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These books contain information about how to create a layout, track plans, and repair and maintenance of Lionel Trains


Getting Started With Lionel Trains: Your Introduction to Model Railroading Fun  

Getting Started With Lionel Trains: Your Introduction to Model Railroading Fun (Paperback) By Allan W. Miller. This information-packed guide helps train lovers of all ages gain the most enjoyment from their new Lionel ® train set by taking them step-by-step through the process of selecting, setting-up, operating and maintaining their trains and accessories. Easy-to-follow instructions describe how to wire and control a Lionel layout with conventional transformers and with their innovative TrainMaster Command Control System ®. The construction of a complete Lionel layout is detailed in text and photographs. Covering everything from their new action accessories to the current version of the renowned ZW transformer, this book explains Lionel railroading in the clear and simple terms needed for a fun-filled entry into the hobby.


Greenberg's Repair and Operating Manual for Lionel Trains, 1945-1969  

Greenberg’s Repair and Operating Manual for Lionel Trains, 1945-1969 (Paperback) By Roger Carp (Editor). Offers over a thousand repair and maintenance tips for Lionel locomotives, operating cars, accessories, transformers, light bulbs, and switches. Provides original Lionel technical advice and handy techniques submitted by toy train collectors and operators over the past ten years.


Creative Toy Train Track Plans  

Creative Toy Train Track Plans (Paperback) By Neil Besougloff. Ready to move beyond a simple tabletop layout? Take the next step with help from Neil Besougloff, Classic Toy Trains magazine editor! This new book offers 16 realistic, themed layout plans suitable for medium spaces, including diagrams, equipment lists , and cplenty of photos to help you get started.


Toy Train Collecting and Operating  

Toy Train Collecting and Operating: An Introduction to the Hobby (Paperback) By John Grams. Whether you’re a collector or operator or both, toy train enthusiasts can always use more information about your hobby--such as how and why to collect and operate vintage toy trains. Beginners will enjoy this introduction to the hobby; experienced collectors and operators will appreciate the thoughtful discussion on the subject. Offers information on every aspect of the hobby. Lists manufacturers; describes key trains and accessories; outlines layout construction and includes nearly 100 photos to show concepts.


Beginners Guide to Repairing Lionel Trains  

Beginner’s Guide to Repairing Lionel Trains (Softcover) by Ray L. Plummer. Perhaps the best book of its type, every postwar Lionel train owner should have this book in their library. This book not only will help you learn how to repair Lionel trains, but it also serves as a great introduction to Lionel for the newcomer. Very easy read and packed with valuable information.


The Big Book of Lionel  

The Big Book of Lionel: The Complete Guide To Owning And Running Americas Favorite Toy Trains (Softcover) By Robert Schleicher Author and hobby veteran Robert Schleicher presents an illustrated treasury of practical advice for the Lionel enthusiast. Included in this volume are: an overview of product development, track plans for the floor and tabletop, advice on building scenery and structures, wiring and track how-to, help in choosing steam or diesel locomotives and freight or passenger operations, maintenance and restoration tips, techniques, and instructions for operations that best emulate prototype railroads.
       Many pictures are of Richard Kughn’s home layout. Here is everything you need to know to make the most of your Lionel trains and accessories.

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Your First O Gauge Layout  

Your First O Gauge Layout (Softcover) By Mike Ashey. Learn the basics of layout building with this easy-to-understand book. Ideal for those who want their toy trains up and running quickly. Lots of pictures, easy-to-follow instructions, and clear, concise writing making this the ideal book for beginners.
       Ideal for adults with children who want to build simple layouts and have fun with toy trains! Learn the basics of layout building with this easy-to-understand book. Ideal for those who want their toy trains up and running quickly. Lots of pictures, easy-to-follow instructions, and clear, concise writing make this the ideal book for beginners. Shows how to build the layout using M.T.H. components. Features versatile and easy-to-use track and control principles.


Build A Better Toy Train Layout  

Build a Better Toy Train Layout (Softcover) By John Grams, Dick Christianson. Dick Christianson and John Grams offer tips and techniques for building a more realistic and fun toy train layout, compiled over years of observing some of the best toy train layouts ever built. Their wise and easy-to-follow advice on planning, electrical work, track work, scenery, and operation is presented with all-new photos from Dick’s O gauge layout.
       Perfect for beginning and intermediate toy train operators. Written by Dick Christianson, founding editor of Classic Toy Trains Magazine and former editor-in-chief of Kalmbach Books, and John Grams, veteran book author and frequent Classic Toy Trains contributor.


