Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | 1:64 Modeling Guide 2012 Fall
Articles Listing

Engineering Department

Slowly replacing solenoid switch machines with either Blue Points or Tortoise ones. Additional layout progress.

Let's Build a CNJ Boxcab Diesel

The author describes how he built this engine from a Pennsylvania Heritage Models' chassis kit and a Great American Locomotion super-structure kit. Includes one prototype photo, and several model construction photos, as well as a parts list. Note that the article contains an error, in that Alan J. Friedland is identified as the owner of Pennsylvania Heritage Models, but he is the owner of Great American Locomotion.

S in a Corner

The author discusses why he switched from modeling in N-scale to S-scale, even though he has less space available. The layout is set in the corner of his home office, comprising two modules in an L-shape. It is a simple switching layout only 16 inches of shelf space. He models the ATSF in downtown Flagstaff, Arizona in the 1950s. Includes a track plan, layout photos, and prototype photos of the area modeled.

Eastern Junction

Gary reports on what he saw at the Northern Ohio S Scalers' meet, which included vendors, clinics, and displayed models.

From The Observation Lounge

The authors remember Jack Sudimak who passed away in October 2012.