Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | S Gaugian 2008-03/04
Articles Listing

Scale Scene

The author mentions that his layout is soon to be expanded. He also describes a scratchbuilt steam locomotive that his friend bought, and an Alco switcher at a recent show. Photos of both models are included in the article.

The Blacksmith Shop

The author describes The Blacksmith Shop found in Naper Settlement, Naperville, Illinois. The article includes scaled drawings of all four sides.

A Wood Flagstop Station

The author builds and reviews the "Flag Stop" structure kit produced by Laser Art Structures.

American Flyer Layout Filled with Accessories

The author describes how he got into AF and the layouts he has built.

New York Central's Diesel Fueling Car

The author describes how he built this rather unusual car.

Building the Gilbert 'Radio' Car

The author found a photo of the A.C. Gilbert Radio car, and describes how he built one.

Bring Out the Wrecking Crane!

The author describes how Dave Smith took a Lionel O-27 crane to build this car.

Miami valley S Gaugers Go 'High Tech'

The author describes how the club bought and installed a Programmable Logic Controller to run the eight accessories on their 32' x 20' club layout.

Background on the S-Helper Service Display Layout

A brief description of this famous layout (to S-scale modelers, at least) and how it was built. Includes a track plan.

American Flyer Collector's Column

The author starts a two-part series on three-digit numbered American Flyer reefers.

AF Heavyweight Hauler

The author describes how he built a Schnabel Heavy Weight Hauler look-alike from various A.F. parts