J-T Publishing specializes in how-to books for model railroaders, including titles focused on adding creative effects and realistic details to layouts. Their publications help modelers take their scenery, weathering, and visual storytelling to the next level — with practical techniques and inspiration for hobbyists of all skill levels. A great resource for anyone looking to bring more life and character to their model railroad.
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J-T Publishing, softcover, 200 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., B&W photographs and illustrations.
Have you always wanted to make creative effects for your model railroad, but didn't know how? Many off-the-shelf items in lighting, animation, and sound are available and are easy to operate. Learn to make an operating crane by using gear motors and a remote controller, build a working conveyor loader, or an operating turntable that moves at scale speed.
Animate a waterfall, create smoke, simulate fire, and project theatrical type lighting. These are only a few of the many items covered in this book. Learn how to make a working crossing gate with lights, a simple track signal system, or a street system with moving cars and trucks.
New ideas and materials are explained to the novice modeler with easy-to-understand instructions, photographs, and diagrams.
Contents:
Electrical Primer
Wiring Techniques
Lighting Effects
Track Effects
Animation Effects
Sound Effects
Scenery Effects
Theatrical Effects
Effects Operations
Source Guide.
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