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| − | + | Manila Folders can be used to cost effectively make an attractive, functional model railroad bridge in N, HO, S, and O scales if built sufficiently strong and also with good structure. | |
| − | [[Category:Model Making]] | + | [[Category: Model Making]] |
== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
# Design your bridge. Use real-life bridges for design ideas. Determine the gap you need to span, how wide the bridge needs to be, and how much you need to clear your rolling stock. At each joint between two members use a gusset plate. | # Design your bridge. Use real-life bridges for design ideas. Determine the gap you need to span, how wide the bridge needs to be, and how much you need to clear your rolling stock. At each joint between two members use a gusset plate. | ||
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# Add layers of glue and manila to these weak places. | # Add layers of glue and manila to these weak places. | ||
# Use a flat matte black spray paint to protect the bridge from moisture. | # Use a flat matte black spray paint to protect the bridge from moisture. | ||
| − | # Set up the bridge over your model gully, river, or ravine and have fun watching trains traverse your span! | + | # Set up the bridge over your model gully, river, or ravine and have fun watching trains traverse your span! |
| + | [[file:Kipkis.com-build-a-model-bridge-out-of-manila-folders.jpg|center|500px]] | ||
== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
