Trackplan |
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Benchwork
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Trackwork |
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Trackplan |
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Benchwork
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Trackwork |
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The layout is constructed "cookie-cutter" style using a sub-roadbed of
½" homosote on top of ¼" plywood, supported by
a framework of 1x3 clear pine. Shims on top of the frame members
define the elevation of the sub-roadbed. The legs are "L"
shaped in cross section, being made of 1x2 fir attached edge-on to 1x3
fir. To conserve space in my layout room, I attached casters to the
bottoms of the legs so that I can push the layout up against the wall
when I'm not working on it.
Everything was painted primer brown to start with to get rid of the "raw homosote" look. |
Click small image for larger view.
 Looking "eastward" |
 Looking "westward" |
 Carving a river |
 Drawing arcs |
 Crayon attached with hose clamps |
 Legs |
 Benchwork |
 Benchwork complete |
 Looking "northwest" |
 Looking "eastward" |
 The river bed |