My adventures in Ho Scale.

[Lynnb]

Weekend update: Got the rest of the cork and track laid on the incline through the backdrop.View attachment 175824View attachment 175823
I also did get a little more sub-roadbed completed.
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Not sure what your plans are for the woodland scenic risers with the roadbed but on a previous layout I had learned to fill in the scenery at least enough so you could lay a layer of plaster cloth over the ws risers to fill in the spline gaps and then lay the cork over the plaster cloth and then the rail, otherwise ballast will just fall down into the abyss.

 

[migalyto]

Not sure what your plans are for the woodland scenic risers with the roadbed but on a previous layout I had learned to fill in the scenery at least enough so you could lay a layer of plaster cloth over the ws risers to fill in the spline gaps and then lay the cork over the plaster cloth and then the rail, otherwise ballast will just fall down into the abyss.

I was just going to plaster cloth up to the cork with a layer.

Tell you the truth, I haven’t thought much past the stage I’m at.

 

[PMW]

I was just going to plaster cloth up to the cork with a layer.

Tell you the truth, I haven’t thought much past the stage I’m at.

Been there!

Layout's looking great!

 

[migalyto]

Got a little more work done today. I added another section of sub-roadbed. and built the backdrop where it exits the hidden area. Didn't attach it yet. I figured I would wait till cork and track were laid. That is tomorrow's project.


Stay tuned!

 

[Sirfoldalot]

I'm going to give the Bosch blades a go. Seems many woodworking sites recommend them as well; The Diablo blades rank up there too.

Fine and good - I have used a belt sander and a circular orbital sander ...
this next time I will use a router with a "roundover" bit.

 

[BunkerTheHusky]

Wow, this is stunning build so far. You have the perfect space for it, too! I love the dividers and varying track heights! Can't wait to see more!

 

[The Old Bandit]

Very interesting thread. I learn a lot of things. Thanks.

 

[Bruette]

Great work Mike!

 

[Sirfoldalot]

Mike - I had lost track of this build thread while having medical issues this summer. I just caught up again this morning. You're making great progress.

Color me WILLIE! I am so sorry that I too lost track - Great looking work!

 

[Smudge617]

Your progress with this build keeps me motivated to do more with mine.

 

[zzr1200guy]

looking good

 

[migalyto]

I didn't make a ton of progress over the last couple of weeks. I did get enough done to do a small update. Just been continuing down the line with some more sub-roadbed and cork.

When I originally set the benchwork up it was for 32" radius curves. It fit within the current dimensions of the table. I have since decided to go with 36" radius curves, so as you can see by the last 2 photos it kind of runs off the table. OOPS! Table width was good, but length is a little lacking. Nothing a little facia wont fix!

 

[BigGRacing]

Looking fantastic, what a great run you are going to have there!

 

[migalyto]

Looking fantastic, what a great run you are going to have there!

Thanks Gary. I always wanted a layout with a run in the mountains simulating out west somewhere. Originally, I sheeted all the benchwork to do a flat layout with no grades, so this has evolved far from the original plan!

 

[Rico]

I’m with Gary (and others) looks fantastic!
Cant wait to see the inaugural run!

 

[Smudge617]

That is going to be an awesome run, can't wait to see it in action.

 

[migalyto]

That is going to be an awesome run, can't wait to see it in action.

You and me both!

 

[PMW]

Looking great! I'm watching you

 

[migalyto]

Looking great! I'm watching you

Don't watch, come help! I'm sure my jigsaw will fit your hands.

 

[Rico]

Looking great! I'm watching you

Mike, it sounds like blinds on that window might be a priority?