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

B&O I-1 Caboose Laser Kit

The author reviews the kit manufactured by Lake Junction Models and sold through The Supply Car. He used it to model a caboose for the Buffalo Creek & Gauley railroad which he models.

Engineering Department

The author describes the things he has to do to get ready for his monthly operating sessions.

Installing DCC Decoders in American Models Diesels

The author describes how he makes a flat space in the diesel engines onto which to mount the decoder.

Improving a Steam Era Tank Car Model

The author describes how he corrected and super-detailed the Des Plaines Hobbies/S Scale America single-dome tank car. Includes a tip on how to cut and install rivets made by Tichy. In addition to many photos, the article also contains a parts list. Includes a side bar on the history of mid-20th century tank cars.

S Scale SIG Newsletter

The newsletter reports that the S Scale SIG web site is functional, and Ed Loizeaux discusses what's next for the group.

Eastern Junction

The author talks about what he has been working on with regard to his Sn2 modules, and what he has been working on next for the modules: the Kennebec Central Coal Dock.

From the Observation Lounge

The author describes riding various traction rails in Philadelphia, and doing traction modeling in S-scale.