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Trackside photos (pic)

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zgardner18
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Posted by zgardner18 on Friday, May 26, 2006 2:41 PM
Bob, I just sent you an email. I do model only HO but my stuff is very modern but with your permission, I would live to bring up my favorite engine.

--Zak Gardner

My Layout Blog:  http://mrl369dude.blogspot.com

http://zgardner18.rrpicturearchives.net

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jeffers_mz
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Posted by jeffers_mz on Friday, May 26, 2006 12:59 AM
The rain gutter's only on the trackside gutterboard of the yard tower, for better visibility out the windows where needed?

Nice touch.
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MisterBeasley
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Posted by MisterBeasley on Thursday, May 25, 2006 7:02 PM
Well, now I want my subway station to be up to that level of craftsmanship. Thanks, Bob, for the inspiration.

It takes an iron man to play with a toy iron horse. 

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Bob grech
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Posted by Bob grech on Thursday, May 25, 2006 6:08 PM
Zak:

You can find my E-mail address in my profile page. Write me a personal note, that way we can arrange a visit in the near future.

Bob.

PS
Bring along your favorite Loco (HO Scale) so we can have some Interchange....

Have Fun.... Bob.

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Bob grech
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Posted by Bob grech on Thursday, May 25, 2006 6:02 PM
Jsmaye:

The WP caboose was built from an American Model Builder's (laser) kit. I painted and lettered it to match my RR Theme using Micro-Scale decals. Marker lights were added using colored lenses. All grabs were "scratched" from wire, except for the side "curved" ones. Those are from Detail Associates #6503.

Bob...

Have Fun.... Bob.

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zgardner18
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Posted by zgardner18 on Thursday, May 25, 2006 10:47 AM
Hey Bob,

Do you ever let visitors stop by to see your layout? I live in Los Angeles and would love to drive up and spend some time picking your brain about your view of the hobby and get any pointers that I can.

--Zak Gardner

My Layout Blog:  http://mrl369dude.blogspot.com

http://zgardner18.rrpicturearchives.net

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conrail92
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Posted by conrail92 on Thursday, May 25, 2006 9:32 AM
very nice, its scary how real it looks
"If you can dream it you can do it" Enzo Ferrari :)
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GAPPLEG
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Posted by GAPPLEG on Thursday, May 25, 2006 9:30 AM
Most assuredly he captures enough of the real life look, to make me want to go there and enjoy it. Love your modeling Bob. tks much for the photos.

Jerry SP FOREVER http://photobucket.com/albums/f317/GAPPLEG/

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simon1966
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Posted by simon1966 on Thursday, May 25, 2006 8:22 AM
Bob, I am really beginning to understand how the ink wash just adds that final touch. Thanks again for posting.

In the now locked and fading thread, some suggested that your model is a "model of a model" due to the influence of Selios et al. Yes the influence is clear, but you seemed to have captured a more reaslistic look compared to more of a charicature effect.

Simon Modelling CB&Q and Wabash See my slowly evolving layout on my picturetrail site http://www.picturetrail.com/simontrains and our videos at http://www.youtube.com/user/MrCrispybake?feature=mhum

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Anonymous
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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, May 25, 2006 12:05 AM
Can you give some details on the WP caboose - brass, scratchbuilt, kitbashed...?
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ARTHILL
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Posted by ARTHILL on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 10:13 PM
I have had my hit for the day. Now I can sign off and go to bed.
If you think you have it right, your standards are too low. my photos http://s12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/ARTHILL/ Art
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Train 284
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Posted by Train 284 on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 10:09 PM
Very nice as usual!
Matt Cool Espee Forever! Modeling the Modoc Northern Railroad in HO scale Brakeman/Conductor/Fireman on the Yreka Western Railroad Member of Rouge Valley Model RR Club
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howmus
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Posted by howmus on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 10:00 PM
Awsome, Bob! Simply Awsome!

Ray Seneca Lake, Ontario, and Western R.R. (S.L.O.&W.) in HO

We'll get there sooner or later! 

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pcarrell
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Posted by pcarrell on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 9:46 PM
Very nice work,....as usual. Love the grab irons on the caboose! And the switch stand, and the trestle, and the.........., and the ,.....................
Philip
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Bob grech
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Trackside photos (pic)
Posted by Bob grech on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 9:39 PM
Here are some new trackside photos to share:

A Climax Loco heads east over The Black River.



A southbound freight passes under the Hill Street overpass.



My yard tower.



A Close-up look at my baggage car (interior detail)
(More on how I detailed this car can be found in the layout section of this forum under "how I detailed a 50' baggage car")

Have Fun.... Bob.

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