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RAILS: TO GLEAM, OR NOT TO GLEAM?
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<p>1. I've never enjoyed so much time running trains before the 'gleam' method.</p><p>2. I will somehow do a traction test, to present data for those who are curious.</p><p>3. Stainless Steel doesn't leave particles that can rust.</p><p>4. Please, Do a search on 'gleam' to see how it's done, and to see all mixed reviews from those who have tried.</p><p>5. This is a <em>new</em> idea; no one said it was the <em>best</em> idea.</p><p>6. This is <em>not</em> a product; it is a <em>method</em>, free to all modelers and guitarists.(Frets!)</p><p>7. The method contours the rail head to prototype shape. It removes mill marks from extrusion, and other imperfections. It also seals pores with the rail's own metal. More shine=more metal.</p><p>8. Posssibly using metal polish with abrasives knock off some of the edge of the rail head, giving a slight contour, and removes some imperfections. This will increase shine, traction, electrical contact.</p><p>9. Still a young subject, more info will develope in time. I look forward to this because we're all helping each other.</p><p>10. No offense taken.</p>
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