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Completed the Helix and some scenery work
Had a busy weekend working on the railroad. First up, the helix. After two months of off and on work I finally got it completed and installed in it's space. I'm working on gluing down the lower level track first. I'm really glad I re-did it double track. I feel I like I'm using all the available space to its fullest potential.
Once the track in installed I'll wire up the helix for power.
I also did some work on the lower level backdrop. I first painted in some background and horizon mountains. I think it turned out fairly well for someone with no artistic talent. :-) I wasn't sure how big to make the trees and stuff on the horizon line, but I think it works.
I then started to place strips of cardboard to build up some cliffs. I'll hot glue those in place as I work on it this week.
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An excellent layout and a very informative video. Congratulations on your design and construction. You have obviously given the project a lot of thought and careful work. Your helix is very attractive. If I built one of those I would hate to conceal it with scenery or view-block. Your separation of levels works very well.
Please keep us informed of your progress - this is going to be a first-class production. It's a pleasure to see it in constuction.
Artarms