removing roadbed

[Havasu Joe]

I am changing my layout to get rid of a duck-under, and wonder if there is an easy way to remove glued roadbed. Has anybody found a way that makes this task easier ? All suggestions are appreciated!

 

[kenw]

i would imagine a putty knife / mudding blade would work well.

 

[UP2CSX]

Assuming it was glued down with a water based glue like white glue, spray it down with water, let is set for half an hour, and carefully pry it up with a butter or putty knife, depending on scale. If it's latex, use the butter knife or putty knife and start breaking loose the seal at one end. If you're patient, you can lift the roadbed without much damage buy wiggling the blade and going slow.

 

[Havasu Joe]

Thanks a million for the advice, guys. The water routine looks like a good idea.

Joe

 

[Havasu Joe]

Hi Jim, ( UP2CSX )

Just to let you know how much I appreciate the water tip. It works great !

Thanks again,
Joe

 

[maczimb]

Bed removal

Hey Joe.
I see you're back in the train room??
Mac

 

[UP2CSX]

Glad to hear it, Joe. A good soaking will loosen up most roadbed and it can't hurt to try it.

 

[jbaakko]

I used 70% Isopropyl to remove the foam roadbed & ballast from my bridge scene, so I can re-build the scene...