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Magazine Articles By Ron Gribler

 

Kitbashing a PRR Tower

Magazine:

Railroad Model Craftsman 2003-08

Page:

70

Category:

Structures - Trackside

Scale:

O

Starting with an Atlas O-scale signal tower to create this PRR tower. Fully detailed interior is visible via the removable roof.

Scratchbuild a Chesapeake & Ohio High Side Gondola

Magazine:

O Scale Trains 23 November 2005

Page:

4

Category:

Freight Cars - Gondolas

Scale:

O

This article describes how the author built a 1953 50-ton gondola from brass, styrene, and paper (for the rivets). Includes cutting diagrams, step-by-step photos, and a parts list. There is also a sidebar on how to create the rivet lines.