Classic Toy Trains February 2006

NORTH TO ALASKA - Roger Carp visits Michael McCrackin's O gauge layout, which captures the rugged scenery of the 49th state.

SLEEPERS AND DUDS - John A. Grams offers an opinionated list of under-appreciated and over-rated Lionel, American Flyer, and Marx trains.

2005 INDEX OF STORIES - Kelly Shaw compiles last year's stories, reviews, and more, all categorized for quick reference.

FIXED VOLTAGE FOR O-27 TRACK SWITCHES - Ray L. Plummer shows you how to re-wire these switches for steady power.

MAIN STREET MARX LAYOUT - Roger Carp visits Ray Cox's amazing Marx layout.

WALK-IN PLAN WITH EASY ACCESS - E.A. Engebretson and Kent Johnson provide a 8- by 16-foot O gauge track plan that allows you to remain seated while running trains.

STATE OF MAINE BOXCARS - Joseph H. Lechner and Roger Carp describe how these potato-hauling boxcars became postwar Lionel and American Flyer icons.

FINISH A LIGHTWEIGHT 5-BY-9 LAYOUT - Victor Roseman offers seven steps to complete a realistic-looking portable S gauge layout.