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I like it a lot. I have been messing around with the "momentum" (delay dial) and find it adds a lot of realism to the operation. Also, being able to stand in different areas and operate the train dependably.
I have installed a number of extra jacks to plug into at different locations around the layout and really have enjoyed the throttle a lot. I use the momentum some times, but the throttle has such great low speed control that I very seldom use it. I figured you would enjoy it once you got used to it.
I ran my new p2 GP 18's have some photos, also added the w and mile marker signs. The mile signs are at my block demarkations, help me keep track of my block wiring. The w just prior to crossings, got them direct from Tichy and got fast shipping also saved a lot on postage:
up close it looks like I need a little india ink to tone them down, however they are new installations
I really like the leaves on those super trees. All the shading is natural and I used only one color leaf material
Looks real good Dave. I always liked the paint scheme of the CNW. Back in the 60's when I was going to US Naval schools in Great Lakes, IL, I would take the CNW from Waukeegan, IL to Chicago where I would transfer to the South Shore Line to visit relatives in Indiana when I didn't feel like driving. Nice looking locomotives.
As always Dave, it looks great. Have to go back and catch up on all the stuff I have missed though, have missed following your projects, ideas and info.
Flange signs to mark turnout locations. To easily determine which turnout is associated to which switch, I decided to purchase a group of flange signs from Tichy and color code them to the appropriate location.
I got tired of counting and doing trial and error in determining which switch went with which remote turnout, and first I was going to put signs with numbers or letters, but decided to go with a coded flange to easily understand which one to throw.
From some research , these types of signs prototypically demarked the switch location so the snowplows would not damage the switch:
A couple prototypical images:
Here is my control center with the "key"
and here is how it looks on the layout:
I have a map too, but this works in a quick glance.
Thanks, Chet. I am going to have to say the layout if officially done. Kind of a sad day, in a way, considering I am more of a builder than an operator.
I think there will be one last video.
My 3rd interview with the new position I am applying for is next week and I am hopeful that I will be getting offered the job which means the entire layout will either come down or go with the new owners. I will be keeping all the rolling stock and am planning a new layout.
The job is about 120 miles from here, so it would mean a move. It would be possible to disassemble the layout into 3 pieces, but it would be very difficult. When we know more about the job I may put it on ebay for 1$ and the buyer would have to remove the entire works.
Better yet, the new owner of our house may take a liking to it and we can leave it in place!!!!
Hi Guys, well I got the new job so the layout is coming down!! Many of the larger buildings will not survive a moving operation, and we will be moving into a smaller house, so I would like to figure out a way to get these to a good home (not be resold on ebay).
I reached out to Dairy State Dad because I know he lives in Wisconsin and is building a new layout. Anyone else within driving distance interested in trading something for: buildings, trees, whatever can be removed.
I will be keeping some of the smaller buildings and the rolling stock for use on my next, more compact, layout.
