Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | S Gaugian 2002-07/08
Articles Listing

Through the Decades

The author recollects major S-scale-related events from 1974 through 1978.

S Product Reviews

Reviewed are the Can Motor Conversion Kit by S-n-S Trains, Regulated Lighting Devices by Dallee Electronics, Billboard Signage by Blair Line, International Tractor-Trailer by Die-cast Promotions, Circus Train Flatcar by Joe's Train Repair, Illuminated Billboards by McDonald Models, Track Cutter by Xuron, and Easy Cutter by Midwest Products.

Thinking About Buying a Digital Camera?

A description of digital cameras available at that time.

The Scale Scene

How to add handrail and brake wheels to American Models' heavyweight baggage cars. Shows a couple of photos and a jig drawing.

Recreating The Gilbert #401 Window Display

The author builds a reproduction of this 8'x8' layout, in such a way that it is portable to take to local train shows. It allows the operation of three trains at a time. The article provides instructions on how to build such a layout, with a couple of photos and a track and wiring diagram.

S Scale Takes Over HO Layout

The author's three-level layout features S-scale in the center level, with the others HO-scale.

See the B&G Railroad on Fall S Fest Tour

This A.F.-based layout consists of two separate layouts, one regular, and one suspended from the ceiling. Each is capable of running 4 trains at once. Includes several layout photos.

S Scenes from the 2001 Fall S Fest

One page of photos taken at the event.

A Carnival of S Gauge

A revisit of this 5-level layout, owned, by Tony Yorio, that features a carnival.

Scratchbuilt Sanding House for a Small Railroad

A brief article about the prototype and construction of the model. Includes one photo.

Confessions of a Modular Group Part III

Internal issues related to the track used on the modules are covered, including adding a third line with no turnouts. They had many electrical problems with their layout. Module legs are discussed, as well as the addition of a trailer.

American Flyer Collector's Column

This column covers the use of proper A.F. screws.

The Roundhouse

The A.F. smoke unit and its choo-choo sound, and how to maintain and repair them.