatures Kit #120--two stall roundhouse. The stalls look awfully small on the box photograph. Anyone know the length of the stalls? Thanks, Bob Herrick

Just want to find a shout out to San Juan and the quick turnaround on a small parts order. Ordered some passenger car roof detail on Feb 8, they were shipped the next day and arrived today Feb 13. Gre

I used dimensions from NMRA data sheets for the Old-Time/Narrow Gauge Era. I found these via Google. I used a Cricut Maker. The finished product was .040 narrow and .015 tall. Hmmmm.... The most inter

I needed more buildings so I built a few over the last couple days Here's a bigger picture https://railwayeng.com/Build/buildings1.jpg

"The RGS Story Vol II Teluride, Pandpra and the Mines Above" Book for sale I have a like new copy of the book in a vinyl dust jacket for sale. Asking prices is $75 +S&H (your choice of priority and ca

Rob, I have not been able to get back to you for some reason, my e-mails keep getting returned.. The White pass Mikados were fairly modern engines and plain janes compared to the K-28s. Wikipedia show

Any info on this model with 2 sand domes? Looks like early stuff maybe 1970 or so. The prototype still running at Dollywood. Looks like a good candidate for a Sagami 1630 which are hard to find. There

Trying to track down one, all the ones I've seen on ebay lately are all the inside frame, not the outside frame. If you have one sitting on a shelf thats looking for a new home, Please let me know. Th