About this item
Don't get derailed! Get up to speed on the latest advancements in trackwork with the one book that focuses solely on proper track installation, Basic Trackwork for Model Railroaders, 2nd Edition. Freshly updated to showcase the newest products, current manufacturers, and the latest techniques, this new edition shows you how to: Lay flextrack, Handlay track, Install turnouts and switch machines, Use all-in-one and other sectional track, Install subroadbed, Ballast and detail track, and much more!No matter the size or scale of your model railroad, using the techniques in this in-depth guide will set the stage for smooth operation!
About the Author
Jeff Wilson has written more than 30 books about railroads and model railroading. He spent 10 years on the staff of Model Railroader magazine and for the past 10 years has been an associate editor in the books division of Kalmbach Publishing Co., in Waukesha, Wisconsin. In addition to books, Jeff has had dozens of articles published in magazines including Model Railroader, Trains, FineScale Modeler, and Referee.Jeff also works as a free-lance photographer and is a partner in IBC Studios (www.ibcstudios.com) . His specialties include transportation, sports action, athlete portraits, and miniatures. His photos have been published in dozens of books, magazines, and calendars.
