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      This area is dedicated for articles written by members on various aspects of building modules.  Members are encouraged to share their ideas and we will post them regularly so check back often.  Also, check out our regular columnists to see what they are up to.

Corner Rehab

As part of the club's effort in preparing for the NMRA National Convention in 2009, one of the club's corner modules needed a facelift.  Dan DeLany shares the story of how this corner was brought back to life...Read More.
Weathering 101

One of the easiest ways to increase the realism for any model is to add weathering.  Follow along as Dan DeLany shares some of his insights into the process of weathering rolling stock...Read More.
An "Unloaded" Gondola Load

Follow along with Dan DeLany as he builds a model of a CSX gondola featuring an "unloaded" load...Read More.

 
  Proto2000 Electronic Modifications

Follow along with Stu Dom as he shows how to modify the internal electronics of a Proto2000 engine so that its performance is better suited for use with our modular club operating style...Read More
  Lightweight Modules

Follow along with Stu Dom as he shows how to he designed the clubs newest lightweight modules....Read More
  Tortise Brackets

Follow along with Stu Dom as he shows how to he designed Tortise brackets for the new lightweight modules...Read More
  End Loops

Follow along as Stu discusses a possible new configuration of the HO scale layout...Read More
  Plexiglass Holder

Follow along as Stu shows how he made boxes to transport plexiglass from show to show....Read More
  Multiple Signal Driver Board

Follow along with John Waller as he describes a program for controlling multiple LED's which works well for signals on a model railroad...Read More