I'm fairley new to modeling and I would like to get your opinions on a few things. My main topic the red branch line coaches. I'm considering purchasing three Annie or Clarabel coaches to fashion into the red branch line coaches. I want to file down their noses and re-paint them into the red color.  My question to you guys is, What color should I use (and brand) of paint and is their a specific way to file down thier noses? My second question is what engine should shoudl I purchase? I want either Henry, Douglas, or Duck. Ideas?

Hello. I was wondering if I could get help on my Emily's tender coupling? Compared to my Edward model (those are the only two tender engines I have), he has a higher placed and less flimsy coupling.  Is there a way I can fix Emily's?  Her coupling is low and it causes problems when she goes up hills.  Is there a way to put it up higher?  Thank you.

Hello, there. I'm am torn between buying a Bachmann Mavis or Salty.  I'm going to expand my layout to either a harbor or a quarry, but I'm indecisive about it and I would like the engine that works there.  May I please get the pros and cons of the engines? Mavis or Salty, whom shall I buy?