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MLW

08-23-2006, 03:53 AM

Cliff you are doing good. Keep at it you are on the right track.
You'll develop new skills has you go along. Don't be afraid to experiment.

For a bunch of great tips and tricks go to:
http://www.modeltrainsweathered.com/forumbanner.gif
main page: http://www.modeltrainsweathered.com/
Forum: http://www.modeltrainsweathered.com/forum/
Tip & tricks: http://www.modeltrainsweathered.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=1

What are you using? Oil or water based paint? Powder?

jbaakko

11-09-2006, 06:25 PM

Those are pretty neat. Keep it up!

Hawkeye251

11-09-2006, 06:38 PM

What is it you dislike about the trucks?

OldGettysk

11-09-2006, 07:18 PM

They look pretty good !!

MLW

11-13-2006, 03:51 AM

Well not much happening lately: Just some weathering experiments.
Heck sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn’t

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20061112222954_W1.jpg
overall view

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20061112223010_W2.jpg
close up

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20061112223025_W3.jpg
Roof

jbaakko

11-13-2006, 04:37 AM

I like them, much better then mine!

MLW

11-17-2006, 07:28 PM

re-did the roof. Removed the excess weathering

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20061117142028_Cvtp2.jpg

MLW

11-25-2006, 04:47 AM

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20061124233540_Covhop2.jpg

close up of the truck
http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006112423364_Trckdtl.jpg

roundhouse

11-25-2006, 06:28 PM

Here's the latest on the Athearn BB covered hopper: I was going for dirt/rust streak, but they turned out to be a disapointment.

I think you did a fantastic job - this model looks... real! I'm joining the discussion at the end; so, I don't know how you did this - how did you keep it looking so random, and what materials did you use? :D

modelbob

11-26-2006, 05:33 AM

> Not much merit on this one.

Yeah, right... Looks pretty good to me.

Steve B

11-26-2006, 11:43 AM

I'd say it look's pretty fantastic

this is one of my early weathering job's on a BB gondola, i used a combination of instant rust and flat black spray paint, as the instant rust ages the better it look's
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k208/photobucketste/PB260080.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k208/photobucketste/PB260081.jpg

CSX_road_slug

11-26-2006, 07:13 PM

MLW,

You've become the new Weathering Wizard for this forum (esp. the cylindrical grain hopper a few pages back).

Steve, your BB gondola looks exactly the way I originally wanted my mill gons to look, when I weathered them 10 years ago. Needles to say they didn't turn out anywhere near as good as yours did. Guess I'll have to add a re-weathering project to my 'ToDo' list...

MLW

11-26-2006, 07:17 PM

Steve B your gondola looks great. I'll try your technic on one of mine

roundhouse, I used a comsetic sponge, a few paint brush, acryllic paint, some weathering powder and lots of patience (I'm still working on that one)

CSX_road_slug, thanks for the kind words, but I'm far from being an expert!

MLW

11-26-2006, 07:18 PM

I change the lighting, so here goes again

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20061126132426_CH2.jpg

MLW

11-26-2006, 07:19 PM

I am also working ont he 2 covered hopper in the background

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20061126132338_CH1.jpg

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006112613256_CH4.jpg

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20061126132443_CH3.jpg

Sprinkles

11-29-2006, 06:22 PM

MLW, Hands down, Hats off, your work is Awesome! Now, can you do me one thing? Just for S&G, can you add a "Before" photo of the model, and then after you Weather it? I just want to see what kind of fade and difference in the weather job, but I am very much impressed in your work. I need to try and get some photos of my work on here. :p

Alcomotive

11-29-2006, 06:51 PM

:) Nicely done!

MLW

12-02-2006, 03:00 AM

Thanks guys

Sprinkles, I do not have a "before" shot of the above, but I'll try with my
next project:

Walthers 50' Airslide Covered Hopper

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006121215510_airslide.jpg

I'll post progress pics

MLW

12-03-2006, 07:57 AM

In the meantime I've been playing around with these:

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200612325020_WB1.jpg
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http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200612325046_WB3.jpg

MLW

12-03-2006, 07:58 AM

I know, I've yet to add the "patches" date info and car#

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200612325034_WB2.jpg
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http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200612325059_WB4.jpg

jbaakko

12-03-2006, 04:20 PM

Man Brakie, you're getting better & better! Any tips & tricks you can pass along?

grande man

12-04-2006, 03:43 AM

MLW, The weathering looks awesome. That's a dirty, grimey, rusty looking fleet you have there. :cool:

grove den

12-04-2006, 08:56 AM

Steve B I just "discovered" your well done weathered bb gondola. It is a - fine scale - job you did!

