Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | S/Sn3 Modeling Guide 1996-06
Articles Listing

Narrow Gauge Narrow Budget

Russ Haigh's 20"-gauge mine tram is covered in this article, which uses N-scale power. Includes several photos of the briefcase-sized layout.

Spring S Spree

The author reports on the show. There were two layouts and Russ Haige's Sn20 layout in operation. Includes several photos, including new-product ones.

Abraham's Log House

The author scratchbuilt this cabin and describes how to do it. Includes finished-model photos and plans, as well as a parts list.

An Easy Effective GG1 Improvement

The author describes the changes he made to his American Models GG1 to remove the excessive swing of the pilots. Includes close-up photos of the modifications to be made.

The LCPA Middle School Model Railroad Club

An S-scale layout was built for the Lincoln College Preparatory Academy Middle School in the Kansas City Missouri School District, sponsored by Richard Wholf. Includes several photos of children using the layout.

DCC and Me Part I

The author introducing himself and the reader to the new world of DCC. This installment covers a lot of the common terminology used.

Overland Models' SD50/SD60

This is a product review of the brass locomotive.

Ophir Section Car Shed & Depot Outhouse

The author reviews the two kits made by banta modelworks (they are sold together in one box).

From the Observation Lounge

The author would like to see more layout builders place placeholder structures on their layouts, so that visitor have an idea of what is going to be where. To give them a glimpse into what the layout owner is planning.