JAMO Posted November 26, 2016 Author Share Posted November 26, 2016 I prepared the benchwork for the main, the spur and the loop track ...and I started to glue the ties. The main These ties are ready to install by the railroad team At right, the loop track level is lower. On the left, the loop track with the code 100 rails, not yet installed. I use Peco pins for code 100 rails. I reduce the length with a big and strong cutter which resists to steel I use old pieces of OO Peco track to use the code 100 rail. Recycling... 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 More work... the other side of the loop track ... 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted December 8, 2016 Author Share Posted December 8, 2016 My table isn't clean... but the track is laid. And I continue with the lead track of te right end. This track is supposed to continue more far to another station. At home, there is the basement wall. Here is a view of the basswood wooden strips before cutting them. ... 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanrouge Posted December 8, 2016 Share Posted December 8, 2016 Great skills Jack, really enjoying this one Cheers Nick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted December 9, 2016 Author Share Posted December 9, 2016 Many thanks Nick. I try to do my best. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted December 11, 2016 Author Share Posted December 11, 2016 Hello there! Now, I begin the second part of the track laying: the curve of the short line. The rail is code 100 from Peco for this part of the project. ... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted December 11, 2016 Author Share Posted December 11, 2016 I've watched a video from Scott Taipale who chase a PREX GP-16 on the "Napoleon Defiance & Western Railway". Some scenes are very inspiring for my layout. Here is one hardcopy from the video to show you what I would like to do: to add bushes and high grass on the first plan to add realism. I've done the same on my narrow gauge french sugarbeet layout. It's nice to see. Scott Taipale's video for the enthusiasts: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axdR1xA6-b8&feature=youtu.be 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickBrad Posted December 16, 2016 Share Posted December 16, 2016 I really feel like I may be missing something by not attempting to build my own track or at least try a kit. I think my problem is that I love model railroads/railways, I enjoy looking at them and watching them in operation, but I haven't yet managed to work out what part of the hobby I enjoy most for myself. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted December 18, 2016 Author Share Posted December 18, 2016 Nick, to watch model trains layouts is a hobby too. I know people who don't know how to make a layout but they love to watch operation and details. No problem. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 I think my problem is that I love model railroads/railways, I enjoy looking at them and watching them in operation, but I haven't yet managed to work out what part of the hobby I enjoy most for myself. O Scale really helps in that regard - lack of space & funds (& even less choice of models) helps focus your mind no end, as to what you really want from a layout. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Legroom Posted December 21, 2016 Share Posted December 21, 2016 I've watched a video from Scott Taipale who chase a PREX GP-16 on the "Napoleon Defiance & Western Railway". Some scenes are very inspiring for my layout. Here is one hardcopy from the video to show you what I would like to do: to add bushes and high grass on the first plan to add realism. I've done the same on my narrow gauge french sugarbeet layout. It's nice to see. Scott Taipale's video for the enthusiasts: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axdR1xA6-b8&feature=youtu.be That low-nosed jeep is just crying out to be modelled too. That weathering on the hood actually looks like chalk powder! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zomboid Posted December 21, 2016 Share Posted December 21, 2016 (edited) O Scale really helps in that regard - lack of space & funds (& even less choice of models) helps focus your mind no end, as to what you really want from a layout. Unless of course out turns out that what you want is a 5 unit lash up on a mile of containers.(I found that going to a couple of modular operating sessions proved that what I like above everything else is running trains and switching cars) Edited December 21, 2016 by Zomboid 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted December 25, 2016 Author Share Posted December 25, 2016 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted January 2, 2017 Author Share Posted January 2, 2017 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted January 21, 2017 Author Share Posted January 21, 2017 Hello there! After a while, I have to show you my work again... 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 Well, after that, I couldn't resist to wait for the track was finished to put in place this 2nd part work. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
long island jack Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 looking good Jack, glad to see someone still got some mojo, lost mine at the moment, keep up the good work! Ray Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 (edited) What Ray said!! looks great!!I'm still slaving away at my own track laying; in the interests of actually making progress I have speeded up the process a bit; once the ties are glued down & painted, I spike the rail at every 4th tie on both sides, but glue in all the tie-plates along the rail, ready to go back later & add the other spikes.I have worked out that instead of a traditional "Golden Spike" Ceremony, I will have three seperate milestones to celebrate -Bronze Spike - when the oval around the room is complete - not too long now! All ties are in place; just painting and laying rails to do!! Then trains can once again chase their Caboose around my loft Silver Spike - after the oval is done, when the other trackwork is in place - just the one siding off the Main; back to Code100 rail & as rickety as possible. When that's done, that's all my track laid!!Golden Spike - when the very, very last spike of all is driven home - but as by then it'll be purely 'cosmetic', that day may be far off, & not actually of any significance as far as running trains goes! Edited January 23, 2017 by F-UnitMad 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 The track laying is always an adventure but it's interesting to do it: it's a hobby with in the hobby to make the track. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted January 24, 2017 Author Share Posted January 24, 2017 After a long time of checking and considering several things, I've decided to modify my layout project. At this time I've planned to build it for my home but I think it will be better if I can bring it to another part of my basement in case of need or to show it in exhibitions from time to time. I'll have to modify the trackplan and the size to install the blocks of trackage on boards. I would like to build very light boards. I need to manipulate the layout alone! On the other hand, the boards must be strong and give a perfect protection to the scenery. Light wood, aluminium will be the main material I'll use. Here is the actual trackplan. But you know well. I'll come back soon to show you the future trackplan when ready. Stay tuned... 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Northroader Posted January 24, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 24, 2017 Good plan for some excellent track, and I was enjoying your S2 rebuild on the Facebook. Any chance of more detail what went in below the deck on that one? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted January 24, 2017 Author Share Posted January 24, 2017 Yes, I can show how I've made my Alco S-2 here if you want. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Northroader Posted January 24, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 24, 2017 The trouble with Facebook is you can't put a lot of detail on it. Looking at your video, I'd like to see a bit more on how much of the trucks, drive train, wheels were done. I picked up a Lionel nw1 conversion very cheap at a show a long time ago, and it was very badly done. I'm looking out for ideas on how to do it properly. Merci, mon brave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMO Posted January 24, 2017 Author Share Posted January 24, 2017 I started by putting down all the parts of the Lionel S-2 Dummy 3-rail locomotive. The original Lionel model has no motor, no gears, nothing. Only a dummy engine like a "wagon". I started using Atlas SW 3-rail trucks. I've swaped the 3-rail wheels against 2-rail wheels from NWSL and I added pick-ups. I put off the EMD side trucks and install the "Blunt" ones from Lionel. The Atlas SW truck "as bought" Underneath, you just have to unscrew the 3rd rail pick-up and put off its wire. 4 screws to put off and the truck is easy to modify into 2-rail FS. Here, you can compare the Lionel 3-rail wheels and the 2-rail from NWSL. There is just a very very little difference The most difficult part of the motorization is done! The video I've still shown on the "What Alco do you have?" thread 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 (edited) 3-rail...... Why does it exist?? Why, why, WHY..?? Edited January 24, 2017 by F-UnitMad 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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