birdseyecircus Posted November 10, 2017 Share Posted November 10, 2017 Bitten by the bug I have been building an O gauge micro layout. 2 boards each 30", hinged so they fold up meaning it can be stored away or taken to the caravan! We have 3 sidings and using 4 wagons each one must visit an unloading area at the end of a siding. The sequence takes around 15 mins. Great fun and I will post more as I go along. Paul 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shreives Posted November 11, 2017 Share Posted November 11, 2017 Hi Paul I really like what you have done here i am thinking about converting from oo to o gauge atm and looking to build something small like this as space is at a premium. if you dont mind me asking what points have you used are they peco ? Stuart 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartleymartin Posted November 11, 2017 Share Posted November 11, 2017 Those look like the new Peco set-track points. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted November 11, 2017 Author Share Posted November 11, 2017 Yes they are peco set track points. Paul 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shreives Posted November 11, 2017 Share Posted November 11, 2017 thanks very much. i look forward to more updates stuart Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Northroader Posted November 11, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 11, 2017 Interesting job with neat workmanship. Hope you enjoy developing it, looking forward to seeing how it shapes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted November 12, 2017 Author Share Posted November 12, 2017 Wire in the tube points now working, courtesy of some welding rod and tubes from ear buds! I have put some tape over the ends (fitted both sides of board depending on which side I sit) but I may glue a toggle on or ball as some form of handle. Also fitted the back scene boards so they can slide out for storage. Paul 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc smith Posted November 14, 2017 Share Posted November 14, 2017 Nice compact little project there PaulI haven't seen those Peco Set track points in the flesh yetI'm sure there will be many future 7mm layouts that feature themThey're just what the space-starved O gauge modeller has needed for years 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 Some foam board low relief shapes cut out to see how things would look. I also filled in around the track with cork to bring the surface up to sleeper height for that sunk in look. A OO gauge Dapol canopy has been adjusted to provide covered unloading, though the building behind it in the last pic will want altering. Paul 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daifly Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Flat-pitched industrial roofs are a fairly modern creation by and large and would probably post-date any rail connection. The low back scene height is very limiting in 7mm. Yours looks about 6-7” which is only about 25’ high - barely enough for a two storey building even without a roof! It will need a careful design to be convincing. How about avoiding the ‘end-profiles’ and show the building sides instead? Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 Hi Dave yes certain aspects are somewhat restricted but it's all part of the challenge. I wanted to build something smallish that was easily stored and able to take to the caravan without incurring the wrath of the missus. Having said that she does not no that this is being built, so mums the word everyone! Paul 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bigbee Line Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Wire in the tube points now working, courtesy of some welding rod and tubes from ear buds! I have put some tape over the ends (fitted both sides of board depending on which side I sit) but I may glue a toggle on or ball as some form of handle. Also fitted the back scene boards so they can slide out for storage. Paul 1012201716412.jpg 10122017164128.jpg Paul, I like the tip about the tube from the 'ear buds'. I'm always on the lookout for materials on the cheap. I have been collecting the tubes that come with some cans of WD40 type spray and electrical cleaner. They are very small, not quite sure what to use them for at the moment. What welding rod do you use? I presume you find the points OK, operation wise? The 08 shunter negotiates the unifrogs? Thanks Ernie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 Hi Ernie. No problems with the 08 or the Ixion Fowler going through the points. They seem to have no issues. The welding rods were just waste lying at work. I am not a welder so it was just trial and error as to what would go through the tube. Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartleymartin Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 For longer wire-in-tube runs, you can use bicycle gear shifting cables. They have the advantage that you can route them through curves, etc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owd Bob Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 For longer wire-in-tube runs, you can use bicycle gear shifting cables. They have the advantage that you can route them through curves, etc. ...or bike spokes! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc smith Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 ........ I wanted to build something smallish that was easily stored and able to take to the caravan without incurring the wrath of the missus. Having said that she does not no that this is being built, so mums the word everyone! Paul She doesn't know about this layout? How on earth can you hide a layout? I can hide a few wagons, even an O gauge loco... or two! But a whole layout - impressive Please share your concealment tricks with us lol 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted November 20, 2017 Author Share Posted November 20, 2017 That's because she does not go in the loft Marc. With this layout being able to fold it will nicely fit in the car surrounded by all the caravan stuff - unseen!That is till we unload at the other end by which time it will be too late! I have taken shunting planks before and this isn't much bigger. Gulp! Paul 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hesperus Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 It sounds like welding wire that you are using, it comes in 0.6, 0.8, 1, and 1.2mm thickness usually on 5 or 15kg reels and is used for MIG welding. I have used it for operating points on a micro layout by pulling the copper wire out of mains electrical cable and running welding wire through the plastic insulation. It copes quite well with gently curved routes. Welding rods are stiffer, around 30cm long and used for ARC welding, I suppose they could be used in place of bike spokes for point control but you would need to scrape the loose flux off the outside first. The layout is looking good, I can't wait to see the finished result. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc smith Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 That's because she does not go in the loft Marc. With this layout being able to fold it will nicely fit in the car surrounded by all the caravan stuff - unseen!That is till we unload at the other end by which time it will be too late! I have taken shunting planks before and this isn't much bigger. Gulp! Paul I recall a caravan holiday several years back, where I had taken a small box of detailing parts, brushes, glue and paints, and my tiny "crate layout" aka "Bracty Bridge" But I didn't take any stock (maybe a wagon or 2, for weathering) nor did I take a controller - I was content just doing some detailing & painting work on the layout of a quiet evening... I definitely wouldn't have got away with taking any more! lol Well done that man 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted November 21, 2017 Author Share Posted November 21, 2017 An N gauge lazy Susan layout on its Holidays at the caravan in Norfolk! Paul 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 With this layout being able to fold it will nicely fit in the car surrounded by all the caravan stuff - unseen!That is till we unload at the other end by which time it will be too late! The first time, maybe. Your next holiday after that will be on your own... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted November 26, 2017 Author Share Posted November 26, 2017 An hour here and there has seen me clad the foam board and fit the canopy over the unloading point. It plugs into two holes I drilled allowing for easy storage. The two red lima wagons were bought from the Hull show for a fiver a piece. Bargain! They will get altered at some point in the year. Hopefully this week will see some form of painting and ground cover. Paul 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted December 10, 2017 Author Share Posted December 10, 2017 Progress has slowed a little over the past few days but I have managed to do some ballasting and begin to paint the low relief buildings. Paul 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted March 6, 2018 Author Share Posted March 6, 2018 It's been a while since the last update. I have changed some of the buildings for one's from an earlier project. Which do look better. The saw tooth roof needs finishing off, which will be this week sometime. I have been concentrating on the right hand side of the layout before moving to the left board. Paul 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungus the Fogeyman Posted May 27, 2018 Share Posted May 27, 2018 Any further progress Paul? Disgusting of Market Harborough Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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