Jos

OldGettysk

12-04-2006, 09:53 PM

Dito They look like they saw a lot of rail time !!!!!

MLW

01-21-2007, 07:03 AM

Before:

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006121215510_airslide.jpg

After:

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200712115926_cv3.JPG

grove den

01-21-2007, 03:14 PM

MLW It is always fun to look at your super weathered freightcars( and still like the ballasted tracks!)

Jos

MLW

01-21-2007, 08:37 PM

I took more shot with better light, so here we go again:

Ready to go..

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200712115236_CV1.JPG

Front truck and overall weather detail (rust, streaks, fading etc..)

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2007121152419_CV2.JPG

Sitting at “La Chine” Yard

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2007121152433_cv3.JPG

Top

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2007121152453_CV4.JPG

BIG DOG

02-03-2007, 04:26 AM

dude !!! awesome I can't wait till I can weather like that!!! awesome job guys

radar

02-03-2007, 04:50 AM

WOW!!!!!! what did.........How did.......... Will you..........?

MLW

02-10-2007, 03:54 PM

Thanks guys. I'll be working on another car soon. I'll post my progress as I go along.

In the meantime, here's some old pictures from a covered hopper I did last summer.
You can see the difference in look and texture. It turned out ok, but the roof is too dark
and the trucks are not that great. Now that I "know" a little bit more, I would do it differently.
However, it was a good project.

originaly posted 12 July 2006:

I dropped it. Yes! The fine details are broken. I found that weathering a pale color car is waaaay easier then a dark one.

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006711204832_CYL1.jpg

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006711204934_CYL2.jpg

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006711205137_CYL3.jpg

bob_suruncle

02-21-2007, 09:24 PM

Here goes another attempt. Not much merit on this one.
I used a fine mist of rubbing alcohol before applying some light weathering and a wash of acrylic paint diluted in same.

Very Nice weathering. Can you give more details on your method of weathering? I had a look at your website and see you are using weathering powders along with water and alcohol and you mention Polly S paint as well... do you mix this all together? Who's weathering powders are you using? If you could give us some insight into your technique it would be appreciated.

Thanks!!

ATSFCLIFF

02-22-2007, 03:09 AM

MLW, I like your work those cars look realistic!
Still haven't got the hang of weathering the truck.
Cheers,

dnhouston

02-22-2007, 06:43 PM

Nice work MLW. You seem to have mastered several different weathering techniques. You've inspired me give weathering a try.

bob_suruncle

03-08-2007, 11:35 PM

Very Nice weathering. Can you give more details on your method of weathering? I had a look at your website and see you are using weathering powders along with water and alcohol and you mention Polly S paint as well... do you mix this all together? Who's weathering powders are you using? If you could give us some insight into your technique it would be appreciated.

Thanks!!

So just wondering is your technique top secret? ;) I was hoping for a little tutorial on how you go about applying the textured rust look

MLW

03-09-2007, 02:42 AM

Sorry bob_suruncle if I haven't reply to your question yet.

I'm quite busy right now (work etc..) so it will take a little while longer.
I browse the web when I can. Please bare with me a little longer and I will explain to the best of my abilities how I do it.

Cheerio

MLW

03-09-2007, 02:54 AM

Ok, I found this on the "archives" , second page. Hopefully this will answered some questions. Its called the 5 minutes weathering jobby:)

Cheerio

edited for brevity

Here's another CN 40” Boxcar. I used polyscale paint dissolved in a mix of rubbing alcohol and/or water. I used a rag and a 1/2 inch paintbrush. it takes about 5-6 minutes per car. Detailing will take longer : applying various shades of rust on trucks, couplers etc..Apply the paint/water mix to the entire side of the boxcar. Wait about 3-4 minutes, then wipe the car with a clean rag. This is what you get:

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200671201848_BOX1.jpg

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20067120191_BOX2.jpg

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/20067218551_Box11.jpg

The longer you leave the paint on the car, the darker it will look. If you wait too long to remove it, and it looks bad, dip you rag in warm water and gently scrubb to remove the paint (since its water based). Don't forget to use "up and down" motion with the rag. Used the paintt brush (large) to gently & lightly drag the residual wet-paint down the side of the car. That's it

MLW

03-09-2007, 03:02 AM

Geeez! I really have to go now (someone's calling:D )

But here's something else I've found:

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006714155317_HOPP55.jpg
http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006714155234_HOPP2.jpg
http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/2006720152150_Patch1.jpg
I did this one (over-done it actually) with a cosmetic sponge, dipped in a mix of weathering powder and water-based paint. I forgot wich color. Anyways, mix the powder and paint to a muddy consistency (but still liquid-like) and dabbed your sponge in it. Gently applied the sponge to the side of the car. Light pressure is the key. Let it dry and start again if you wish. It's a hit and miss method, but works great for trucks too.

