For modeling steel cable, don't use sewing thread—it has stray fibers that look ratty, especially after painting. Instead, use beading thread. This material is thermally bonded, so there's no fraying. Example product: Beadalon WildFire .006 inch (0.5mm) thick, in black, light grey and other colors. Available at Michael's and most craft stores.

or why did I decide on Z-Scale model railroad.   

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Hopper Weathering Clinic II
By Bill Mock
December 2009

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Micro-Trains Line Dormitory Camp Cars #2 Build

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