Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | S Gaugian 2007-03/04
Articles Listing

Coffee With Gerald Burks

The author introduces himself and his layout.

S Product Review

Reviewed are the Pikesville Models tank car, the Z Stuff for Trains signals, and the Walthers Heljan Synagogue (HO-scale).

Scale Scene

The author advices about the pros and cons of 1/64"-thick plywood that is commonly used for laser-cut structure kits. He then reviews four of the kits made available GCLaser.

An AF Northern Becomes UP's #806

The author describes how he took a junker AF 4-8-4 and built a UP model by fixing its problems and repainting it, after doing extensive research into the prototype engine.

Building the NNY RR

The author describes his around-the-wall layout with three peninsulas, for a total of 400 feet of mainline track. Construction has begun, so a couple of photos are includes, as well as a drawing of the completed track plan.

American Flyer Lines, Western Division

The author tells the story of how he built his mostly AF-based layout, starting in 1999. Includes several photos.

American Flyer Collector's Column

The author covers several other A.C. Gilbert 50th Anniversary items the company sold. He researched who got one of the first 50 Frontierman sets. He also covers the Overland Baggage Cars (24730). Includes photos and period ads, as well as the Post Cereal ads.

Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad's Highlands Station

Prototype photos, and scale drawings (1:64) of this building found in Hinsdale, Illinois.

S Gauge Rapid Transit

The author describes how he built this transit traction car. Includes photos and supplemental drawings.