Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | Railroad Model Craftsman 1991-01
Articles Listing

The Carolina & Western RR

The author describes how he changed from HO to O-scale, even though he was firmly rooted in HO. The new layout measures 13.5' by 36'.

Upgrading the MDC Shay Part I

The author states that the model runs very well if as built, but adding an NWSL metal gearbox and a Sagami motor with flywheels really makes it purr. Also discussed are contact wipers, side rods, and universal shafts

Small Oil Facility

Built from various kit parts, the author describes how he built this structure.

Detailing Intermodal Vans

TOFC (Trailers On FlatCars) are slowly replacing box cars. The article describes various manufactures that make these trailers, with special attention paid to Front Range Products.

Steam Whistles and Drumbeats: The Kootenay River Railfair and Pow-Wow

This article makes a good argument for true free-lancing. The author and his sons are building dioramas that will be placed in a real-world boxcar.

The GE Dash 8-40C(W)

Description, photos, and scale drawings of the then new Conrail wide-nose diesels.

Build a Milwaukee Road Stock Car

Detailing a Matua model to create a 1929 stock car. Includes prototype and model photos.

Warehouses and Rails Part 2

The installment covers the McCracken Van & Storage Co. It includes historical description, prototype photos (old and recent), and scale drawings.

Protofile Part 60

This installment covers the Soo Line "Super Jumbo PS-2" covered hopper. Includes a prototype and a model photo, and a parts list.

Scratchbuilding a Standard PRR Tool House

The author scratchbuilt the entire structure from wood. Includes scale drawings and model photos.

Modeling C&NW and CSX SD60's

Includes parts list, model and prototype photos for superdetailing models for this modern prototype.