An EOT for the Front Runner
Model Railroader 1990-02 pg. 78 Scale: HO Category: "Electronics"
The author describes how he built an end-of-train device for his piggyback train. Includes construction photos and electronics schematic.
BN's Big Brutte: the C30-7
Model Railroader 1990-01 pg. 130 Scale: HO Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
The article includes prototype photos and many modeling details to build a replica of this locomotive with a Rail Power Products' body shell.
Detailing Intermodal Vans
Railroad Model Craftsman 1991-01 pg. 71 Scale: HO Category: "Automobiles"
TOFC (Trailers On FlatCars) are slowly replacing boxcars. The article describes various manufactures that make these trailers, with special attention paid to Front Range Products.
Economical Coal Loads
Model Railroader 1990-06 pg. 94 Scale: HO Category: "Freight Cars - Hoppers"
An inexpensive method for filling hoppers using a false styrene floor covered with coal.
Union Pacific SD40-2 Snoot #3406
Model Railroading 2000-12 pg. 28 Scale: HO Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
In addition to prototype information (and photos), the author describes how he superdetailed an Athearn SD40-2 to look exactly like the prototype. Includes parts list.