does anyone know of model train shows in san jose or san francisco, ca?

August 10th, 2009 admin Posted in Rail 2 Comments »

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Sandy H asked:


I am looking for model train shows - Lionel specifically - that may be held in San Jose or San Francisco, CA area. I have Lionel train pieces that are old that I would like to sell. If you don't know of any shows that are available does anyone know of a collector that may wish to purchase my trains.

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steam locomotives only model train layout?

June 24th, 2009 admin Posted in Rail 5 Comments »

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Kylie asked:


If you were to build a model train layout,would it be steam only?I personally don't care for diesel locomotives.They don't have all the neat sounds a steamer has.All you hear is a steady drone of a diesel engine.Steam,they have all kinds of chuffs,chugs.I love the sound of a steamer taking off.It starts slow,then as it builds steam,it gets faster.I love steamers,and my layout will only have steam engines.That's the way railroads started,and that's the way they should be.

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How and what is the process of making Model train tooling?

June 6th, 2009 admin Posted in Rail 1 Comment »

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j asked:


It is made from solid steel blocks , but what ic the "cutting" process and how is it cut? and how is re or up graded tooling done?

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