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A Structure Measuring Kit

Magazine:

Model Railroader 2004-02

Page:

34

Author:

Lionel Strang

Category:

Tools

This handy fold-up kit can be used when going out and measuring a prototype building.

Roque Bluffs, Handlaid Turnouts Part 5

Magazine:

Model Railroader 2004-02

Page:

86

Author:

Iain Rice

Category:

Track

Scale:

HO

This installment covers how to handlay Proto:87 turnouts. Included are diagrams that describe each part of a turnout, what a check gauge is supposed to check, and how to file points. Lots of photos show tips on handlaying turnouts, verifying your work, and how to lay track for in-street modeling.