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Modeling a Northern Pacific W-3 Mikado

After a brief history about the engine, the author describes how he super-detailed a Rivarossi USRA Mikado. What is interesting about this article, even if you are not interested in this particular prototype, is that there are lots of close-up detail photos with each of the parts identified by name. A great way to learn more about steam locomotives in general.

Z Scale Western Pacific Part 7

This installment finishes the construction of the layout. It covers uncoupling ramps, weathering cars (by sucking them into the vacuum cleaner, removing the out-of-scale dirt, and then spraying with a fixative; done!), backdrop painting and structures, lighting, and installing weeds. The project's conclusion wraps up the article.