CraigZ Posted February 20, 2012 Share Posted February 20, 2012 This is really neat looking stuff...I like it a lot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted February 25, 2012 Author Share Posted February 25, 2012 For quite some time I was in idle gear, not doing any work on my mini-modular. Today, a friend of mine showed up with a bundle of racks and shelves, and after a couple of hours of hard work and 5 dozen words the forum administrators would not allow me to post here, the shelf for my layout is now up on the wall. The modules have all been connected - and, ta da, surprise! - they all work! It is was the first time I could run a train along all of the 8 ft. of the line - nice feeling! The best part, however, is that I discovered a way of adding another 5 - 6 ft. to the layout without getting a divorce, so there will be 8 more modules to come! (3 on the existing shelf and 5 on the extension - for those who count the numbers). Here are some quick shots I took moments ago: Still need to add a drawer for the power pack and lighting. Maybe a backdrop will also look nice! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted February 26, 2012 Author Share Posted February 26, 2012 JNR class C62 2 crossing Kibune-guchi Falls bridge with na special to Kurama: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNCF stephen Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Excellent work Ulrich, It is really nice to see all the modules setup and working. Have you any idea what you might like to do with the extension? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted February 26, 2012 Author Share Posted February 26, 2012 The coming modules will have a more urban, condensed look. Lots of those little houses, utility poles, tracks running in the street - something to capture this flavour: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted March 3, 2012 Author Share Posted March 3, 2012 Built a little console to hold my Kato power pack, which is not really designed as a hand-held throttle: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin1985 Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 Hi Ulrich, I've been thinking for a long time about building some modules, and the relative advantages\disadvantages of your standards and the "official" T-Trak standard. I think the T-Trak is designed too much with operation of large "meets" in mind, rather than building compact, attractive modules at home. Quick question though - do you use the 20-100 (R249-45) curves for your corner modules? This seems to be what the Japanese site suggests (from what I can make out!) I had bought some of the tighter 20-170 (R216-45) curves, as used in the T-Trak standard together with short straights. Thinking about it, this doesn't actually seem desirable. The curve ends up even tighter, plus the extra complexity! Cheers Justin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted March 12, 2012 Author Share Posted March 12, 2012 Justin, I built some corner modules, using R282 track. I find R248 a little to tight for steam locos, but OK if you plan on running EMUs or trams. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted March 12, 2012 Author Share Posted March 12, 2012 Just a few recent shots: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNCF stephen Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 That is looking fantastic Ulrich. It is amazing what you can do with modules. I am always impressed by the level of detail you get into such a small space. I am using 20120 curves on my modular track. I think the modules might not line up as I originally anticipated (basically the curved track is not set as far from the edge of the module). I am not particularly fussed about this though. I have ordered some track that will allow me to have a #4 turnout on one of my modules (although I may put it on two of them for operational flexibility. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted March 17, 2012 Author Share Posted March 17, 2012 My son gave me a N scale kit of the schooner Bluenose, which will eventually become part of a waterfront module. Here are pictures of the progress I have made building it: I have just decided to cut off part of the bottom of the hull to turn it into a waterline model. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted March 19, 2012 Author Share Posted March 19, 2012 Another quick update on my boat building activities: Now comes the difficult part - making and installing the shrouds. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les1952 Posted April 27, 2012 Share Posted April 27, 2012 A huge number of ideas here- and some thoughts beginning to ferment about what to do with an oval Unitrak test-track...... Les Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted May 16, 2012 Author Share Posted May 16, 2012 This may be sad news to some: For a number of reasons, I have to abandon this project. I enjoyed building the mini-modules very much and I am glad to see, that my thread has provided a source of inspiration to some. Modules and rolling stock are now up for sale, but so far, there has been little interest in them. I hope to be able to re-join the ranks of railway modellers, but as of today, this seems to be very unlikely. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted May 16, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 16, 2012 Sorry to hear that it's been an interesting story, might be adding a link to your post to where you're offering it for sale Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted May 16, 2012 Author Share Posted May 16, 2012 Sorry to hear that it's been an interesting story, might be adding a link to your post to where you're offering it for sale No link, but should anyone be interested, please send me a PM. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNCF stephen Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 I am very sad to hear that Ulrich. If it was not for you I would not be in the middle of my current project. Your modules and techniques were fascinating to read about and provided much inspiration to not only me but a fair few others too! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwinewt Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 I agree with the other opinions expressed here. Many many thanks for the inspiration. Would love to say yes and buy your modules off you to help out, but I think the shipping costs down under may be a bit much... Unless you have some spare track going cheap? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 Thank you all for your kind words! It really hurts me a lot not to be able to continue, but my financial situation does not allow it. My railway modelling will be restricted to designing layouts for friends, which is a rewarding, but also frustrating task. I have been into this hobby for close to 50 years and having to give it up is like losing a dear old friend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Claude_Dreyfus Posted May 22, 2012 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 22, 2012 I too am sorry to hear your news. I have kept an eye in this thread for a long time, not just because it is Japanese themed, but because it is a well executed, innovative and attractive model. I do hope that sometime in the future circumstances improve to allow you to restart your modelling. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted June 13, 2012 Author Share Posted June 13, 2012 I am struggling to stay afloat with my little layout. Giving it up is just too much for me to bear, so I give my best to keep it. Construction will continue, but at a much, much slower pace. I have prepared a few little videos, which I´d like to share: Enjoy! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Claude_Dreyfus Posted June 13, 2012 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 13, 2012 Good news! It would be a real shame to see this layout lost. Stick with it, and I'm sure things will improve for you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeTrice Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Having watched the videos I can understand your reluctance. I cannot help feeling that if you did pass them on, you would regret it later. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted June 14, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 14, 2012 Great to hear you've decided to keep going, It inspired my micro branch in N too. I used up some Peco track instead but it follows the small modualr theme. You convinced me it could look good in such a narrow space. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Madog Posted June 14, 2012 Author Share Posted June 14, 2012 Thanks for all the kind words, folks. I am still fighting to keep it. This means I have to sell some other stuff to pay upcoming bills and may have to sell the car as well. This will be a tough one. I prepared another video, compiling all those little clips into one: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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