Re: [CBQ] Brass HO steam engine models

[Ken Martin <kmartin@cwia.com>]

Ray,
check Sierra Scale Models at:

http://www.sierrascalemodels.com/

They advertise they will plate wheels for $5 an axle. I haven't used 
them but it sounds good.

I think the best way would be to bead blast it. Otherwise you might try 
soaking it in vinegar which is slightly acidic, might get the tarnish 
and would also give it a little "tooth" to help paint stick.

Ken Martin

Ray Bedard wrote:
> I have a general question about brass steam models. When the drivers have 
> worn plating, how does this effect the overall operation of the model? Is 
> there a simple fix, other than replacing the entire drives?
> 
> Along the same lines, on an unpainted model that has some tarnish, what is 
> the best way to remove it so that one can properly paint it to insure the 
> paint sticks to the model?
> 
> Thanks,
> Ray Bedard
> San Jose CA
> 
> 



 
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