Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | Model Railroading 2006-01
Articles Listing

A Prototypical Dummy Unit

Modeling a Canadian Pacific MLW RS 18 Control Cab. Includes prototype and modeling photos, and a parts list for super-detailing this unit.

SD45-2 Part 4

Many prototype photos of this locomotive by Conrail, Erie Lackawanna, and CSX.

Sound for the Bachmann HO Climax

The author installed the SoundTraxx DSD-090LC Light Steam decoder into this locomotive's tender shell. Modifications were necessary. Also includes the parts list and how to program the decoder.

Switch Control Linkage

The author describes how he constructs his turnout linkage mechanism for both manual and power operations.

Photographic Techniques with Helicon Focus

The author uses the Helicon Focus software product to create some stunning photos of his N-scale layout. Incredible depth of field.

Tall Timber Railroad Part 7

This installment of the series covers scenery. It includes plastering the "ground", installing rock castings, ground foam, trees, roads, and pathways.

Triple Crown Services Part 2A

The 53-footers.

Wisconsin Central EMD GP30

Prototype photos and parts lists for super-detailing HO and N-scale models.