Great Toy Train Layouts  

Great Toy Train Layouts (Paperback) By Roger Carp. This book tells about 11 great layouts, including two never before featured in a hobby magazine. One is the celebrated Panorama Layout from Lionel’s showroom between 1945 and 1948. The Standard, O, and S gauge layouts illuminate the variety of approaches – traditional and hi–rail, toy–like and near–scale – that distinguish the hobby. Each chapter contains new information and insights, plus tips for building a layout.


Track Planning Ideas for Toy Trains  

Track Planning Ideas for Toy Trains (Paperback) By Peter H. Riddle, Gay Riddle. Build an inspiring toy train layout by including a layout design element, ranging from track crossings to subway configurations and more. Plans are designed for O gauge sectional track and include required dimension and an indication of track, accessories, and other considerations.


Toy Train Layout from Start to Finish  

Toy Train Layout from Start to Finish (Paperback) By Stanley W. Trzoniec. Build an inspiring toy train layout by including a layout design element, from track crossings to subway configurations and more. Plans are designed for O gauge sectional track and include required dimensions, track requirements, accessories, and other considerations. Great book for the itermediate train enthusist. Well documented with great photography and step by step instructions.


Wiring Your Toy Train Layout   

Wiring Your Toy Train Layout (Paperback) By Peter H. Riddle, Gay Riddle. Covers the essential techniques needed to make electrical connections for a three-rail toy train layout of any size or complexity. Addresses fundamental electrical concepts, wiring and expanding a layout, accessory wiring, automatic train control and troubleshooting.


Track Plans for Toy Trains  

Track Plans for Toy Trains (Paperback) By Kalmbach Publishing Company. An inspiring compilation of track plans any toy train operator will devour. The quantity and quality of tabletop and walkaround plans for small, medium, and large O and S gauge layouts make this a stand-out book for toy train operators. It even has the plan for the famous 1949 Lionel Showroom Layout designed by Bob Sherman on pages 46 and 47. Other plans for sectional and flexible track provide countless options--there’s no other book quite like it!


Layout Plans for Toy Trains  

Layout Plans for Toy Trains (Paperback) By Kent J. Johnson. These simple, tabletop plans feature O gauge sectional track and are perfect for small or medium-sized first layouts. Each plan includes construction details and a complete list of the components required to build the layout. From the pages of Classic Toy Trains magazine.

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Operating 0 & 0-27 Trains  

Operating 0 & 0-27 Trains (Paperback) By Maury D. Klein. A comprehensive guide that covers everything from how to begin to detailed landscaping techniques. This book will transport the hobbyist from the four walls of the room to a railroad empire. Chapters on construction of tables, electrical wiring and operating various transformers are also included.


How to Build Your First Lionel Layout  

How to Build Your First Lionel Layout (Paperback) By Stanley W. Trzoniec. Offers a step-by-step approach to designing and constructing a 4 x 8 foot Lionel layout. Includes tips and techniques on supplies, track planning, wiring, scenery, and operating accessories. Trzoniec begins with a salute to the toy company and then proceeds to the essence: nailing together a four-by-eight-foot table; laying and wiring Lionel’s distinctive triple-rail track; selecting engines, cars, and buildings for Plasticville; and customizing the scenery--not forgetting the obligatory tunnel. Exactly captioned pictures complete the utility of the guide, which merits library stocking because of the immense popularity of model railroads.


Realistic Track Plans For O Gauge Trains  

Realistic Track Plans for O Gauge Trains (Softcover) By Martin McGuirk. Shows how to build a lifelike O gauge layout with realistic track plans based on the operations of full-size railroads. Includes specific layout dimensions and track requirements, and features track plans for sectional and custom track operations.


Realistic Scenery For Toy Train Layouts  

Realistic Scenery for Toy Train Layouts (Softcover) By Dave Frary. Scenery can really make a layout outstanding! Introduces the basic tools and materials of scenery, and presents easy scenery projects. Includes information on laying and ballasting track as well as techniques for making rocks and mountains, ground cover and tress, and roads and water.


Realistic Plastic Structures for Toy Train Layouts  

Realistic Plastic Structures for Toy Train Layouts (Paperback) By Art Curren. Teaches the basics of combining plastic building kits (kit bashing) in O scale/gauge, and shows how to create realistic structures that add enjoyment to toy train layouts. Includes step-by-step photographs, illustrations, and instructions for creating unique new buildings.


