Layout design
Another Anon & Muss Layout Plan
Another Anon & Muss Layout Plan
I was recently handed a Dec 2019 issue of Model Railroader, and as I thumbed thru it quickly I was struck by this Greenville & Ohio plan built in a 13' 6” x 23' foot room. It reminded me SO MUCH of one of the layout plans I first fell in lust for, the Anon & Muss. Had my layout space been slightly wider I might well have built this plan, but of course it still suffers from those limited radius loops at the entrance end.
Layout Track Plan, Brunswick. GA
Here's a screen capture of the final layout design. It's not to scale, but allowed me to test it virtually as I went along. After laying down the Kato track I tested it for several hours to make sure it did what I wanted.
It is loosely based on Brunswick, GA, where I now live after retiring. The area at the top is the old Hercules plant. I've already scratch built several buildings. I'll post some pics later.
Starting to Finish
the shelf layout I started 3 years ago. That's correct, three years of "work" are shown in the first two pictures. Not very proud of that. Most people would have done this in the first couple of days. Now that I'm working from home for the next two weeks, then on forced vacation for the third week, I may get more done, as the commute time is cut back to <30 seconds.
Now I just need to find out how to post the pictures in the Body.
Marshall
Right scale for switching
Since we have so much time off I have fallen into the world of over thinking/planning.
I want to build a intricate industrial park based layout. I had been set on HO for the longest time but have been considering the switch to N to allow more use of my availible space. the big concern I have is with N scale DCC at slow speeds? I only have a few HO locomotives right now, a couple WP Geeps and they run like a dream. I am worried about giving up that dependability.
Railserve Layout Update Video New Extension
Hello Everyone,
As I was browsing through the recent Weekly Photo thread I saw @Steve kleszyk compliment my recent Video (Thank You Steve). It hit me that I haven't posted here on MRH in some time so here it is.
Black Train Room Ceiling?
While looking online at Home Depot, I discovered that black 2' x 2' ceiling tiles and suspension grid components are available. Would this look better in my model railroad room than white?
John Kennington
Trying to build a layout but need some direction
Building a cool model railroad is complicated! I have read lots of articles, belong to a few blogs, bought most of the how to books and so far finishing my basement was the easiest part. I have a CAD program and have drawn countless drawings and every time I find a new "little thing" that fits better or cut something out because I am trying to get in too much. I have been thinking about my railroad for so many years that I actually worry it won't be built in my lifetime.
Helix as staging?
I've seen some people who build a helix that contains multiple tracks (more than 2), and use them for staging. It seems like a great way to conserve space if you are already going to have a helix, and don't want a separate deck for staging.
Adhesive to bond styrene sheet to Masonite for backdrop
I wonder if anyone can suggest an adhesive that would work to bond large sheets of .030 styrene to a Masonite backing without melting the styrene. I'm experimenting with using styrene sheet as a finished surface for the backdrop for a shelf layout, a seemingly ideal material as it will easily cove at the corners as well as into the overhead lighting deck to get a seamless transition. Some form of contact cement would be ideal but I'm afraid most types would melt and distort the styrene. Thoughts anyone?
A unifying change
During our last session here one fellow decided to run on the St J and LV line. This line has recently been put in operational shape with some cleanup to continue. He ran the line with a small steamer and then asked how he could run on the rest of the layout. At that time the only option was to transfer the entire train my hand.
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