July 2003 • Volume 9, Issue 7 • The NewsMonthly for Model Railroaders
	The July 2003 issue features the following reviews & columns: • S-Helper Service’s new F7s in S Scale • Bachmann’s GE 45 Tonner Diesel Locomotive, Dump Cars in F Scale • E-R Models’ Amtrak Talgo Set in N Scale • Athearn’s F59PHI Diesel Locomotive, & Bombardiers in HO Scale • Micro-Trains Line’s Troop Sleepers & Kitchen Cars in N Scale • Busch GmbH & Co.’s Dodge Power Wagon Pickup Truck in HO Scale • Woodland Scenic’s Grand Valley HO Scale Model Railroad Kit Chapter 7 • Lionel’s Engine Transfer Table in O Scale • TLC’s “Burlington Route — The Early Zephyrs” Book Review • Signature Press’ “Southern Pacific Freight Cars, Volume 2: Cabooses” Book Review • Larger View Column by John Sipple • TAMR Column by Peter Maurath • Thinking of DCC by Philip A. Scandura, Jr.
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Reviews
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	S-Helper Service’s new F7s in S Scale Review by David Otte • Photos by John Sipple S-Helper Service is offering their new F7s packaged in several different arrangements. Discover all your options, along with prototype info, the model’s appearance, operation, lighting effects, and sound system, all covered in this front page review.
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	Bachmann’s GE 45 Tonner Diesel Locomotive, & Dump Cars in F Scale Review and Photos by John Sipple Find out the difference a ton makes in Bachmann’s release of its long-awaited 1:20.3 “F” scale, 45-tonner diesel industrial switcher. Read prototype info about the model’s details, operation, and also about their two new side dump and V-dump cars.
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	E-R Models’ Amtrak Talgo Set in N Scale Review and Photos by John Sipple If you model the Pacific Northwest, these models of Amtrak’s Talgo service may be of special interest to you. Get prototype information on these Spanish “Tilt Trains,” with model appearance, and operation advise, all found in this month’s issue.
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	Athearn’s F59PHI Diesel Locomotive, & Bombardiers in HO Scale Review and Photos by John Sipple “Resplendent in the sea waves that pay homage to Seattle’s Puget Sound, this Sounder F59PHI also heralds a return to sweeping paint schemes on F-units.” In this review you’ll find out more about Seattle’s Sounder prototype, Athearn’s locomotive and Bombardier cars, and how your layout can enjoy really good commuter service.
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	Micro-Trains Line’s Troop Sleepers & Kitchen Cars in N Scale Review by Dr. John Hullman • Photos by John Sipple Find out if Micro-Trains Line’s release of four World War II era passenger cars should find a home on your early 1940s layout. Get prototype info on troop sleeper and troop kitchen cars, along with the models’ details, decoration, and operation.
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	Busch GmbH & Co.’s Dodge Power Wagon Pickup Truck in HO Scale Review by Bill Cawthon • Photos by John Sipple Post World War II fans may also be interested in this Dodge Power Wagon Pickup, originally built from 1945 to 1949. Discover prototype info, model details, and suggestions for additions in this review.
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	Grand Valley HO Scale Model Railroad Kits by Woodland Scenics A hands on construction series from start to finish Article and photos by James A. Powell Chapter 7: Trees and grassy weeds for the Grand Valley Railroad Let there be trees and field grass! In this chapter you’ll get painting, assembly, and placement advise.
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	Lionel’s Engine Transfer Table in O Scale Review by David Otte • Photos by John Sipple Find out what a Transfer Table is, how it works, and if the Lionel No. 350 Transfer Table is just the ticket for moving your diesels realistically to the ready track and onto the mainline.
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	TLC’s “Burlington Route — The Early Zephyrs” by Geoffrey H. Doughty Book Review by David Otte Geoffrey H. Doughty writes the history of perhaps one of the most pivotal developments in passenger train history in TLC’s newest book “Burlington Route — The Early Zephyrs.” Discover more in this book review which includes photos from the book.
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	Signature Press’ “Southern Pacific Freight Cars, Volume 2: Cabooses” by Anthony W. Thompson Book Review by John Sipple Author Anthony W. Thompson brings in his second volume in the series by featuring cabooses of the Southern Pacific. This is a rich, authoritative, well researched book, as was Volume One before it. Get details from this illustrated book review.
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	Editorial Click to read and respond to this month's Editorial The Magic of Model Railroad Clubs by John Sipple e-mail Editor John Sipple at Editorial@modelrailroadnews.com
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	Larger View A Column by John Sipple Some New Ideas for Building Layouts This month John shares his club’s experience with BCIs, and encourages you to build it right the first time. e-mail John at Largerview@modelrailroadnews.com
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	Teen Association of Model Railroaders (TAMR) A Column by Peter Maurath Railfan on Campus This month Peter encourages those going off to college to join campus railroad clubs. e-mail TAMR tamr@modelrailroadnews.com visit TAMR www.tamr.org
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	Thinking of DCC Column Moderated by John Sipple Hooked on DCC — A Guest Column by Philip A. Scandura, Jr. This month Guest Columnist Philip A. Scandura, Jr. shares his personal experiences with his conversion to DCC, including a list of suggested DCC books and web sites for those interested in more information. e-mail your comments to dcc@modelrailroadnews.com
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	Letters online Read all the letters that appear in our July 2003 issue. We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions. We want to hear from you! Click on Letters
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	Events & Activities online This monthly department is packed with plenty of model railroading events and activities. Make plans to attend one in your area. You’ll be glad you did. Read this month's Events, or send us your Event info.
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