NASG Dispatch 2020 #4 July Articles
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President's Message
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
4
Author:
Will Holt
Category:
Model Railroad Organizations
Description:
The possible return of train shows later this year.
New Orders
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
4
Author:
Richard Caugherty
Category:
Model Railroad Magazines
Description:
Apologizes for errors in the previous issue, and requesting articles for the Christmas issue.
NASG Regional Alignment Reaffirmed
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
6
Author:
Will Holt
Category:
Model Railroad Organizations
Description:
More information about moving members around in the various "regions", which are represented by vice-presidents.
Dispatch Letters and Obituary Policies
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
6
Author:
Richard Caugherty
Category:
Model Railroad Magazines
Description:
Policies for posting letters-to-the-editor and obituaries.
3D Printing: Removing Printed Parts
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
8
Author:
Dave Donaldson
Category:
Tools
Description:
This installment covers how to remove the part from the printer, and what to do with that part when it is removed.
Try Hallmark Cards Oceanside Depot
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
13
Author:
Steve Monson
Category:
Structures - Depots/Stations/Yards
Description:
The author reviews and upgrades the tin model produced by Hallmark Cards in 1999. The model is close to S-scale.
American Flyer Self-liquidating Display Layout
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
15
Author:
Richard Trotter
Category:
Layout Construction
Description:
The author built a display layout to help him sell his uncle's large collection of A.F. items.
Simple 200 Foot Pratt Through Truss Bridge
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
16
Author:
Randy Griggs
Category:
Structures - Bridges
Description:
The author describes how he decided upon which bridge he needed for his 36" gap on his layout, describes how he built it. Includes construction photos.
Return to Model Trains Satisfies a Long Time Interest
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
18
Author:
Marvin Harger
Category:
Layouts - S
Description:
The author describes his A.F.-based new layout that is still a work-in-progress. Includes photos of his layout, as well as a track plan.
Scratchbuilding Icing Facility for a Short Line
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
20
Author:
Monte Heppe
Category:
Structures - Industrial
Description:
The author describes how he built a small, local icing facility to help keep reefers cool.
Detailing American Models Triple Hopper Not Exceedingly Difficult
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
22
Author:
Edwin C. Kirstatter
Category:
Freight Cars - Hoppers
Description:
The author describes how he super-detailed the AM hopper.
News from the North
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
28
Author:
Jim Martin
Category:
Model Railroad Manufacturers
Description:
Information about products under development by Canadian manufacturers, and how the author built a roll-away paint booth.
New Product Review
Issue:
2020 #4 July
Page:
30
Author:
Bob Hogan
Category:
Freight Cars - Gondolas
Description:
The author reviews the new Pre-Size Model Specialties' SP GS gondola kit.