Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | S Gaugian 1991-03/04
Articles Listing

Rare AF Missouri Pacific Passenger Set Returns

The author conducts an interview with Jeff Jones, American Flyer Production Manager at Lionel about their new offerings for 1991. Included are pages of advertisement showing photos of the new AF products.

Build your own Steam Whistle for $45

The author shares how he built a steam engine whistle to fit in a box car that can be pulled behind a steam engine, thus enabling the sound without having to modify the engine. The whistle comes from a Tyco billboard unit. Includes a photo and a schematic drawing.

ABC's of S...

The author responds to last month's request for a hypothetical company being formed that produces S-scale items for the AF/hi-rail community.

The S models of Joe Greynolds

This is a follow-up to the November/December, 1989 issue article of Joe Greynold's layout, in which the author shares photos of Joe's cars which didn't fit in that previous issue. Photos only; no commentary.

American Flyer Collector's Column

This column continues the discussion of A.C. Gilbert's AF diesel locomotives. Includes several model photos.

The Roundhouse

The author describes how to repair the American Flyer Baldwin diesel, which tends to burn out its motor quickly.

Lionel Rolls Out Improved AF Freight Trucks

The Lionel-produced AF freight trucks for 1990 are completely new; only the wheels are the same. The author reviews the new couplers, sideframes, and journals.