Track Layout and Accessory Manual for Lionel Trains  

Track Layout and Accessory Manual for Lionel Trains (Paperback) By Albert C. Ruocchio. This is a great book that puts a whole lot of information together in a very straight forward format. The content is a step by step approach to the layout and operation of trains. Learn about the different track configurations from the pros, as well as train maintenance, accessory operation and more. This is the easiest, most basic book available from this collection, and perfect for the beginner hobbyist.


How to Operate & Maintain Lionel Trains   

How to Operate & Maintain Lionel Trains (Paperback) By the Lionel Corporation Staff. With dozens of illustrations and charts, this fascinating little book will intrigue those looking for help with their Lionel Trains as well as those looking for a piece of model railroad history.


Instructions for Operating Lionel Trains  

Instructions for Operating Lionel Trains (Paperback) By the Lionel Corporation Staff. This book uniquely documents Lionel trains and accessories and provides full instructions. There are some great drawings of various Lionel remote controlled accessories including a bascule bridge, an ice car and a lumber loader. It is sure to bring back memories for us "older guys."


Command Control for Toy Trains  

Command Control for Toy Trains (Paperback) By Neil Besougloff. Covers the principles of Command Control, the components required, and how they all work together – and what to do when they don’t! Easy–to–follow illustrations and schematics clarify the setup, installation, and programming of modern control systems.

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Easy Electronics Project for Toy Trains  

Easy Electronics Project for Toy Trains (Paperback) By David E. Greenwald. Features step-by-step, part-by-part instructions showing how to build more than a dozen electronic devices that will make toy train operations even more fun. Includes instructions, parts lists, wiring diagrams, project ideas, electrical components, and more.


Tips and Tricks for Toy Train Operators  

Tips and Tricks for Toy Train Operators (Paperback) By Peter H. Riddle. Finally, an informative and entertaining compendium loaded with useful suggestions, handy tips, and clever tricks that will save every toy train operator time, money, and frustration. Features more than 100 ideas.


Toy Train Repair Made Easy: 21 Lionel Postwar Projects  

Toy Train Repair Made Easy: 21 Lionel Postwar Projects (Paperback) By Ray L. Plummer. Learn how to take it apart, fix it, rewire it, and make your Lionel train or accessory work again! Step-by-step instructions in this detailed 21-project book from CLASSIC TOY TRAINS Magazine can help you get your collection running. Includes locomotive, rolling stock, and accessory/structure projects. Ideal for beginners through advanced operators.


Complete Service Manual for Lionel Trains  

Complete Service Manual for Lionel Trains (Hardcover) By Maury D. Klein. Ounce for ounce and for its’ price tag you can not go wrong. This book lists all the information about Lionel trains that you will ever need when repairing trains. This text provides all schematic and wiring diagrams, a description of each item, and repair and operating instructions. Additional pages are included from the Lionel instruction sheets which accompany engines, operating cars and accessories. This permanently bound, hardcover book is a library edition designed for a lifetime of use.

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Classic Lionel Display Layouts You Can Build (Toy Trains)  

Classic Lionel Display Layouts You Can Build (Toy Trains) (Paperback) By Roger Carp. Build your own historic Lionel postwar layout using the original display layout diagrams! Classic, small layouts are featured with parts lists, descriptions, wiring diagrams, and more. Now you can own a rare piece of Lionel history, too. Includes reproductions of more than 20 original Lionel diagram sheets from 1950--1970’s and features all the details necessary to build these layouts, including wiring diagrams. Includes a previously published article on how to build one of these small layouts using modern materials.


Greenberg's Wiring Your Lionel Layout: A Primer for Lionel Train Enthusiasts  

Greenberg’s Wiring Your Lionel Layout: A Primer for Lionel Train Enthusiasts (Paperback) By Peter H. Riddle. Shows how to wire a basic Lionel layout. Explains standard electrical principles and recommends tools and supplies. Includes detailed photos and diagrams for powering track, operating accessories, and troubleshooting circuits.


Greenberg's Wiring Your Lionel Layout: Advanced Technologies Made Easy  

Greenberg’s Wiring Your Lionel Layout: Advanced Technologies Made Easy (Paperback) By Peter H. Riddle. Provides tips and techniques for installing and operating electronic train controls, sound systems, and detection devices. Detailed photos, diagrams, and specifications cover throttles and controllers, steam and diesel sound systems, automatic train control, multi-transformer circuits, and layout sound and light effects.

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