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[highrailjon]

I purchased this Ameri-Towne building front years ago. And I did'nt want to pay OGR the bucks for the three other walls. I cut out some black foam board(Office Depot) and slapped on some spackling. I then used some wood stain (Minwax Jacobean). Then I started drinking beer and singing. My dog hates that crap. I hope this tip helps you out. [:)]
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[highrailjon]

[lyle_styles]

Great job. Looks super.

Someday I hope to give kitbashing a try. Could only imagine the time it must take for building some of these.

Thanks for the pics.

Lyle R Ehlers

[Buckeye Riveter]

Thanks for the tip. The best part about doing it your way, it you can vary the depth of the building to fit a specific tight spot on a layout.

Another four thumbs up posting. [tup][tup][tup][tup]

[FJ and G]

photo of your building: GREAT!

Photo of dog howling while you sing? PRICELESS!

[crip]

great job

[jefelectric]

highrailjon,

Building looks great. The telephone pole also caught my eye, the steps are an added touch. Are the poles scratch built or does someone make some that look that real?

[highrailjon]

Thanks guy's!! Here's a shot from the North side of town. As you can see the "city" is still under construction, but what fun one step at a time.[;)]

[highrailjon]

jefelectric, I purchased the poles from Dave and here is his webpage:
www.dmmrailroad.com
His prices a great!! They come in many styles, and a pre-stained so you can "plant" them when they arrive. I took the time to add a bit more weathering to them. I just spray painted the poles flat black and dry brushed on a mixture of acrylic brown and white against the wood grain. A very simple but effective touch.[:)]

[laz 57]

JON,
Great job!
I thought you were talking about the BIG HAIR band of the late 70s and early 80s?
laz57

[highrailjon]

I thought I was, too!!!![:D][:D][:D][:D][:D]

[brianel027]

Looks good Jon... nice layout too by the looks of it!

My layout being smaller is a little more limited, so I've been practicing the concepts you have done here Jon. I've taken many of the cheaper types of buildings and done things like adding a second floor to a Plasticville Fire Station or making many modifications and changes to the K-Lineville Factory to make it look loads better. Or turning a Plasticville Gas Station into a freight/shipping office - and after all haven't real out of business gas stations been turned into just about anything and everything???

By the way, although I've never signed up I have to say I've been reading your humorous asides on the MTJ forum for a long time ... there are times you guys over there have had me in stitches from laughing so hard. I know some of it might be considered a tad mean spirited by some, but I'll tell you - there are times I really need the laughs you guys provide. The first time I read the North Korean references, I couldn't stop laughing. You guys are all a real hoot over there!!!!

[mickey4479]

I like the result and the layout from what I can see is interesting.

[highrailjon]

brianel027, You're buildings sound unique as well!! Sometimes its just a matter of getting the courage up to try something different. And as for forums, I think both are a hoot, I enjoy stopping in and checking things out here, as well!!![:D]