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Magazine Articles By Terry Thompson

Air-conditioning for a Heavyweight Coach

Adding various details to the a Branchline NYC coach.

Discover Virtual Model Railroading

Review and applications of Microsoft's Train Simulator and Auran's Trainz.

Sound Advice

The author examines how manufacturers tackle the difficult issue of sound reproduction inside our small locomotives. Covers both steam and diesel engines. Includes a sidebar on the history of sound in model railroading.

Weathering Your Diesels

This article covers how to weather an engine's wheels, sideframes, frames, tanks, bearing plates, pilots, body sides and ends, footboards, steps, walkways, doors, and roof. Includes a sidebar on airbrushing tips. Includes close-up of model and prototype photos.