{"product_id":"9781847975515","title":"Kit Building for Railway Modellers: Volume 2 - Locomotives and Multiple Units","description":"\u003cp\u003eLocomotive kit building remains the best route to achieving a varied range of motive power in most scales but it also retains a mystique, being associated with expert modellers and expensive tools. In this invaluable, richly illustratedvolume, George Dent demonstrates how anyone can successfully assemble working kits with only a modicum of inexpensive equipment and experience. All aspects of assembly are covered in detail including working in plastics, resin and metal; the very basics of working and joining materials; installing ready-made power units and performing more complex operations, such as assembling etched metal chassis frames and intricate valve gear. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Includes a full guide to essential tools, materials and adhesives.\u003cbr\u003e- Covers the art of soldering.\u003cbr\u003e- Explains the basics behind chassis construction and alignment.\u003cbr\u003e- Presents an in-depth guide to the assembly of cylinders, coupling rods and valve gear.\u003cbr\u003e- Examines a range of power unit and transmission options.\u003cbr\u003e- Demonstrates how to detail and modify kits for extra realism.\u003cbr\u003e- Illustrates painting, lining and weathering techniques.\u003cbr\u003e- Offers tips on running-in, testing and maintaining mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Crowood Press UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048169947376,"sku":"9781847975515","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781847975515_p0.jpg?v=1772500501","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781847975515","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}