Have Fun.... Bob.
QUOTE: Originally posted by RicHamilton I'm late to the party as usual http://home.xcountry.tv/~r.hamilton/Models.htm Ric Berwick, NS
QUOTE: Originally posted by mtrails I'm a chicken when it comes to weathering, but this loco, being prototypically the oldest in the fleet, I forced myself to weather it. This is my first ever attempt at weathering, and I'm pretty satisfied with it, but still hesitate to weather anything! I'm afraid of making a loco, or rolling stock look horrible, and not being able to fix it!
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QUOTE: Originally posted by jeffrey-wimberly take a look at this one.
James, Brisbane Australia
Modelling AT&SF in the 90s
QUOTE: Originally posted by canazar [That is a normal knee-jerk feeling. Best way to break theice is to grab some of yoru rolling stock that isnt that important or maybe wrong roadname and experiement. Another great trick if that doesnt panout, hit up a swap meet or garage sale and findsome old cheapies to play with. Once you get the hang of it, then tackle. But be careful, it can be addicting.[:D]
QUOTE: Originally posted by AggroJones QUOTE: Originally posted by jeffrey-wimberly take a look at this one. is that a decal?
QUOTE: Originally posted by steamage Here is one of the cement hoppers used in my "Mojave Shorts" train. Concrete dust gets over everything including the trucks when these cars are being loaded at the plant. I use a Latex gray paint wash about twice as much paint in with water and alcohol.
Here are some of my hoppers (lightly weathered):
Modeling the Rio Grande Southern First District circa 1938-1946 in HOn3.
http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i272/lndshrk25/trainpicturesweathed050.jpg
http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i272/lndshrk25/trainpicturesweathed038.jpg
http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i272/lndshrk25/trainpicturesweathed012.jpg
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kevnbety wrote:I feel totally out of place posting on this thread, based on the quality work that has already been displayed, but you asked for it. Here is one of my UP SD90/43MACs. Just keep in mind this is the first ( and so far, only ) loco. that I have ever weathered, so be gentle.
kevnbety,
Your photo did not appear so I found it elsewhere.
http://www.modelrailroadphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=1394&cat=505&limit=recent
Hope this helps.
Alex
I noticed most of the pictures in this post are of rolling stock. I don't have any trains. Since the title is 'weathered models' .....here's some of my HO scale stuff. There's more pictures on my Fotki page: http://public.fotki.com/DaveInTheHat/
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Here's my first (grown up) attempt.
Rick
Just some buildings I have done.
Small engine house
Industry
Going to try some rolling stock
just a thought...
how cool would it be if this thread were a springboard to a bunch of other DIY threads? I mean, some of you guys are pro's beyond belief... what everyone who wants to posted a picture of a prime piece showing one technique, and then with the picture a thread on how they did it? keeps this thread less crowded for those who just want to browse, but provides a ton of info for those who want it. I dunno, just a thought... someone else brought up making a stand alone weathering forum... I'm all for that... someone should contact the moderator. could sticky this thread at the top, and then link the URL's for all the how to's beneath.
animal8526 wrote:exactly... this forum is already a great resource... with some formatting to divvy information down a little more, it could be incredible. sections on weathering, sections on scenery building, sections on wiring (for those that like to make their own flashing light circuts and such.) so on and so fourth. could be pretty cool... who wants to contact the moderator? I would, but I tihnk I am far too new here to be taken seriously.
Hey Bergie, they are on to something, can it be done? I am more than willing to put a how to on my website.
http://www.leatherique.net/trains.htm
claycts wrote: animal8526 wrote:exactly... this forum is already a great resource... with some formatting to divvy information down a little more, it could be incredible. sections on weathering, sections on scenery building, sections on wiring (for those that like to make their own flashing light circuts and such.) so on and so fourth. could be pretty cool... who wants to contact the moderator? I would, but I tihnk I am far too new here to be taken seriously.Hey Bergie, they are on to something, can it be done? I am more than willing to put a how to on my website. http://www.leatherique.net/trains.htm
I can't help but think I would be taken more seriously perhaps if I managed not to mangle the word "think". lol.
After watching the post grow and seeing your models, I decided to give it a try. This is my very first weathered car.
This MKT stock car was part of a box of Athearn cars I picked up at a local train show. How'd I do? Please be gentle, this is my first time!
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