MLW

03-09-2007, 03:05 AM

ATSFCLIFF I really like what you did.

Great stuff

http://www.modelrailroadforums.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=5761&d=1172113749

gotta go....

bob_suruncle

03-09-2007, 05:25 PM

Thanks MLW.... that helps alot! I really like the textured affect of the paint and powder combination...this in concert with my airbrush should be fun and effective..

Never though of checking the archives..... sorry

OldGettysk

03-10-2007, 01:08 AM

MLW , Nice weathering job !!

Brakie

03-15-2007, 03:27 AM

MLW,If I may offer..Overall your cars are highly believable..However,I believe 2 or 3 are over weathered..However,these cars should blend in quite well.:D
My observations is base on hours track side.

Ironhead

03-15-2007, 05:10 AM

MLW,If I may offer..Overall your cars are highly believable..However,I believe 2 or 3 are over weathered..However,these cars should blend in quite well.:D
My observations is base on hours track side.
Check out the prototypes on page 5.;)

MLW

03-15-2007, 05:41 AM

Brakie you are totaly right. Once I know what I'm doing, my weathering
should improve. In the meantime its all trial-and-error.

Brakie

03-15-2007, 02:23 PM

Check out the prototypes on page 5.;)

Those "ratty" cars on page 5 is more of a exception then the rule and should be model at a bare minimum so they bend in with the more normally weathered cars..:D

Brakie

03-15-2007, 02:35 PM

Brakie you are totaly right. Once I know what I'm doing, my weathering
should improve. In the meantime its all trial-and-error.

Well for a trial and error method you are doing a very good job and like I said the majority of your cars are believable.:D

I am trying my hand at light weathering on some old Tyco cars I picked up at a train show and once I get the hang of it I will try weathering one of my "regular"" cars.:D
I thought I would start with light weathering and work my way up as I learn.

Ironhead

03-16-2007, 04:50 AM

Those "ratty" cars on page 5 is more of a exception then the rule and should be model at a bare minimum so they bend in with the more normally weathered cars..:D
Well, of course, and I think everyone understands this, Brakie. I was simply pointing out that NOTHING can be over weathered compared to that Soo Line on page 5. That thing is disgraceful. And it would look great on my railroad.:D

ATSFCLIFF

03-16-2007, 05:13 AM

Thanks MLW, still long way off compared to your work!
Cheers,

Brakie

03-17-2007, 09:53 PM

Well, of course, and I think everyone understands this, Brakie. I was simply pointing out that NOTHING can be over weathered compared to that Soo Line on page 5. That thing is disgraceful. And it would look great on my railroad.:D

I seen worst.:eek:

The reason I mention those are more the exception then the rule is because many modelers believe all modern cars look like that or all graffiti up.This as you know isn't true..I have seen trains with 1 or 2 cars that had graffiti.The rest look like this.
I did not due the weathering..I took these cars in trade.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m210/Brakie-2/Picture-007-2.jpg

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m210/Brakie-2/Picture-002-7.jpg

MLW

03-19-2007, 04:10 AM

Brakie your weathering (or the weathered cars you got) look great.

Keep in mind that sometimes things just don't work out.
Here's an example of something that did not work out as intended:

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200731822620_weat2.jpg

wongsing

04-07-2007, 06:50 AM

WOW!

how did you do the rust on that cylindrical hopper! Nice work!

-Rich

Brakie

04-08-2007, 04:20 PM

MLW,That GT car doesn't look all that bad and I have seen GT cars very similar to that car.

AGGRO

04-09-2007, 08:55 PM

Sometimes a fade comes after some of the gime work. As is the case here.

Lots of artist oil used in washing and drybrushing on this.

Heres a GT I did.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/AggroJones/DSC00221-1.jpg

MLW

04-09-2007, 09:32 PM

Thanks AGGRO. That's a bery nice GT boscar. I'll give it anothere try

FunValleyLine

04-09-2007, 10:51 PM

All looking nice to me. Thanks

MLW

04-16-2007, 06:43 PM

Here's anothere "attempt" at weathering a rust bucket. My experiment
starts on an old Athearn BB boxcar. Its a long way to go yet...

