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What is this? Any thoughts?

Was railfanning the CP line at the CPR Lambton Yard in the Junction area of Toronto on the weekend when I photographed this oddity. Looks like it could make a neat...

What is this? Any thoughts?

Was railfanning the CP line at the CPR Lambton Yard in the Junction area of Toronto on the weekend when I photographed this oddity. Looks like it could make a neat...

Our Home and Miniature Land - Free Doors Open

Did you know there is a $2 million dollar HO scale model train layout taking shape in Mississauga called Our Home and Miniature Land that is based on a similar, hugely ambitious set-up...

Our Home and Miniature Land - Free Doors Open

Did you know there is a $2 million dollar HO scale model train layout taking shape in Mississauga called Our Home and Miniature Land that is based on a similar, hugely ambitious set-up...

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I've got gas

Freight Car Friday On Monday, I discussed the joys of discovering Bell-Gaz Propane – a prototype industry that I plan to model on the layout. Seems only fitting then to feature...

I've got gas

Freight Car Friday On Monday, I discussed the joys of discovering Bell-Gaz Propane – a prototype industry that I plan to model on the layout. Seems only fitting then to feature...

Helpful hints for Operating Model Railroads

Video Thursday This YouTube four part series is THE BEST tutorial I have seen explaining how model railroad operations work. This has helped me immensely as I modify my track plan for...

Helpful hints for Operating Model Railroads

Video Thursday This YouTube four part series is THE BEST tutorial I have seen explaining how model railroad operations work. This has helped me immensely as I modify my track plan for...

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The Chemin de Fer Lanaudière Interchange

Prototype Monday 3 I love researching and delving into my prototype. The amazing thing about doing internet research is that I can find out some amazing real things to incorporate into my model...

The Chemin de Fer Lanaudière Interchange

Prototype Monday 3 I love researching and delving into my prototype. The amazing thing about doing internet research is that I can find out some amazing real things to incorporate into my model...

Whether (or not) to weather

Whether (or not) to weather

Shoutout Sunday 3 I love the structure work done by Muskoka Steve. His latest build Maple Leaf Trading Co is spectacular. But for me, it's his weathering that really sets it...

Whether (or not) to weather

Shoutout Sunday 3 I love the structure work done by Muskoka Steve. His latest build Maple Leaf Trading Co is spectacular. But for me, it's his weathering that really sets it...