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Workin on the RR

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Workin on the RR
Posted by Anonymous on Monday, May 29, 2006 10:01 AM
Thank God for sons. We got our new camera and here's my progress so far on my new layout! My son, like all kids, are good at this computer stuff. I'm glad I'm a fast learner. This is proof that the forum is a great learning tool. Thanks to all!












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Posted by wrmcclellan on Monday, May 29, 2006 10:58 AM
qqqman,

Looking great! I like layouts with tubular track (mine is also). Track plan looks interesting also.

Keep the photos coming!

Regards,
Roy

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Posted by spankybird on Monday, May 29, 2006 11:14 AM
What a great start you have. I like the way that your mountains are going to blend into the background.

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Posted by Anonymous on Monday, May 29, 2006 11:21 AM
Thanks Roy,
The plan is 2 separate routes with 2 reverse loops on each route connected by an interchange track. The outside route stays outside and goes up and back down the same way because of the reverse loop The inside is like a 3 leaf clover using the 2 reverse loops and a 90' crossover. Gotta love the tube track and especially the non-derailing switches for the reverse loops!!








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Posted by Anonymous on Monday, May 29, 2006 11:32 AM
Thanks Spankybird,
Credit fot the backdrop idea goes to Windy Urtnowski in The Nov. 05 CTT issue showing his attic layout. As soon as I saw the backdrop, I just knew it was what I liked! Great Idea!
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Posted by overall on Monday, May 29, 2006 6:18 PM
qqqman,

I guessing the Boston & Maine Alco diesel is a custom paint job? It looks good, whoever did it.

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Posted by Anonymous on Monday, May 29, 2006 6:25 PM
Yes, George it' an old Lionel RS3 painted by George the Fireman from Boston's north shore. He also did the NH S2 switcher, formally a K-Line NYC S2.
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Posted by otftch on Tuesday, May 30, 2006 7:09 AM
Love your bridges. The placement is similar to something I have done although with different combinations.It adds depth to the layout.Great job.You can check my URL to see mine.
Ed
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Posted by dwiemer on Tuesday, May 30, 2006 8:26 AM
Impressive. Keep up the good works and keep sharing the great photos.
Dennis

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