Well it had to happen eventually. MRH is quoted in Tony Koester's new book Model Railroading from Prototype to Layout. If you haven' seen it, look at page 80. The quote is from Issue 4 and refers to Marty McGuirks column where he talks about a place one can find Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps. Kudos to Marty and the magazine.

So now for the $64 dollar question, does Tony Koester read MRH? or di he get this information from Marty?

Irv

Greetings all,

A While back (I think it was here) someone posted a link to some software that did just about every type of calculation that you would need in design/building a layout all I can remember was stanstrains.com or something along those lines it was like 10-12 bucks to downoad. If anyone remembers or knows the site I'm looking for would you be so kind as to post it again I would be most grateful

Happy Railroading,

Sean

This is a follow-up to the suggestions of using a wet sponge to smooth drywall joint compound. I sanded the initial application with 150g paper on a 10" bodyman handboard. I vacuumed and repeated this process until all joints were flat and straight without major defects. I then applied the final coat of joint compound 4-6" beyond the prior applications with a 9" knife pressed tightly. Immediately afterward I wiped the joint lightly with a wet sponge (not dripping wet but definitely more than damp).

I guess you guys are tired of hearing from me since no one bothers to respond or comment on any of the things I've written lately, but I do need to apout or sound off occassionally so here goes.