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Used gauge 1 models of steam locomotives can be given a better sound with new functions integrated into the ESU Loksound 5 XL decoder. Ern Hettinger describes the electronic settings and shows in detail how to get closer to the sound of a real steam engine in a class 44 locomotive.

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Many roads lead to Rome, so Ern Hettinger has another suggestion for the design of a ballast load that can be removed.

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The three-axle conversion cars of the Deutsche Bundesbahn were coupled in pairs. If you want to couple the new gauge 1 models of the 3yge cars from Wunder close to prototype, you have to plan a little and procure suitable couplers. There are several solutions, which are presented here.

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Hans and Walter Ziegler show how they patinated an 01 from KM1 with simple means. This gives courage to try it yourself. Some prototype photos from the end of the steam era give suggestions how far you should (not) go.

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There is nothing to replace wood in the model. Hans and Walter Ziegler have revised a flat car from KM1, which improves the appearance with a real wooden floor.

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If you get desperate when coupling 1e narrow gauge vehicles, the model coupling is to blame. Now there is a solution that gives pleasure.

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The battle for market share is gradually taking on grotesque features. Now, MBW as third player announces three-axle conversion cars.