NASG Dispatch Articles by Chris Monje
Fiber Optic Marker Lights
Issue:
2025 #3 May
Page:
27
Description:
The author describes how he used fiber optic cable to light up a caboose's marker lights. He also provides a circuit that reduces the flicker typically found in from-the-rails power.
Gilbert's Hall of Science
Issue:
2025 #5 September
Page:
21
Category:
Structures - Towns/Cities
Description:
The author describes how he built a model of the famous building. Includes photos of the construction process as well, and a few prototype photos for comparisons.
Optimizing LED Headlights
Issue:
2025 #1 January
Page:
25
Category:
Electronics
Description:
The author shares how he installed a well-placed LED light into an American Models RS-3. Includes construction photos.
Weathering a Toronto, Hamilton, and Buffalo Hopper
Issue:
2022 #6 November
Page:
26
Category:
Painting & Weathering
Description:
Weathering the 2022 NASG Convention car.