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/2007416133713_11.JPG

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/2007416133734_22.JPG

The prototype:

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/2007416133812_33.JPG

Like I said, its not even close to be done yet...

:)

AGGRO

04-17-2007, 05:51 AM

Looking good so far.

Keep in mind...dark lays over light for increased depth.

mikeknuckey

04-17-2007, 01:44 PM

Thats a really nice work, What kind of paints are you using???

NickB

04-17-2007, 01:55 PM

Didn't someone around here do some youtube presentations on weathering?? By they way they weathering is looking great MLW.

wongsing

04-26-2007, 02:05 PM

wow! How did you get the rust on there like that! I'd like to give it a shot!

-Rich

brubakes

11-27-2007, 01:20 AM

I really hope that I can learn to weather like that.

MLW

05-18-2008, 06:14 PM

Update on weathering:

Working on a batch of 40" boxcar. (Ex CN, now CFSY)

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200845194735_33.JPG

MLW

05-18-2008, 06:15 PM

And here with the reporting mark.

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200851813359_box%201.JPG
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http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200851813429_box%202.JPG
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http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200851813515_box%203.JPG
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MLW

05-18-2008, 06:17 PM

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/20085181369_box%204.JPG
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http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200851813710_box%205.JPG
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http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/20085181385_box%206.JPG
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THIS ONE was an experiment. Layout lighting did not do it justice!
http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/20085181392_box%207.JPG

OldGettysk

05-18-2008, 09:07 PM

They sure look weathered !!!!

MLW

05-19-2008, 06:44 PM

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/2008519134344_TLT1.JPG
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http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200851913449_TLT2.JPG

jbaakko

05-19-2008, 07:21 PM

Looking pretty darn good!

UP2CSX

05-19-2008, 07:35 PM

They look great, especially the faded CN boxcars. The rust effects are getting better with each car you do.

MLW

06-07-2008, 08:18 PM

More weathering:)

Covered Hopper before I put the reporting mark

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200867151648_CV1.JPG

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http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200867151711_CV%202.JPG

MLW

06-07-2008, 08:34 PM

On the second covered hopper I am going for a more "rusty" look:D

http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200867153320_Rust%201.JPG
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http://www.railroad-line.com/forum/data/mlw/200867153352_Rust%202.JPG

UP2CSX

06-07-2008, 11:04 PM

Good looking rust, especially around the hatches.

MLW

07-12-2008, 10:44 PM

More weathered car (minus reporting mark)

MLW

07-12-2008, 11:20 PM

More weathered car outside pic.

Rotorranch

07-13-2008, 06:29 AM

MLW...those all look great!

I'd like to have something that looked like that on my RR. Mine all still look like they just came out of the paint shop.

Rotor

Biased turkey

07-17-2008, 05:23 AM

Thanks MLW for explaining your technique on page 5 ( the "Rag Technique" ) :) . You mention that you use diluted Polly Scale paints.
Could you please list the name ( or the Polly Scale number ) of the colors you were using for the CN boxcars. I'm modelling the CN too.

A big Thank You for that tutorial.

Jacques

n1vets333

07-17-2008, 04:49 PM

Here goes another attempt. Not much merit on this one.
I used a fine mist of rubbing alcohol before applying some light weathering and a wash of acrylic paint diluted in same.
Why the light wash of rubbing alcohol? What does t do?

n1vets333

07-19-2008, 02:38 PM

Nice work, I am also trying to weather my rolling stock and would like to pickup some tips.
Cheers,

http://cliffordconceicao3310.fotopic.net/c328807.html
The engines look great but the rolling stock I would recommend to painting the trucks brown to rid of that plstic truck look. Try fading the lettering some before streaking it. Alot of guys use magic eraser , but simple paint thinner on a rag will work too. Also if a car has been around long enough to get that grimey it should also have a build up of dust from the tracks on its lower region. Give it a mist of white mixed with grey on the lower half of the container. I think youll be pleased with the results. Kudos on your works, they look superb, keep it up! I hope my input helps.

n1vets333

07-19-2008, 02:43 PM

MLW

10-06-2008, 06:00 PM

Thanks guys. Greatly appreciate your comments, opinions and all feedback.
I've been busy lately (travel: Europe, and work as usual) but should post some more soon

MLW

10-06-2008, 06:03 PM

Thanks MLW for explaining your technique on page 5 ( the "Rag Technique" ) . You mention that you use diluted Polly Scale paints.
Could you please list the name ( or the Polly Scale number ) of the colors you were using for the CN boxcars. I'm modelling the CN too.

