How to Custom Decal a Model
A modeler enters into a world of miniaturized realism when he builds, displays and operates a replica of a car, boat or airplane. The final touch in bringing a model to life is the proper set of decals. Go for the race car look - choose a set of ... [... more]
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How to Buy Snap-Together Models
Snap-together models are a nifty way of introducing a youngster to the modeling hobby. Manufacturers like Ertl and Revell-Monogram make models from starfighters to stock cars to appeal to every interest. Remember there's a snap-together model for ... [... more]
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How to Buy Metal Model Kits and Accessories
Assembling a model collection - especially one where you've built the display yourself - is an entertaining and absorbing hobby, one that can be carried through childhood into adulthood. Think about your interests - airplanes, automobiles, ships, ... [... more]
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How to Get Started in Model Rocketry
Many model rocketry enthusiasts find their interests soaring to new heights when they begin to build the model rockets they launch. Join a local model rocketry club. If you're new to model rocket construction, you can help yourself significantly ... [... more]
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How to Break In Your Radio-Controlled Gas Engine
Big, small or miniature - no internal combustion engine will operate properly without proper break-in and maintenance. Read the manufacturer's break-in and operating instructions carefully. Make sure the engine is clean and no packing debris ... [... more]
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How to Make Chain Mail
So you want to make chain mail? There are several ways and steps to making chainmail. In this article I will take the novice's approach to weaving metal rings into chain mail. Now cut down the middle of the spring to make small rings. This is the ... [... more]
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How to Draw Model Cars
When you build model cars, you don't always want to just put the pieces together. Sure, the model comes with instructions and a diagram, but what if you're a modeler who loves to customize their cars? In that case you're going to want to draw ... [... more]
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How to . . . MAKE OLD MODEL PLASTIC GUNS . . . ( look ...
It's simply a matter of taking the parts that make up your model plastic gun and making them looked scratched up and old. ( before and after you glue the parts together.) PLASTIC WALL MOUNTED MODEL GUNS CAN LOOK REAL WITH A LITTLE WORK. [... more]
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How to Create Water Features for a Train Layout
Model railroading is a fun hobby. Realistic layouts make your model railroading experience richer and more rewarding. Here are some tips for making water features, ranging from simple to realistic. The simplest water features can be made from ... [... more]
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How to Make a Batman Prop Replica
Gadgetry and gimmicks make Batman movies, cartoons and the old television show interesting. From the utility belt to the bat-copter and bat-mobile, Batman is a gadget lover's superhero. Batman uses his version of the boomerang, the Batarang, more ... [... more]
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How to Make Pipe Cleaner Figurines
Considering how abundant they are in homemade Christmas ornaments, and school art projects, the pipe cleaner is rarely used for its intended function. Pipe cleaner figurines are another in a long line of misuses for the tool, but they're fun to ... [... more]
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How to Launch a Model Rocket
After building a model rocket, seeing it launch into the air is the next fun part. Launching a rocket is easy to do but it takes some time to prepare the launch area so the rocket is launch successfully while everyone involved in the launch stays ... [... more]
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