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The YAHOO S-Scale Group is for discussion of model railroading in 1/64th (S) scale; both standard and narrow gauge.

If you are already modeling in S scale or are a model railroader who is considering switching to S from another scale JOIN US! This list is one of the best sources of information on S scale available. Just introduce yourself after joining. Ask all the questions you want. We will take care of you! Once you decide to switch to S scale you will be one of our family. Joining the National Association of S Gaugers http://www.NASG.org is HIGHLY recommended. Going to a NASG National convention is a great place for a newbie to "meet the people" and see what is available. See MORE S-scale at www.NASG.org and in our LINKS section. Find Many Photos of S-Scale Modeling in our FILES and PHOTOS Sections.

If you would also like to design and make S Mod S Scale Modules, join this group;
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Mod

This list is NOT for discussions about American Flyer and other toy trains. American Flyer only subject threads will be given a VERY short life before they are ended. However, discussions about aspects of layout building or trains that are common to scale and Flyer trains are welcome.
For 1/64th scale toy trains, including Gilbert/American Flyer, see the Yahoo "S-Trains" group;
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Trains

This month's photo is from Bob Hogan, entitled "Truckee yard with outbound freights". The engine on the left is a highly modified Overland 2-8-2. It is a model of Western Pacific #309. This model won Master Craftsman "First" in locos at the recent NASG Convention in St. Louis.The engine on the right is a modified SHS 2-8-0. This engine has a new stack, cross-compound pump and piping, injectors piping, steam "cluster" with pop valves whistle, new bell, and tender modifications including an oil tank and "dog house".