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"How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery" 3rd Edition is a Model Railroader Book from the Kalmbach Publishing Company. Author: Dave Frary. Features: * An excellent paperback reference guide for creating scenery so true-to-life it fools the eye! This updated edition reflects the new developments in modeling materials and techniques, as well as containing detailed full color how-to photographs. * LEARN HOW TO plan your scenery and - * build the forms and shells that support your layout * make scale rocks and rubble * create trees and foliage for all 4 seasons * use texture to add depth to your layout * model realistic bodies of water * build a foreground and add a backd
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Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles brings together more than 20 years of Model Railroader articles on bridges and trestles, providing a single reference for building sturdy and stunning model bridges. (For both N Scale and Ho Scale). Features: * Number of Pages: 152. * From: Model Railroader. * Includes plans for the Gloucester Draw bridge.
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"Basic Trackwork for Model Railroaders", by Jeff Wilson, is a Model Railroad Product from Kalmbach Publishing Company. Features: * This book offers a step-by-step photographic approach for installing sturdy trackwork, including fitting the roadbed, laying sectional or flexible track, and finishing the track with lineside details. * Installing turnouts, cleaning and maintaining trackwork, and other special techniques suitable for a layout of any size or scale are also covered in this book. * An essential reference that makes it easy for you to assemble the trackwork you need for smooth, dependable, and realistic model railroad operations. * Softcover with gloss coating. * Mo
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"The Model Railroader's Guide to Bridges, Trestles & Tunnels" is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. Author: Jeff Wilson Perfect for Intermediate & Skilled Beginning Model Railroaders. Features: * An excellent paperback reference. * Learn how to re-create numerous types of railroad and highway bridges based on prototype designs. * Techniques are demonstrated for modeling, painting, weathering, and installing the models on a layout. * Overviews of each structure's history, construction and purpose. * Specific details for modeling iron and steel truss bridges, plate girder bridges, concrete bridges, lift bridges, tunnels, and more! Historic & contemporar
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"Creative Toy Train Track Plans" is a Classic Toy Trains Book from the Kalmbach Publishing Company Hobby Magazine Line. Author: Neil Besougloff. Features: * This book offers 16 realistic, distinct O gauge themed layout plans. * Essential information on brands and types of sectional track. * Complete listings of track and accessories needed to construct each of the included track plans. * Plenty of photos (64 color and 16 black & white) and illustrations (48). * 3-D views of each layout. * Actual photographs of prototype trains, stations, locations and trackside features. * Softcover with gloss coating.
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This is the Model Railroader Book "Detailing Freight Cars" from Kalmbach Publishing Company Author: Jeff Wilson. Features: * Perfect bound; paperback. * An excellent how-to guide with step-by-step photos that lead you to making freight cars look as realistic as your layout! This book provides information and tips about (which apply to all scales): * Adding brake and underbody details * Upgrading couplers and trucks * Weathering and painting * Using accurate decals for placards and markings * Replacing running boards and body details * Making realistic freight loads More than 200 photos and diagrams.
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Inside this book you'll find everything you need to know to build one of nine interesting N Scale track plans. And that's not all, there are lots of interesting tips and instructions to help you have the most fun running trains. Features: * Number of Pages: 59. * Illustrations: Black and White. * Large, clear diagrams of (9) interesting layouts. * Layout planning and construction made easy through instructions and photos. * A complete list of All Atlas products needed for each layout. * Hints on How To Scenic Your Railroad. * Tips that will help to eliminate frustration. * For intermediate and advanced modelers.
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HO Layouts for Every Space is the fully updated and revised edition of Atlas' most popular railroad instruction book. This book picks up where the #9 book (ALTZ0009) leaves off, giving you the blueprints for more advanced layouts HO-13 to HO-23. Features: * Number of Pages: 52. * Illustrations: Black and White. * 11 unique HO layouts (variety of sizes and shapes). * Easy to use product lists, with item # for all layouts. * Clear installations diagrams for electrical components. * Two "new" layouts, Atlas classics, updated for today's modeler. * Layout variation to assure wide variety of train operations. * Learn how to: Plan your model railroad, all about track diagrams, bu
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This is the first user-friendly, modern, and up-to-date model railroading wiring book for all scales and levels of expertise! This book is compatible with most systems. Features: * Number of Pages: 56. * Illustrations: Black and White. * Extensive glossary. * Basic, intermediate and advanced techniques. * Full descriptions and diagrams of Atlas wiring components. * Tips and shortcuts on how to avoid common pitfalls. * Precise installation information for all types of accessories and control panels.
