by mike | Feb 15, 2021 | Modeling Techniques, The Modeling Conversation, The P48 Experience |
Setting Up Shop Setting up a shop involves understanding the work you want to do and what will allow you to grow as a modeler and achieve your best. This gondola car from Protocraft embodies everything that quarter-inch scale is capable of being. There are few if any...
by mike | Nov 11, 2020 | Modeling Techniques, PS2CD 4427, The Modeling Conversation, The P48 Experience |
Some months ago I made these short sections as the foundation for the end cages of the Pullman Standard covered hopper. As shown in the second image, I made a jig to hold the pieces in place for soldering. My plan was to attach these to the car and fill in with a...
by mike | Oct 19, 2020 | Modeling Techniques, The Modeling Conversation |
I use a lot of 0.005-inch brass sheet to provide the thin cross section of the sheet metal used on freight cars. Until now, I’ve purchased the prepackaged sheets from the hobby shop or craft store. With a decision to pursue brass work more fully, the limited size of...
by mike | Oct 13, 2020 | Modeling Techniques, The Modeling Conversation |
I find it harder to get brass structural shapes like angles and zee sections. I’ve tried mail order but haven’t been happy with the experience. Of the stock I do find, it’s often the wrong size or too coarse. Given all that, I’ve decided to make my own whenever...
by mike | Apr 13, 2020 | OST Believes, PS2CD 4427, The P48 Experience |
I walk down the stairs, flip on the lights, and take the dozen or so steps across the main room into the workshop. After firing up the heater, I pull out the chair at the bench, sit down and turn on the task lights. I’m glad I cleaned up and put tools away from the...