NASG Dispatch 2001 #6 December Articles
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Jeff's Junction
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
5
Author:
Jeff Madden
Category:
Model Railroads and People
Description:
The World's Greatest Hobby show is explained, and who their target audience is.
Module Corner
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
8
Author:
Ted Larson
Category:
Modules
Description:
This column covers the perception that S-MOD standard requires heavy materials for its construction, a report on what modular railroading is being done in Alberta, Canada, and a report of modular layouts in Michigan.
Timesaver Switching Layout
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
9
Author:
Roy Hoffman
Category:
Layout Design
Description:
A track plan with a bit of accompanying text shows an idea Roy Hoffman has for a Timesaver-based design for a home layout.
A Pike Master Layout for a Hospital Room
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
10
Author:
Wayne Beachy
Category:
Modules
Description:
After initial rejections, the The Virginia Central Division of the Atlantic Coast S Gaugers were able to set up a 10'x14' modular layout in an area hospital for the children. This article covers the lessons the group learned. Includes two photos of a smaller portable layout.
Easiville Shortline RR
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
12
Author:
Paul Raham
Category:
Layout Design
Description:
A track plan design idea for a 4'x8' layout using AF-compatible track.
That's Entertainment
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
13
Author:
John Eichmann
Category:
Modules
Description:
The article covers the history of the Lookout Junction layout built by the Rocky Mountain Hi-Railers, based in Boise, Idaho. Includes the track plan and some photos of the layout.
A Colorful Fall S Fest
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
17
Author:
Jeff Madden
Category:
Model Railroad Shows
Description:
A few photos taken at the 2001 Fall S Fest.
Fixin' Flyer
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
18
Author:
David Dewey
Category:
American Flyer
Description:
New books and reference material to help anyone wanting to repair A.F. products.
Modifying an Atlas HO Pony Truss Bridge for S-gauge
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
19
Author:
Dan De Santis
Category:
Structures - Bridges
Description:
A detailed assembly diagram and step-by-step instructions describe how to do the modifications.
A Little More on Russell Morris Mobley
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
20
Author:
Jeff Madden
Category:
Model Railroads and People
Description:
A brief history of Russ, and more information about the new Russel M. Mobley Memorial Library, with a listing of what is available.
The 'S'traight & Narrow
Issue:
2001 #6 December
Page:
21
Author:
David Heine
Category:
Track
Description:
This column discusses narrow-gauge curves, grades, clearances, and rail.