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Model Railroader Layouts and layout building
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i just wanted to know what are the tools i need for layout,benchwork and fixing any other little problem that cums up

thanks
DANIEL

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Too many to list here – you need to be more specific. A list of “must-have” tools for the broad uses you list can run into the hundreds.

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thanks cacole good ? i just want to know the basic tools i need like for benchwork ( saw,circular saw ,hammer etc.) and for the layout i want to know what are the main tools i need to start off.

thanks
DANIEL

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Benchwork:

Circular Saw
Table Saw (optional)
jig saw (if cookie cutter)
Hammer
Drill with Bits
Screwdriver (electric preferred)
Glue (wood or compatibles if using foam)
level
“T” square
Tape Measure
Clamps
Nails and/or drywall screws
nuts/bolts (for legs)
leg levellers
safety glasses

This is the basics, good luck!

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A table saw to cut your benchwork pieces. Don’t use nails – use drywall screws to fasten everything together. An electric or battery powered reversible variable speed drill with Phillips screwdriver bits. That’s just the beginning for use on the benchwork.

What type of surface were you planning for the benchwork? Plywood? Hollow-core doors? Again, use drywall screws instead of nails.

That should be enough to keep you busy for a few weeks.

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First buy safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection, a hat (keeps saw dust out of your hair if you have any) and gloves.
Having a table saw and a circular saw is a must for everyhousehold. Just like a washer and dryer. I even have a radial arm saw I picked up for $75.
Clamps of all kinds! C-clamps, small bar and spring. Electric drill motors. I have two. I give up on the cordless type drills, batteries are always low. Philips head drivers by the hand full and drill bits to drill pilot holes. Squares, levels, small hand saws, rasp file, sand paper asortment and a first aid kit with tweesers to pull splinters out of your hands.

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I think a power drill with a screw driver bit is the one tool I couldn’t do without when it comes to bench work. While I prefer a circular saw when cross cutting lumber, I would go with a jigsaw if you are thinking of a cookie cutter layout and don’t want to buy both a circular and jig saw. Palm sander is nice to have.

For the layout? A dremel. A set of small screwdrivers and a couple of pliers.

Of course the best way to aquire tools is to find a fixit project that needs to be done around the house. “Hun, I can replace that broken tread on the porch stairs, but I’ll need to get a circular saw and power drill to make the job easier.” After the stairs are fixed “Wow, what a coincidence, I can use those tools to make the benchwork of my layout!”

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thanks all i do have a few of those items ya said but il have to buy alot of those i dont have so thanks again il let ya know if i need anymore help.

THANKS
DANIEL