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The History Of Model Railway Trains
Model railway trains have been produced ever since the first train started rolling along the tracks in real life. These giant, powerful creations captured the minds and attentions of the children, which created an industry for toy makers. Adults bought these toys for their children and helped them to set them up in the basement [...]
Continue reading...Guide for Setting Up Lionel Model Train Sets
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Getting started is one of the most exciting phases in the model train hobby. Should your train set take over the whole house or settle for just one room? If you opted for the whole house, please speak with your wife before swinging the sledge hammer. It is good to dream big, but patience is often [...]
Continue reading...Controllers For Model Trains
Monday, March 8, 2010
Over the past 100 years several methods of controlling electric model trains have developed. The first and simplest method was the use a simple variable transformer as introduced by Lionel in 1906 to lower the Alternating Current [AC] voltage from the wall to a lower, safer value and allow the user to control the speed of [...]
Continue reading...Lionel Ford Motor Company Train Set
Friday, March 5, 2010
For Sale on Ebay. Ford Motor Company Limited Edition 027 Electric Train Set manufactured at the Lionel factory in Chesterfield, Michigan in 1994. Set has seen very limited use in an adult household, is in excellent condition (no scratches)and is in perfect operating condition. Heavy die cast metal 4-4-2 Steam Engine has operating headlight, smokestack [...]
Continue reading...Weathering Techniques for Lionel Model Trains HO Sets
Friday, March 5, 2010
Weathering your train makes it look more realistic. Weathering adds the appearance of dirt, rust, and even graffiti to your train, making it look like a train that?s paid its dues and been around for a while. Here are some weathering tips and techniques for transforming your model trains from fresh-out-of-the-box shiny and new to working [...]
Continue reading...Why Model Train Layouts Are So Popular
Monday, March 1, 2010
For many years now well built layouts have been spectacular in HO and O Scale Model Trains. There are many satisfied customers because they offer creative design options in these particular gauges. Whatever the enthusiast’s desires can almost always be replicated on their layout to do with custom model railroads. Well planned layouts can [...]
Continue reading...Lionel Model Train Sets; A Guide For Set Up
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Following are some tips and guidelines for the maintenance and cleaning of your model trains. Whether your trains are Lionel or another manufacturer, any set benefits from regular maintenance to keep it running smoothly. Lionel locomotives are designed in [...]
Continue reading...A Look Into The History Of The Lionel Model Train
Sunday, February 28, 2010
A look into the history of the Lionel Model Train is fascinating. Lionel trains got their start in 1900 when Joshua Lionel Cowen created his first toy train, the Electric Express. Joshua was already a successful inventor at the [...]
Continue reading...Grumman Tiger Jet test pilot loves his Lionel Electric Train Set TV Commercial
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
This test pilot teaches his sons to love Lionel Trains as much as he does. Find more Train Toy Commercials at www.vintagetvcommercials.com
Continue reading...The Gift Of Model Trains – How To Choose A Model Train To Give As A Gift
Saturday, February 13, 2010
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
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