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Meet The Modeler

February 3, 2022February 2, 2022 by James McNab, posted in Announcements

Continuing my trend for blatant self promotion on this site, the past few weeks have been a very good time for me... promotionally speaking. First, the 2022 edition of Model Railroad Planning is now available on newsstands, in fine hobby shops, and online at the Kalmbach Hobby Store. My article, Demolition to Discovery, details the … Continue reading Meet The Modeler

J&M Automotive

January 20, 2022January 6, 2022 by James McNab, posted in Construction

Continuing where we left off... the next phase of construction involves turning plain styrene sheets into something representative of the actual structure. My weapon of choice is photo wallpaper, made famous by Lance Mindheim. I often rely on Google Streetview for acquiring images from afar, since Iowa City is a two-hour drive for me, one … Continue reading J&M Automotive

Starting 2022

January 6, 2022July 25, 2021 by James McNab, posted in Construction

Welcome to 2022! Let's start the New Year out with a structure build. J&M Automotive is an independent car mechanic located on East 1st Street in Iowa City alongside the industrial spur. The simple concrete block garage is probably the smallest single structure planned for The Hills Line. However, its small size allows me to … Continue reading Starting 2022

In Excelsis Deo

December 12, 2021June 11, 2021 by James McNab, posted in Announcements

A brief break from railroading to celebrate the true reason for the season. This website will be updated in the New Year. May the message of Christmas fill your life with joy and peace.