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Heap Shields
Magazine:
S Scale Resource 2016-02/03
Page:
9
Author:
Jim Kindraka
Category:
Freight Cars - Hoppers
Scale:
S
The author describes how he added heap shields (and other details) to 2- and 4-bay American Models hoppers. Includes construction and final-model photos.
Kit Bashing an Unusual Gondola
Magazine:
S Scale Resource 2016-02/03
Page:
16
Author:
Glenn Guerra
Category:
Freight Cars - Gondolas
Scale:
S
Using a two-bay American Models hopper, the author describes how he modeled the L&M gondola/hopper car that appeared in the Spring 1983 issue of the North West Lines magazine (published by the Chicago and Northwestern Historical Society). Includes many detailed construction photos.
What's on Your Workbench Today?
Magazine:
S Scale Resource 2016-02/03
Page:
32
Author:
Peter Vanvliet
Category:
Freight Cars - Hoppers
Scale:
S
The author shares two photos of his work bench space and the PRR GLa hopper cars that he is scratchbuilding.
Some Layout Ideas
Magazine:
S Scale Resource 2016-02/03
Page:
33
Author:
Glenn Guerra
Category:
Layout Construction
Scale:
S
A visit with Roy Meissner reveals how he planned and built his model railroad to support two levels of track work. He built a model of his benchwork out of basswood to help him visualize the final product. It also covers how Roy joins his rail together. Several photos are included with this article.
Getting Glassy
Magazine:
S Scale Resource 2016-02/03
Page:
39
Author:
Daniel Dawdy
Category:
Scratchbuilding
This article, copied from the September/October 2014 issue of The O Scale Resource, covers how to cut real glass to make windows for cabooses, engine cabs, etc.