Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | NASG Dispatch 2011 #6 December
Articles Listing

OS from S Tower

Although a number of craftsman-style kits are available in S, the author proposes that cheaper plastic kits, similar to Walther's HO-scale Cornerstone ones, are needed in S-scale.

So You Think You Don't Have Room for a Layout?

The author built a layout around the perimeter of his room, near the ceiling. He describes the plusses and minuses of such an approach. Includes several photos, and design diagrams for the supports. It also covers his vast AF collection and what he runs on the layout.

Harriman to Nashville the S Gauge Tennessee Central

The author describes his renamed layout (was "Volunteer Central II") layout based on the what-if scenario of the Tennessee Central still existing. This AF-based layout has lots of track, engines, structures, and over 700 figures. Includes several photos.

S Tracks

This installment covers the creation of the Mt. Washington backdrop for his layout. Includes a few photos. The backdrop is made from sections of insulation foam.

Modeling the Buffalo Creek & Gauley Railroad

The author reviews the book by Brooks Stover, which covers the prototype BC&G railroad, and how he modeled it in S-scale.

NASG 2012 Convention

Introductions to the 2012 NASG Convention in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Fall S Fest 2011 St. Louis MO

The author reports on the activities of this event.

Promotions Committee Program 2011-2012

The proposed plan for the forthcoming year of the NASG's promotions committee.