Benchwork - Roadbed
Richlawn RR V1 - History of moving the return loop
This is old history from my previous layout where I ran across these pictures today and thought that someone might find it interesting. In this posting I'm moving my return loop from inside the alcove to outside of the room to be re-assembled. This was so that I could make room for my new industries in the alcove.
Fixing Roadbed Mistake
After I laid my roadbed I decided I wanted to superelevate my track. It would have been easier before I load the roadbed. My first attempt was by laying 1/4" masking tape along the curve and adding layers of masking tape for the superelevation. It looked like it was going to work fine. I came back the next day and found the masking tape had pulled away from the roadbed. I must have stretched the tape as I put it down and it shrunk overnight causing it to peel off.
Main line and sidings at different heights
Hi folks, I've been following MRH for a while (almost 2 years). I guess it's time to be more proactive, rather than watching quietly on the sidelines. :)
I'm building a new HO layout, and I want to have my sidings at a lower height than my main line. I can change my cork type to get a different height. However, how can I make smooth the height transition from the main to the siding?
If I just change it abruptly I'm afraid it'll look like a bump. Not to mention potential derailments. Any ideas on how to make it look good and functional?
Static grass applicator
Recently I came across a static grass applicator on e-bay. This unit is manufactured and shipped direct from China. It sells for $39.98. Has anyone ordered one of these units, and if so have you been satisfied with it?
Aluminum flashing for backdrop
Hi all, new layout builder here. I'm ready to install the backdrop on my layout this weekend. My plan was to simply use 1/8" hardboard or masonite screwed to the upright mounting brackets (see picture below). I was just going to paint it blue and call it good enough, but I was tooling around Joe Atkinson's blog and noticed he used aluminum flashing for the backdrop on his IAIS layout. I was wondering if anyone else has had any experience with this material.
Evergreen Valley Rd Bridge Free-mo Module
This is my (first) blog post that I'll use to show the progress I'm making on my Free-mo module featuring a trestle (at least I think that's what this structure would be called, English not being my first language) as found on Evergreen Valley Road just a short distance away from my house, on the old Southern railroad, now part of Norfolk & Southern's Chesapeake and Western division.
Update on BNML Layout Progress - 2 Milestones!
A quick update tonight before we get ready to go on a warm vacation...
I haven't posted a lot for a few weeks but I have been steadily working on the layout and tonight I have 2 significant milestones to share - actually... 3!
1. All of the Benchwork and Roadbed were completed this past week. Yay!
2. The first train rolled into the Emerson Yard tonight. Yay!
3. My RailPro Controller and 6 LM2S's are waiting for me at my US post office box for when I get back from holiday... YAY!
West End Progress
Construction progress on the West End has made some strides this past week. Most of the sub-roadbed is down. Luan salvaged from the old railroad wa installed on risers with cork roadbed and cork squares from a local craft shop. This will deaden the noise and serve as a base for track laying.
Update on BNML Layout Progress - that huge liftout!
This update covers my gi'normous lift-out located at Noyes MN on my BNML.
HO ELEVATING THE ROAD BED FROM A FLAT SURFACE
what is the best way to go from a flat surface to a raised road bed?
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