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Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

Magazine:

S/Sn3 Modeling Guide 1997-08/09

Page:

12

Author:

Bill Wade

Category:

Model Railroad Philosophy

What kinds of questions are faced by those who enter the model railroading hobby?

Modeling the E.B.T. in Sn3 Part I

Magazine:

S/Sn3 Modeling Guide 1997-08/09

Page:

16

Author:

Jack Bartman

Category:

Railroading

Scale:

Sn3

After introducing the East Broad Top narrow-gauge railroad in Pennsylvania, the author describes how it can be modeled in Sn3. The EBT also used standard-gauge equipment on narrow-gauge trucks, as well as stub-turnouts, so there is lots to model. Includes several pages of prototype photos.

Thrall 4,750 Cubic Foot Covered Hopper

Magazine:

S/Sn3 Modeling Guide 1997-08/09

Page:

24

Author:

Ladd Houda

Category:

Freight Cars - Hoppers

Scale:

S

The author takes you through the process of scratchbuilding one of these cars. Includes several close-up model photos and a parts list.

0-4-0T Porter Part II

Magazine:

S/Sn3 Modeling Guide 1997-08/09

Page:

31

Author:

Bill Wade

Category:

Locomotives - 0-4-0T

Scale:

S

The article continues by working on the super-structure of the kit, building the cab, and their detailing.

Downtown Deco's Blue Angel Smoke Shop/Lou's Tattoo Parlor

Magazine:

S/Sn3 Modeling Guide 1997-08/09

Page:

34

Author:

Bill Wade

Category:

Product Review

Scale:

S

The author describes the construction process of the double-store downtown building.

American Models' PS-2 CD Covered Hopper

Magazine:

S/Sn3 Modeling Guide 1997-08/09

Page:

35

Author:

Gary Anderson

Category:

Product Review

Scale:

S

The author reviews the three-bay covered hopper, after providing a brief history of the prototype car.