Ez's 2014 summer kit build challenge

[nachoman]

Well, I certainly like details. But there is always a trade off. Eventually, they get so small you can't see them, so it doesn't matter if they are there or not. Or, they are just a PITA to apply. And the third problem is they break off easy. Molded on details are certainly fine enough for most people in most circumstances. A good paint job can do wonders for making up for less than hi-fi details. Do I need separately applied details on all my freight cars? NO. I'm fine with shake-the-box kits and replacing the stirrup steps. 1/16" trim pieces on an n-scale structure? Probably won't be missed.