Recently I learned about a new, low cost, way of controlling movement in model train layouts. The servo motor. Since I have no experience with this little “can do anything” thingy, I went online to do some research. One of the things I quickly learned was that controlling the servo motor does not work with regular DC volt, but PWM, …
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3D printers are becoming more and more affordable, as is the material we use to print with. I use mostly PLA in my accessory prints, two things to keep in mind though are the strength needed and temperature environment our printed models will be living in. But in general PLA will fit the bill, not only is it the cost-effective …
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When I started building my layout in what used to be my old bedroom (and kidsroom), I needed to find a location for my 6 individual display cases, made from medicine cabinets. Many years ago, I found a good deal at Kmart where they had 6 medicine cabinets on sale for an irresistible price. Being Dutch I could not pass …
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So… Eventually when my moving boxes are all packed out and the big model train room is cleaned up and ready to be worked on, I will have to start with painting the walls and ceiling sky-blue, and of course I want some clouds in there as well. Problem is, I have no idea yet how to paint this, so …
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Since I am still unpacking my moving boxes and cleaning out my little closet, I decided to build a small extension to my main layout in this little closet. Little indeed, only 54x27inch or in the metric system: 137x68cm This way I can spent a little time on my miniature trains, while still working on getting my home back to …
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Literally my last package from the Netherlands before the tariffs in the USA started, and the world stopped shipments to the USA. Previously I purchased two DB-AG coaches to add to my NS Vectron locomotive. This to create a train for my layout that runs between Amsterdam-Berlin vv. Now my model train will consist of the NS Vectron locomotive with …
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My next project will be replicating station Lunteren and surroundings with 3D printed buildings and accessories. This is the town we visit when we are on vacation in the Netherlands with the whole family. We stay in a nearby bungalow park and travel by train, so this will bring great memories to us. To be continued. Valuation station Lunteren.pdf Bla …
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This is an old article from before 2012 A typical Dutch canal bridge. In the 1990’s Pola released, in the master model line, a model of a Dutch canal bridge. Too build the bridge as shown on this picture, you need two of those kits. Unfortunately for me, Pola made just a small number of the kits. This photo above …
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This is an old article from before 2012 Making scenery from artificial flowers, dried flowers and hair braids. In this article I show how artificial flowers, dried flowers and hair braids can be used as materials to make scenery on the model layout, like trees, bushes and hay. To create a forest you will need lots, lots of trees, and …
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This is an old article from before 2012 Artitec model kits and the making of the Rhine motor vessel. The kits from Artitec are different compared to the more classic plastic kits from Walthers, Faller, Kibri and the like. Instead of molded colored plastic parts, it is made from cast resin. Working with resin is done much different then with …
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