Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | S Gaugian 2001-03/04
Articles Listing

Building the CS&R

The author's first S-scale layout (switching from HO-scale) represents an an independently-owned 1950s western bridge line that operates between the Rio Grande and the Union Pacific railroads. This article covers the method for building the benchwork, how the yards were handles, and choosing to use code 100 rail. A few under-construction photos accompany the article.

Scale Scene

This article is about converting an American Flyer depressed-center flat to scale, and building a transformer load.

Great Lakes Lumber Co. CF-7

The author describes how he built this unique model starting with an American Models GP7.

Rolling Stock Gilbert Could Have Made, But Didn't...

A hypothetical set of freight cars that A.C. Gilbert didn't make. Includes models by Gary Ippolito and Jerry Poniatowski.

Executive Transport for the A.C. Gilbert Company

The article covers how to scratchbuild an S-scale DC-3. Includes a photo of the model and drawings for the various parts.

American Flyer Collector's Column

This column covers the A.C. Gilbert Export Division, which was responsible for sales outside of the U.S.

The Roundhouse

This column covers how to deal with A.F. engines that run great in reverse but poorly going forward.