Episode 116: How To Make Tinplate Track Look More Realistic.
As explained in previous videos, Lionel, Marx, K-Line, and other brands of tubular track offer many advantages, including low cost and ease of modification. However, the classic 1920s tinplate look leaves much to be desired for realism.
But never fear! With just a few simple and inexpensive upgrades, this traditional track can be made to look as good as - or even better than - most modern molded plastic track types.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:35 How to hide the center rail with cheap craft paints
03:15 How to weather (rust color) the outside rails
06:40 Adding ties for realistic appearance - wood, plastic, or rubber?
12:43 How to add ballast to O27 track - Woodland Scenics and other options
20:45 Final Thoughts
22:15 Let's Run Trains!
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