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Inside this book you'll find seven track plans that were designed to fit into spaces both large and small. So whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced model railroader, you'll find a railroad that best fits your space. Features: * Number of Pages: 52. * Illustrations: Black and White. * Large, clear diagrams of (7) interesting layouts. * Layout planning and construction (step-by-step instructions and photos). * Complete and simple wiring instructions and guidelines. * Hints on how to scenic our railroad with buildings, paint, and landscaping. * Tips that will eliminate mistakes and frustration.
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Update and revised into a handy, easy-to-follow format, this advanced layout instruction book will help you create your railroad empire. This book offers you six interesting layout plans in various shapes and sizes, geared toward the experienced model railroader who is willing to put in a lot of time and creativity in producing a railroad which will last for years and years. Features: * For levels 2&3. * Six layouts with four jumbo 11"x17" plans. * Each plan is designed for a (2) train operation and is drawn in a big 2" to the foot scale. * Railroads that feature "cookie-cutter" construction. * Detailed instructions for layout construction, scenery and more. * Complete list
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"Blueprints for Ten True-Track Layouts" is a Level 1 HO Scale Book from Atlas. Features: * This book will introduce you to the exciting world of model railroading and Atlas HO True-Track. With prototypical looking plastic roadbed that detaches from premium nickel silver HO Code 83 track. True-Track takes care of your ballasting with its molded gray roadbed. * True-Track sections snap together easily so building layouts is quick and easy for everyone! * This book contains the following. * *Blueprints for 10 basic layouts (plus 2 variations). * *Complete list of Atlas products needed for each layout. * *Simple wiring instructions. * *Hints on how to scenic your railroad.
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This is the HO & N Scale Railroads Fantastic Layouts Booklet from Atlas Model Railroad Co. Features: * Choosing the right Atlas fantastic layout is as easy as opening this great reference booklet! * It's all here--all the Atlas layouts from every one of the Atlas HO and N scale layout instruction books, plus 4 new True-Track layouts, at a glance. * Diagrams of all 54 classic (plus 4 new True-Track) Atlas fantastic layouts. * Information about each layout including its size, skill level and unique features. * A list and description of every Atlas layout book. * All of the layouts described in this booklet can be built by follow- ing detailed instructions in one of the seven
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N SCALE fun starts here! Open this book for an introduction into the world of ATLAS N scale. Newcomers will find it easy to construct and wire the layouts in this book. Features: * Number of Pages: 38. * Illustrations: Black and White. * Diagrams for 9 basic layouts. * Large, clear diagrams showing layout size and track locations. * Quick, reference table size guide. * Simple wiring instructions and guidelines. * Instructions on building simple benchwork for your layout and more.
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Success Starts Here!! Open this book and enter the world of ATLAS--the thoughtful model railroader's choice for quality, value and performance. Features: * Number of Pages: 44. * Illustrations: Black and White. * Lots of tips and the latest advances in model railroading technology. * Blueprints for 12 basic layouts that allow for future expansion. * Comprehensive list of all Atlas track needed for each layout. * Large, clear diagrams and photos to visually guide you through each step. * Complete and simple wiring instructions and guidelines. * Learn how to create a realistic environment with buildings, paint and landscaping.
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This is a Model Railroading Made "E-Z" with Bachmann's E-Z Track System Book II from Bachmann. Features: * Glossy softcover 50 page book. * Includes techniques helpful for the beginner as well as the advanced rail modeler. * Includes detailed color photographs. * Contents include. * -The Bachmann E-Z Track System. * -Try-it-first track planning. * -Building wood benchwork. * -Tabletop layout construction. * -Simple super-detailed track. * -The plug-in wiring system. * -Track weathering & ballasting. * -Sky backdrops, townsites & riverbeds. * -Shaping tunnels with foam panels. * -Lightweight foam & plaster hills and valleys. * -Rocks, retaining walls & bridges. * -A texture
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This is the "Tourist Trains Guidebook" from Kalmbach. Features: * Perfect bound; paperback. * This book is both a guidebook with detailed information about 150 of the best tourist trains and rail museums in the US and Canada, as well as a directory of almost 300 more interesting train rides, museums, and historic depots. * You'll learn what's worth seeing, when to go, and what features each site has to offer. * Each listing has a photo and directions for getting there. * Listings are organized by state and indexed for easy use. * A discount card is enclosed which offers savings at select sites covered in the guidebook. * Updated annually.
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This is the "Tourist Trains Guidebook" Volume 2 from Kalmbach. Features: Second edition paperback book This book is both a guidebook with detailed information about the best tourist trains and rail museums in the US and Canada, as well as a directory of 450 interesting train rides, dinner trains, museums, trolleys and historic depots You'll learn what's worth seeing, when to go, and what features each site has to offer Each listing has a photo and directions for getting there Listings are organized by state and indexed for easy use A discount card is enclosed which offers savings at select sites covered in the guidebook Updated annually.