A big Thank You for that tutorial.

Jacques

Jacques, I will try to remember to list the paint(s) I use when I go in the basement again

MLW

10-06-2008, 06:05 PM

n1vets333 wrote:

Why the light wash of rubbing alcohol? What does t do?

I use, or more correctly, I prefer rubbing alcohol because it mixes well with various type of paint, it is a very good thinner, eveaporate quickly and help in creating a "wash". Also if I am unhappy about the result it is easier to remove too.

MLW

10-07-2008, 02:42 AM

A quick shot of two covered hopper...

MrDNA

10-10-2008, 03:22 AM

MLW, I saw you posted how you do your washes, but did you mention your technique for rust? I love how you're able to get it so patchy.

MLW

10-10-2008, 05:26 PM

I described it on my website and also in Canadian Railway Modeller Magazine which did an article on my Layout. Basically I used water-based paint, oil-paint, paint brush and cosmetic sponges for rust effect. The sponges are dabbed in paint and slightly in weathering powder and applied to the car. It take some practice. I also dilute paint with rubbing alchool to create a "rust color" wash and apply it with a wide paintbrush.

Hope this helps.

MLW

10-18-2008, 06:54 PM

A few more shots..some are better then others. Oh! Well! I'll keep experimenting..

http://img47.xooimage.com/files/c/4/1/train-1-74e8ef.jpg
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http://img42.xooimage.com/files/0/3/2/train-2-74e8fd.jpg
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http://img47.xooimage.com/files/3/4/6/train-3-74e917.jpg
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riverotter

10-20-2008, 05:57 AM

here's another one

http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/data/mlw/200681222259_close%20up.jpg

Wow! Next best think to real. Work like this inspires me to give this a try, but then I hesitate to pull the trigger because I think, "what if ever want to sell this car?" What does weathering do to the value?

FunValleyLine

10-20-2008, 06:00 AM

Look on ebay and see.

MLW

10-21-2008, 05:17 AM

It usually increases the "value" of the car. The better looking (read: realistic) the weathering, the better. Mind you, I never sold any of my stuff and I don't think I would anyways. They are "good enough" for me, but may be "cheap" of "ugly" to someone else.

The biggest thing is to experiment on your weathering. Start out with some cars you won't mind trowing out if it doesn't work. Go slow, be patient and don't overdo it (like I do!!) You never know. You may have a talent for this.
Its not that complicated and there's only one secret: Patience.

MrDNA

10-23-2008, 03:46 AM

I love the pitted rust - did you use the salt weathering technique for that? VERY realistic, kudos.

MLW

10-30-2008, 08:15 PM

No, no salt technic.

I only use a brush (very fine), cosmetic sponges and that's it. Thanks for the comment.

MLW

11-24-2008, 04:44 AM

All with a paintbrush, water-based paint and that's it.

Two weather boxcar I've been working on

SL&C 555300

http://img44.xooimage.com/files/a/3/c/box-weather-1-85dc3e.jpg

SL&C 555640
http://img41.xooimage.com/files/e/3/d/box-weather-2-85dc86.jpg
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http://img40.xooimage.com/files/7/0/b/box-weather-3-85dc9d.jpg
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http://img44.xooimage.com/files/d/c/e/box-weather-4-85dcb9.jpg
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UP2CSX

11-24-2008, 06:51 AM

Looking good, MLW. Especially nice job on the patchout and the roof.

nmaniac

11-25-2008, 01:39 PM

MILW, you Da'MAN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! wow outstanding super great,now if you would plz tell me how you did the grain hopper as I want to try it again outstanding !!!

nmaniac

11-27-2008, 10:03 AM

MLW,went to wally world and got some make-spronge thingies and some odd looks, have a four day week-end going to give it a go :D

MLW

11-27-2008, 01:10 PM

Thanks guys

The "how to" are on my website, as far as I could explain it anyways. :eek:

nmaniac

11-28-2008, 10:46 AM

OK alot going on about weathering and I think its GREAT!! yeah I'm an "N" scaler and some look down on it:p well I love to weather!! I even weather my Micro-Trains I mean come on I can't eat them.:D

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7232.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7233.jpg
I'll burn in MT's hell for this one :D

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7234.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7235.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7236.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7238.jpg

Good before and after pics of going to the "weathering shop"
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7240.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7241.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7242.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/nmaniac/DSCN7243.jpg