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Why is there three rails on the old OO Gauge tracks for model railway from Hornby Dublo? Question: I have no Hornby Dublo models just saw the latest model rail mag and wondered what purpose the centre rail had if the outer rails covered the circuit of electricity. Answer: Well in real electric trains like subways .. the center rail supplies the current on which it runs . maybe it is just for looks if does not supply the power to run your model. |
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Where is very good place to buy Hornby model railway scenery. i.e. good value? Question: It seems that scenery for hornby model railway is very expensive for what it is. Answer: I've found that using styrofoam insulation board makes wonderful mountians and bases for buildings. I'm not sure how much it is there but we get a 4'x8' piece for $12.50 a sheet. Scuff it with a wire brush or sand paper then it will take reqular latex paint. To build it up all you need is white liquid glue and tooth picks. Here's a link: http://www.hobbylinc.com/prods/upc.htm |
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Hornby - Model Railways - website not available ? Question: The website of the Hornby Model Railways manufacturer seems not to be available since more than a week now. Does anybody know the reason for this ? Is the company out of business ? Answer: No, Hornby are not out of business. They are trading stronger than ever. You might not have been able to access the website because your Internet may have been down, or the website may have been being updated. It is now working, as i have just tried it, and it worked during this week. You can find it at www.hornby.com |
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Can I use a UK Hornby Model train power controller in Italy? Question: HM2000 High output power & speed controller, with mains supply Answer: Yes - UK is 230V 50Hz - so is Italy. Plugs are different so you will need an adapter. |
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is 00 tri-ange model train track compatable with hornby 00 model train track? Question: is 00 tri-ange model railway track compatable with hornby 00 model railway track? Answer: They should be. If not, then there are adapters available at any hobby shop to sync them up. |
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hornby model trains class 47 chassis? Question: i was wondering if there are any hornby diesel locomotives that share the same chassis as the class 47?? Answer: Best contact the manufacturer: http://www.hornby.com/ |
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I have a hornby model layout and just wondering whats the best way to stick the stones down in the track...??? Question: the balllast ime having trouble putting pva glue in beetween the sleepers to lay the stones in it may take years this way and may derail the loco's please help its basically called "ballast stones" lil stones whats the best way to stick these down beetween the sleepers? Answer: Put your ballast in place, then mix a slightly diluted solution of PVA and water with a drop or two of washing up liquid, then put it into a spray bottle and carefully spray it onto the track **. Do a few feet at a time, then carefully wipe the rail surfaces with kitchen towel (etc). Do the points/crossover ares by hand to avoid both glue and/or ballast getting into the works . Enjoy yourself - I've got about 48 feet of track to do myself soon ! ! ! ** - Use a piece of card to protect anything in the line of spray that you do NOT want sprayed - like buildings, scenery etc. |
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Does Hornby make N Gauge model Trains? Question: Websites that claim to sell them only have OO gauge. Answer: Hornby dont do N guage trains and never have done. If youre looking for N guage than you will want to look at Graham Farish (part of Bachmann) The only things hornby do for N is the Lyddle End range of buildings based on their Skaledale range for OO |
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Are there dealers/stockists for model railways like Hornby, Lionel etc in India? Question: I am looking for model railway construction sets with tracks, locomotives, rolling stock, scenery etc of well-known brands like Hornby, Lionel etc, specifically in Chennai Answer: Sorry I haven't been to India but, here in the USA you could go online to www.walthers.com. That is where we get ALL of our train supplies. They are out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin,USA. |
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wha tis the best model railway website for hornby and bachmann? Answer: If you're looking to buy new Hornby/Bachmann, try Rails or Hattons http://www.hattons.co.uk/ http://railsofsheffield.com /default.aspx If you're looking for Hornby spares http://www.modelspares.com Bachmann spares are much more difficult to get via retailers, but contacting Bachmann directly is often fruitful. For lots of info about the quality/accuracy of model trains, problems, how to solve them, etc etc... type RMWeb into google and have a look around there - lots of modellers giving lots of advice, information, how to... etc. But be warned, if you're into model railways you'll find it addictive. |
