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I brought this over from the 'threading brass rod' thread.
I finished my bridge. I used the bronze rod that Russell suggested. Using a drill really saved a lot of time. I even threaded some extra so I'd have some all-thread latter. I kept a steady stream of cutting oil going while threading the rod. The brass fittings will darken with age. The dark finish I put on the wood will weather out to a light brown. It is roof patch thinned with paint thinner. I got brave and stood on it so I know it will hold at least 170 lbs. /DesktopModules/NTForums/themes/mls/emoticons/shocked.gif" border=0>
I used plans from the book "Model Railroad Bridges & Buildings".
Kevin
I finished my bridge. I used the bronze rod that Russell suggested. Using a drill really saved a lot of time. I even threaded some extra so I'd have some all-thread latter. I kept a steady stream of cutting oil going while threading the rod. The brass fittings will darken with age. The dark finish I put on the wood will weather out to a light brown. It is roof patch thinned with paint thinner. I got brave and stood on it so I know it will hold at least 170 lbs. /DesktopModules/NTForums/themes/mls/emoticons/shocked.gif" border=0>

I used plans from the book "Model Railroad Bridges & Buildings".
Kevin