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Modeling a wire fence line
Video: How to model a wire fence lineSubscriber Only Article
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Expert tip rock molds
Video: How to pour Hydrocal rock moldsSubscriber Only Article
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Model Railroader basic training video: Quick model railroad scenery
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How to model water with resinSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to use some basic airbrushing techniques
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How to use basic airbrushing techniques part III - cleaning your airbrush
Video: How to use basic airbrushing techniques part III - cleaning your airbrush
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MRR122111 Basics 5 plaster cloth
Model Railroader basic training video: How to install plaster cloth
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Video: How to use cardboard strips for model railroad scenery
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Video: How to add coupler box screws to an Athearn freight carSubscriber Only Article
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cutting rails
Model Railroader basic training: How to cut rails
Featured in the November 2012 issue
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Video: Sealing powdered pastels
Learn how to weather freight car models with powdered pastels and clear sealer
Clamps for structure modeling
Video: Clamps for structure model buildingSubscriber Only Article
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tapping screw holes
Video: How to tap screw holes
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cementing painted plastic parts
Video Cementing painted plastic partsSubscriber Only Article
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air compressor
Video: Air compressor connections for model railroadersSubscriber Only Article
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Expert tip heat shrink tubing
Video: How to use heat shrink tubingSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to weather with drybrushing
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Basic training video laying track
Model Railroader basic training video: How to lay model railroad track
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Working with static grass
Video: How to work with static grassSubscriber Only Article
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Video: Operating a model railroad like an old head
Featured in the April 2010 issue
Model Railroader Executive Editor Andy Sperandeo shares operating tips
How to model rust weathering with artists oils
Video: How to model rust weathering with artist’s oilsSubscriber Only Article
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How to add momentum effects to your DCC locomotives
Video: How to add momentum effects to your Digital Command Control (DCC) locomotivesSubscriber Only Article
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The Operators video: Using Digital Command Control (DCC) sound realistically
Featured in the December 2010 issue
Model Railroader contributing editor Andy Sperandeo runs his HO scale Atlas Alco S-2 that's equipped with a SoundTraxx Tsunami Digital Command Control (DCC) sound decoder
Video: How to use basic airbrushing techniques - weathering freight carsSubscriber Only Article
Featured in the December 2012 issue
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MRR122111 Basics 7 tools
Model Railroader basic training video: Essential tools for model railroaders
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railjoiners
Model Railroader basic training: How to install rail joiners
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feeder wires
Model Railroader basic training video: How to install feeder wires
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Video: How to use an NMRA gauge
Featured in the November 2011 issue
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Expert Tip adhesives for structures
Video: Adhesives for structure modelsSubscriber Only Article
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Expert Tips Removing locomotive shells
Video: Removing locomotive shellsSubscriber Only Article
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Expert Tip straight cuts for benchwork
Video: Making straight cuts for benchwork
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Expert tips basic steam locomotive weathering
Video: Basic steam locomotive weathering
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How to install a fascia to a layout
Video: How to install a fascia to a layoutSubscriber Only Article
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How to model simple hoses
Video: How to model simple hosesSubscriber Only Article
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How to model a patchout
Video: How to model a "patch out" freight carSubscriber Only Article
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How to make and install puffball trees
Video: How to make and install puffball treesSubscriber Only Article
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How to model a roof with paper
Video: How to model a roof with paperSubscriber Only Article
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How to add mounting pins to a fence
Video: How to add mounting pins to a fenceSubscriber Only Article
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How to paint couplers
Video: How to paint couplers
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Using a nibbler to make door and window openings
Video: How to use a nibbler to make door and window openings
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Modeling a parking lot
Video: How to model a parking lotSubscriber Only Article
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Mounting removable billboards
Video: How to mount a removable billboardSubscriber Only Article
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Cleaning locomotive wheels
Video: How to clean locomotive wheelsSubscriber Only Article
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Wet sampling glossy paint
Video: How to determine how paint will look when it's gloss-coated before applicationSubscriber Only Article
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How to weather with makeup sponges
Video: How to weather with makeup spongesSubscriber Only Article
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How to model broken glass in an abandoned building
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How to model discarded ties
Video: How to model discarded tiesSubscriber Only Article
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How to weather with paint washes
Video: How to weather with paint washesSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to weather model railroad trackSubscriber Only Article
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Checking car weight
Video: Checking car weightSubscriber Only Article
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How to make waves on modeled water
Video: How to make waves on modeled water
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How to decal number boards
Video: How to decal number boardsSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to adjust wheelset gaugeSubscriber Only Article
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Making Plexiglas safety fence
Video: Making Plexiglas safety fenceSubscriber Only Article
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Videos: Track enhancing tipsSubscriber Only Article
How to use sand for gravel driveways
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How to unstick paint jar caps
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The Operators video special: Mail and express train car models
Featured in the July 2010 issue
Model Railroader Executive Editor Andy Sperandeo shows you some of his mail and express train car models
How to make realistic scenery
Video series: How To Build Realistic Scenery
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Checking HO couplers
Video: Checking HO couplersSubscriber Only Article
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Two quick painting tips
Video: Two quick painting tipsSubscriber Only Article
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How to weather rust using pastels
Video: How to weather rust using pastels
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How to simulate nail holes
Video: How to simulate nail holesSubscriber Only Article
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How to remove part seams on a plastic model
Video: How to remove part seams on a plastic modelSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to wire a model railroad layoutSubscriber Only Article
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How to wire a model train layout for DCC-Boosters and circuit breakers
Video: How to wire a model train layout for Digital Command Control (DCC) part I: Boosters and circuit breakersSubscriber Only Article
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How to make tinted tail lights and turn signals on HO scale automobiles
Video: How to make tinted tail lights and turn signals on HO scale automobilesSubscriber Only Article
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How to work with light colored decals
Video: How to work with light colored decalsSubscriber Only Article
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How to drybrush static grass for model railroad scenery
Video: How to drybrush static grass for model railroad scenerySubscriber Only Article
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How to use suitcase connectors to wire your model train layout
Video: How to use suitcase connectors to wire your model train layoutSubscriber Only Article
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How to fold etched-metal parts
Video: How to fold etched-metal partsSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to paint turnout points on model railroad trackSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to use the Kadee Gripper to work on model train carsSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to remove factory-printed lettering from freight car modelsSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to wire a model train layout for Digital Command Control (DCC) part II: Bus wiringSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to add dust effects to locomotive modelsSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to surface your decalsSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to blacken turnout frogs on model railroad trackSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to pack up your model trainsSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to wire a model train layout for Digital Command Control (DCC) part III: Feeder wires and system testingSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to paint wheelsets on model train carsSubscriber Only Article
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Video: How to use spray primer on plastic partsSubscriber Only Article
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How to Build Realistic Reliable Track
Featured in the June 2009 issue

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