Benchwork - Roadbed
Layout Progress Update Plus Other Stuff
Mid July 2014 Progress Update
Over the past month, I have been checking out some of my steam engines, running trains, installing decoders, worked on fixing the shorting issue with the insulfrog turnouts, and began work on the support structure for the main level. There are four videos in this update.
Foldable legs on a module
I have built a few modules that will go in my garage, but I need to build some foldable legs that are sturdy to take abuse of taking them up and down to get the cars in.
Does someone have a diagram that you can you can post?
-- Bill.
Cutting Homasote splines
Finally got around to cutting my two sheets of homasote into 2 inch spline material. Special thanks to Jeff Otto for the 'proof of concept'(i.e. his beautiful layout) and to Matt Goodman from the Layout Construction group who showed how to cut duplicate strips with a circular saw and jig(Jeff's method is with a table saw which I ain't got)
Couple shots of the jig and how it works:
ceiling to wall coving
I'm starting a new HO project in a 12 X 24 space. I'm installing drywall on the ceiling and have wondered about the ceiling to wall joints. The walls will be either drywall or 1/8 " MDF. I plan on curving the corners but can't figure out an easy way to curve the wall and ceiling joint. It sounds like it could be a real time consuming pain but the effect would be tremendous.
Has anyone here tried to do this and is there anyone with more info on this subject?
Thanks,
Herb
More updates
I have been working on two jobs here at home. One is the layout and the other is my truck. I have the truck running but need to finish the paint and the side steps yet. also have to find some lower seat pedestals. Getting there for sure.
Fort J Railroad
I retired recently and found myself with lots of time so decided several months ago to start model railroading again after a long hiatus. I really appreciate the easy access to a broad range of knowledge now available and certainly have benefited from this forum! I decided to post my modest attempts as it too may help others (They may even say—‘ gee—glad I didn’t try that!’)
Mounting the water tower
Worked on installing the water tower today.
First mounted it on a piece of foam core as a base and painted a base coat of earth color. I used foam as foundation for small hill and will add to it and cover with vegetation later.
When I first put it in place was a bit to close as the fill pipe would hit the engines, and had to move it back a bit.
first modual
Well finally started on my first module for my new N-Scale DCC layout. The layout will be made up of modules 6ft long by 33" wide, with folding legs. And when folded the high will be 12” max.
The top is made of 3mm ply with 25mm foam. I still have to mount the back board and front facer, plus a coat of paint to seal it.
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