Ericsauto
Well-Known Member
I have to put my 2 cents worth in. In my opinion I think you should pick up an Atlas layout book. I know some people don't like Atlas but I think their books really help a beginner and go step by step to build a quality layout. I started back in this hobby about 4 years ago after being away from it since 1978. Atlas books really help me understand a lot. My first layout 4 years ago I bought off of ebay and it was 1/4 finished, was an Atlas plan. I expanded it with another plan from Atlas and just made some modifications. Now I have torn down the layout , kept part of it and am adding another Atlas design to it and of course I have modified that. With all the reading and things I have learned I am building a better quality layout now and all thanks to things I learned from the Atlas books. Layout book #13 ( Seven step-by-step Ho railroads) is a great book. It will help you a lot and will cost under $10.00.
You can look at my progress from my link below. My old layout was pretty good but this one I feel will be great. No matter what this is a great hobby. I hope this helps a bit and I know these guys in this forum are a big help too.
Good Luck
You can look at my progress from my link below. My old layout was pretty good but this one I feel will be great. No matter what this is a great hobby. I hope this helps a bit and I know these guys in this forum are a big help too.
Good Luck
