Garden Railways June 2013

Rescaling Bachmann's log cars to 1:29 scale
By Rob Robson
A few simple steps will convert a narrow-gauge car to standard gauge
pg. 28

Build a railroad bunkhouse
By Don Parker
Part 2: The roof, finishing, and foundation
pg. 30

How to make corrugated-iron sheet
By Graham Jones
Soft-drink cans and a crimper are all you need
pg. 34

Build a spring-return #7 turnout
By Chuck Rheutan
Part 1: The woodwork and cutting the rails
pg. 36

Visit the Nepenthes, Gestalt, & Delirium Railway
By David Outteridge
A small, freelance railroad in the front yard
pg. 42

Installing batteries in Aristo-Craft locomotives
By Richard Nelson
Using available space simplifies the job
pg. 50

Make your own rail clamps
By Mark Howe
Inexpensive, homemade joiners hold rails securely
pg. 52

Building Dinovo Shoe Repair in 1:29 scale
By Jerry Paladino
A scratchbuilding project based on a family business
pg. 54

29th National Garden Railway Convention preview
By Raymond Hughes
Come to Cincinnati in June
pg. 58