{"product_id":"kit-building-for-railway-modellers-volume-2-locomotives-and-multiple-units","title":"Kit Building for Railway Modellers","description":"Locomotive 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.  However, in this invaluable, richly illustrated volume, 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.\nIncludes a full guide to essential tools, materials and adhesives.\nCovers the art of soldering.\nExplains the basics behind chassis construction and alignment.\nPresents an in-depth guide to the assembly of cylinders, coupling rods and valve gear.\nExamines a range of power unit and transmission options.\nDemonstrates how to detail and modify kits for extra realism.\nIllustrates painting, lining and weathering techniques.\nOffers tips on running-in, testing and maintaining mechanisms.","brand":"The Crowood Press Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32021793439827,"sku":"","price":25.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9781847975515.jpg?v=1778817616","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/kit-building-for-railway-modellers-volume-2-locomotives-and-multiple-units","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}