N Scale Railroading: Getting Started in the Hobby, Second Edition (Model Railroader’s How-To Guides)

There have been numerous advances in N scale railroading since the first edition of this book, and the author addresses them all, from track to train control. He takes beginners through step-by-step chapters that show them how to build and operate a complete N scale 4 x 8-foot railroad based on his Androscoggin Central, an interesting and challenging New England railroad.

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Model Trains: Fun Facts and Pictures

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Are you or your child fascinated with model trains, or trains in general? You will love this fun picture book with a lot of fun facts about model trains. Learn about the history of model trains and what makes them different from just a toy train. This is a great book for kids wanting to look at pictures and adults that love the model train.

A+ Book Reports is a series of books that provide information on a variety of topics. Each book has useful information which can be helpful for book reports and school projects. You can always expect fun facts and great pictures with every topic.

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Model railroad track plan and tips

There are no track plans in this book! The name is from the book’s website – where all the railroading tips come from.

The book is just a collection of tips. That’s why the book is not the most expensive read in the world.

So you’ll either love it, or hate it. If you want some fantastic time saving and money saving tips, they are all here.

If you want pretty pictures and good grammar, don’t buy this book.

It doesn’t matter how little space you have, you’ll get the most from your rail track with this book.

There is page after page of modelling tips, collected over the years from fellow modellers. Together they will save you a fortune – in fact just one tip will save you the price of this book.

All the tips have been collected from modelrailwaylayoutsplans.com. The tips are on everything from making scenery, layouts, engines, electrics – in fact every aspect of model railroading is mentioned.

Don’t just take my word for it though – here’s what others say about the book:

“I cant begin to tell you how much I enjoy your messages and all the info. Please keep up the good work. You have a new and very loyal fan.”
Clay

“Alastair, love the stuff you send, thank you.”
Glenn

“Boy! you are really prolific with the modeling info. Nice job and thank you.”
Roy

“Neat idea! Thanks for the plans.”
Roger

“I really enjoy the tid-bits you are sending us”
Thom

“Hi Alastair, Thanks for all the good ideas that you have been sending.”
Doren

“Hi Al, thanks for all the info you have been sending of late”
David

“Thanks for all the modelling tips. I especially enjoy the photos of well done layouts. Your time and effort is appreciated very much. ”
Paul

“Hi Alastair, Thanks again for all the wonderful tips and Info”
Herman

“I’ve been receiving all your emails. Thanks. They are great and have very interesting links.”
Mike

“Thanks for the latest tips. Appreciate them.”
JD

“Al, Thank you from a beginner”
Frank

“Wonderful tips Al, thanks for them and the beautiful; train pictures.”
Reg

“I enjoyed that read, thank you for sending it. 🙂 ”
Glenn

“I just want to thank you for the e-mails that you’ve sent me concerning trains”
Mike

“Cool tips!”
Paul

“Hi Al ….. I really enjoy your emails and articles.”
Bob

“Thank you!!! These are some nice layouts I look forward to attempting them in ‘O’ gauge…”
Simba

“Al, thanks so much! The layouts are very cool.”
Jim

“Hi Alastair, the tips are appreciated, thank you. ”
Roy

“Thanks for the great tips”
Walter

“Thanks again Al for the tips. Like them I did and do”
Donald

“I just wanted to thank you for your efforts on this endeavor. I do enjoy reading these offerings.”
William

“First let me say thanks for all the information you send and for those incredible layouts.”
Sam

“Nice pictures Al, thanks for posting them to me.”
Rogerk

“I do enjoy your emails, the suggestions, the working layouts etc.”
Mike

“Much to my Mrs.’ consternation you’ve got me getting excited about creating a model train layout again.”
William

“thanks for the tips Al. very helpfull. Please keep sending them”
Roger

“GREAT STUFF…… THANK YOU”
Robert

“Hi Al, your tips are right on time. Thanks so much.”
Peter

“Thanks … some good tips in there.”
Skip

“Appreciating and enjoying your information. Cheers!”
Ron

“Thanks for all your E.mails very good reading.”

“Thanks. Good Ideas.”
Werner

“The layouts were great, thanks.”
Peter

“Thanks again Al, more great tips are really helpful.”
Bill

“Just wanted to let you know we really enjoy your emails. My husband & I are working on an O guage layout.”
Loretta.

“VERY COOL…………….GREAT WORK”
Paul

“Great shots, I enjoy your emails.”
Dave

“I find these very refreshing and informative on a subject that always interested me – and now comes to my front door. [ computer screen.]”
Herman

“Thanks for the tips! ” Dan

“hi,many tnx 4 ur PDF. The scenery tips were great – will use on g/sons layout i,m building. regards, robin hall.” Robin

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Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles, Vol. 2 (Modeling & Painting)

This second volume of articles from Model Railroader offers modelers more tips for building bridges and trestles on their layouts. New information and how-tos include modeling a highway underpass, building a viaduct, creating a stone arch bridge, and more. Modelers will learn how to use current kits plus get scratchbuilding tips.

Includes expert instruction for modelers of all skill levels.
Highlights new techniques for building bridges out of concrete.
Provides detailed how-to photos for each project.

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