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This is the "Wiring Your Toy Train Layout" Book from Kalmbach Publishing. Features: * Softcover book gives the information you need to start wiring your toy train layout today. * Even if you can't tell a track lockon from the back of a Z-4000 transformer, you can still wire a simple or sophisticated toy train layout with the help of this book. * Using non-technical language and clear, illustrated examples, this book walks you through many of the common wiring situations you'll encounter as you build your own operating layout. * You'll find. * Electrical principles explained in terms you can easily understand. * Steps to wiring a simple, yet expandable toy train layout. * Pr
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This is the Classic Toy Trains Book "Get Started in Toy Trains" from Kalmbach Publishing Company. Features: * An excellent staple bound, paperback reference booklet provides basic information that introduces you to the collecting and running of toy trains. * Provides a clear guide on where to buy toy trains, what to look look for, and how to get started building a layout. * This booklet also provides tips on storage, display, and cleaning. * Detailed and easy-to-follow how-to advice. * Diagrams and full-color photos.
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"Trackwork for Toy Trains", by Peter H Riddle, is a Classic Toy Trains Product from Kalmbach Publishing Company. Features: This book covers the basics of O gauge track, sectional track for train sets, scale like track and working with track components An essential reference that makes it easy for you to assemble the trackwork you need for smooth, dependable, and realistic model railroad operations Softcover with gloss coating More than 250 color photographs and diagrams.
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"Wiring Handbook for Toy Trains", by Ray L Plummer is a Classic Toy Trains Product from Kalmbach Publishing Company. Features: This book is designed to give you a solid understanding of traditional, non-electronic wiring for toy train layouts The handbook describes how to: - Master the basics of electricity and wiring - Hook up transformers, switches and other components - Select, connect and solder wire - Operate two trains using block or cab control - Wire accessories and replace controllers - Maintain and troubleshoot a layout Softcover with gloss coating 65 color photographs.
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This is the "Realistic Modeling for Toy Trains - A Hi-Rail Guide" Classic Toy Trains Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. Author: Dennis Brennan. Features: * An excellent perfect bound, paperback reference. * Highly detailed photos and step-by-step instructions. * By following the books techniques you will be able to: * Plan an interesting and fun hi-rail model railroad * Incorporate toy train accessories into realistic settings * Model with common materials such as yardsticks and masking tape * Build a variety of kits and kitbash original structures * Use HO buildings to create a cityscape * Ballast track and weather rails * Create a harbor with a rocky shoreline * Add b
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This is the Command Control For Toy Trains (2nd Edition) by Kalmbach Books. Features: Written by former Classic Toy Trains editor Neil Besougloff and revised by current CTT editor Carl Swanson Includes the latest tips for operating Lionel's Legacy Control System, MTH's Digital Command System (DCS), and Lionel's earlier TrainMaster Command Control (TMCC) Understand how command control works Select the best system for your layout Connect transformers and system components Operate trains and accessories with a handheld controller Run multiple locomotives at the same time Use DCS and TMCC on the same layout 103 pages.
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This is the Greenberg's Guides American Flyer 1946 - 2008 Pocket Price Guide from Kalmbach. Features: Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide The data needed before buying, selling, or trading any American Flyer or S gauge train is within the pages of this guide Provides you with current market prices for American Flyer trains produced between 1946 and 2008 Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations Pricing information is provided for items in good or excellent condition.
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This is the Greenberg's Guides American Flyer 1946 - 2009 Pocket Price Guide from Kalmbach. Features: Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide The data needed before buying, selling, or trading any American Flyer or S gauge train is within the pages of this guide Provides you with current market prices for American Flyer trains produced between 1946 and 2009 Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations Pricing information is provided for items in good or excellent condition.
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This is the Greenberg's Guides American Flyer 1946 - 2010 Pocket Price Guide from Kalmbach. Features: * Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide. * The data needed before buying, selling, or trading any American Flyer or S gauge train is within the pages of this guide. * Provides you with current market prices for American Flyer trains produced between 1946 and 2010. * Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations. * Pricing information is provided for items in good or excellent condition.
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This is the Greenberg's Guides Lionel Trains 1901 - 2008 Pocket Price Guide from Kalmbach. Features: Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide Provides you with the data you need before buying, selling or even trading any Lionel toy trains Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations Pricing information is provided for numerically listed items in good, excellent, or new condition Also offers tips about how and where to buy toy trains, and insuring your collection.
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This is the Greenberg's Guides Lionel Trains 1901 - 2010 Pocket Price Guide from Kalmbach. Features: * Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide. * Provides you with the data you need before buying, selling or even trading any Lionel toy trains. * Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations. * Pricing information is provided for numerically listed items in good, excellent, or new condition. * Also offers tips about how and where to buy toy trains, and insuring your collection.
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