Fall 2020 Edition
As E*Train completes its 19th year, it has over a thousand authoritative articles, all available here for learning, research, and just plain fun!
We have continued to be blessed with great authors who bring excellence to the documentation of our hobby.
YOU can contribute too!.
Our next deadline for submissions is December 1st, 2020, but don't wait! You can share your experiences and expertise. It may be something simple and easy, or it may be more intricate. We can help you get it together if you need assistance, so let me know.
Carol R. McGinnis, e*Train Editor
Is your current email address on file with TCA? TCA needs it so you can receive full member benefits, including notices of new publications like e*Train!
Contact the National Business office by email or call 717 687 8623 ext. 101, and we'll handle the details for you!
A Design Goes Around and Around, Finding New Life
New in this Edition:
Building a Layout Billboard Because I Biked a Rail Trail
A chance encounter led to a unique layout feature.
By Michael Marmer
Flyerizing Thomas Part 3: Using a Six Wheel Frame and a Cut-Up Schilling Whistle
Skilled effort, step by step.
By Carl Giambrone and John Halajko
Lionel Repurposing: ♫"Bring in the Clones"♫ - Newsstands
Starting a new series.
By Bob Mintz
The John G. Hubbard Restoration Collection Part 1: The Acquisition and Restoration Story
A TCA member applies special skills.
By John G. Hubbard and John S. Halajko
The Newtown & West Wellington Line, Part 1, The Supporting Library
Building for a layout and a library.
By John S. Halajko
Updated: (new information or picture Updates)
Clem's York Primer Fall 2020
Ready for Spring.
By Carol Redman McGinnis
Good Golly Missed Trolley!
Adding some overlooked Lionel trolleys.
By Bob Mintz
The Handcarchief (Handcars)
Some "Large scale" items join the list.
By Bob Mintz
Lionel Control Towers
A new tower added; chart with details.
By Bill Meyer and Bob Mintz
Mintz's Mint in the Box Mint Cars
The classic saga of mint cars expands.
By Bob Mintz
One 'EL of a Great "Idear"—The M.T.H. Subway Cars
A new Lionel subway chart is added.
By Bob Mintz
