Classic Toy Trains October 2004

Learn how to build an attractive and efficient control panel for your layout, learn why 1956 was Lionel's last perfect year, and more!




LIONEL FOR 1956

Joe Algozzini and Roger Carp detail the last perfect year for the giant of postwar toy trains.

OLD-FASHIONED FLYER LAYOUT

Roger Carp shows how Nick and Tom Mescher built their S gauge railroad just as the A.C. Gilbert Co. would have.

10-STEP CONTROL PANEL

Peter H. Riddle outlines how to build an attractive and efficient control panel for your toy train layout.

HORSESHOE CURVE IN O AND S GAUGES

Roger Carp reveals how Don Williams' layout vividly models Pennsylvania's hottest train spot.

TEST OF 9 TYPES OF TRACK

Phillip Hays rates metal rails for traction and electrical resistance.

HI-RAIL IN A ROOM

Dennis Waldeck offers an O gauge track plan for the Toledo, Peoria & Western Railroad in 12 by 16 feet.

BUILD A WORKING POWER STATION

Norm Brainard explains how a stationary steam engine powered by air puts on a pleasing show.

PHOTO ALBUM

How can you get a photo of your layout into CLASSIC TOY TRAINS? Easy, submit it to Photo Album, our newest regular feature.

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE OF CTT: Bob Keller reviews the newest trains from MTH, Lionel, K-Line and more; industry news; Q&A operator tips with Ray L. Plummer; and our popular Collectible Classics column