How To

September 2011
In this section you'll find everything from 10 tips for better O gauge track, to instructions on building unique structures for your home layout, to all about our last two project railroads, the Cascade & Timber Trail Ry. and The Retro Railroad. To access the complete list of how-to feature stories click here for The Classic Toy Trains How-To Index.
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In this article, get step-by-step instructions for adapting a toy train track plan to a different type of track and an illustrated glossary of track planning terms.
By Kent Johnson
Published: February 28, 2013
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This 4 x 8-foot O gauge plan features new products, alternative techniques, and a reader-selected theme.

By Kent Johnson, Bob Keller
Published: March 13, 2012
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By Kent Johnson
Published: July 20, 2011
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Details for scenicking a layout can come from surprising sources.
By Cody Grivno
Published: July 13, 2011
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In the September 2011 CTT: A bonus installment for our project layout.

By Kent Johnson
Published: July 8, 2011

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