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Model Railroading in Small Spaces
My focus is on building small and portable model railroads, usually in N scale. Come explore some of my recent projects.
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The First Structure for the O Gauge Switching Layout
I finished my first structure for the upcoming O gauge switching layout. This is a simple kit from ITLA Scale Models. Assembly is easy,...

Stephen Strum
Feb 111 min read
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More Structures for the N Scale Switching Layout
I've completed four more structures for the N scale switching layout including one with a rail door that opens. The layout is nearly done...

Stephen Strum
Sep 3, 20241 min read
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Easy Custom Structures
In this week's video I show how I used modular structure elements to create a custom structure for my small N scale switching layout. I...

Stephen Strum
Jul 30, 20241 min read
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The Mine for the Big Pine Mine Layout
The small On30 Big Pine Mine Railroad finally has a mine! I built the mine using the Little Creek Mining Company kit from Banta Model...

Stephen Strum
Jul 9, 20241 min read
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Top Level Done! Adding Details
The removable top level of the 2’x4’ N scale model railroad project is complete! I added catenary poles, street lights, road striping,...

Stephen Strum
Feb 6, 20246 min read
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The Structures are Done!
I finally finished all the structures for the 2x4 foot N scale layout! This video shows some tips and tricks for building and painting...

Stephen Strum
Jan 23, 20241 min read
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Make Your Rooftops From Google Maps Images!
If you need a realistic looking rooftop for your structure, try printing out a screen capture of a rooftop you find on Google Maps. Cut...

Stephen Strum
Nov 7, 20231 min read
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First Two Structures Installed on the 2’x4’ Layout!
Progress is speeding up on the 2'x4' model railroad project. I have all the roads and structure bases done, and I now have the first two...

Stephen Strum
Oct 17, 20231 min read
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Progress Update on the 2x4 N Scale Layout
I’ve made progress on the 2x4 N Scale Layout project and have worked on partially building 13 additional structures for the layout. It is...

Stephen Strum
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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Try Mocking Up Your Structures Before You Build Them
Before I build the other structures on the 2x4 foot N scale project layout, I mocked up all of the structures I want to add with blocks...

Stephen Strum
May 23, 20231 min read
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