Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | NASG Dispatch 2025 #6 November
Articles Listing

From the Yard Office

Members are missing out on all of the new products coming out and being shown on the NASG's web site. Some clubs are growing because of their consistency in displaying at local shows.

Restoration Station

The author describes the kinds of issues he has come across with the smoke units in Lionel's U33C and PA diesel locomotives. His best-guess at the solution is shared in the article.

2025 "The Shoreline Special" Convention

Photos of the model contest winners' models.

The Lonely Pullman Car

The author argues that A.C. Gilbert made a weird business decision in 1953 to market a green #652 Pullman car, as it didn't match any of their other cars.

A Most Unusual Combine

Researching and building a model of the Buffalo Creek & Gauley dining car X-6, serving MoW crews and railfans on tours. Includes prototype and model photos.

Skeleton Log Cars Part 1

The author walks us through the process of building a set of 28-foot skeleton log cars. Includes design diagrams, parts list, and model photos.

S Gauge Pike Passes from the Past

The author photographed several model railroad visitor's passes that he found his Dad had kept.