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Growing Tall Grass and Weeds

Magazine:

Railroad Model Craftsman 1981-04

Page:

56

Author:

Peter Watson

Category:

Scenery - Trees, Shrubs, Bushes

Scale:

On2

After preparing the layout's surface, the author uses real hair as the basis for his tall grasses and weeds. Step-by-step photos accompany the text describing how he models them.

Remembering the Gorre & Daphetid Part 3

Magazine:

Railroad Model Craftsman 1981-04

Page:

60

Author:

Jim Findley

Category:

Layouts - HO - Large

Scale:

HO

This installment covers some of the more spectacularly-scenicked areas of the layout are examined in detail, and the lighting effects, including "black light", are reviewed. Includes both black-and-white and colored photos, includes some under-construction photos showing the placement of the mirrors.

PRR H25 "Sawtooth" Quad Hopper

Magazine:

Railroad Model Craftsman 1981-04

Page:

80

Author:

Brady J. McGuire

Category:

Freight Cars - Hoppers

Scale:

HO

After a bit of history behind the development of this particular hopper, the author builds his models from an Athearn 40-foot, 70-ton quad hopper (the two center hoppers have to be reworked). Prototype, and model and construction photos are includes, as well as a part list.