I'm looking to get the walthers modern 3 track diesel house, does anybody have this on their layout? If so can I see some pics.
Thanks!
Michael
CEO- Mile-HI-RailroadPrototype: D&RGW Moffat Line 1989
Sorry I don't have the Walther's version. I use the one from Pike Stuff. They have a basic 2 stall kit but what's good about it is that you can add extra walls, stalls and even a machine shop from extra Pike Stuff kits.
The building in the background is a Pike Stuff building. ( I don't take many pictures of it because this section of my layout isn't scenicked yet) chuck
Motley I'm looking to get the walthers modern 3 track diesel house, does anybody have this on their layout? If so can I see some pics. Thanks! Michael
Here's a few:
I added my own interior and exterior lights.
Engineer Jeff NS Nut Visit my layout at: http://www.thebinks.com/trains/
jbinkley60Here's a few
Nicely done.
Bob
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Dang you guys are GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That is some awesome detail work, and I love the lighting.
How long did it take you to build these? Also, how do you install the rail inside?
Motley Dang you guys are GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That is some awesome detail work, and I love the lighting. How long did it take you to build these? Also, how do you install the rail inside?
It took me about a week working off and on. This kit has lots of parts. Many of them are the numerous plastic risers which the rails sit on. I stripped the rails off of some flex track and glued them to the risers.
Beautiful work. It's interesting to compare the way the structure looks with turnouts for the stall tracks vs. the transfer table. The night shots are particularly effective for this building, too.
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thats a lot of talent. i'm debating betwen the old walters brik engine house or this newer style. you all making it real hard for me now!
how did you make the lighte blue?
I think im going for this kit insted of the brick is it a snap togther or do you glue it?
sorry for being pesty and not super smart but does somebody know? if glue has to be used what kind is best? i had a hard time with ambrod on a kit and want to use soemthing else.
I have not built the diesel house but have done a lot of Walther's kits. I use old fashion Testors model glue with no problems.
Cuda Ken
I hate Rust
One helpful key to gluing structural walls that are perpendicular to each other is to secure them firmly using clamps. The glued surfaces should be checked for gapping or bulging and carefully adjusted if any misalignments occur. Pliogrip and several other tool companies produce clamps that will hold your work firmly in place at 90 degrees or other angles, as the adhesive cures.
I've used a variety of glues over the years. While I don't care for the smell, Ambroid works when properly applied, as does CA. Although not necessary in every case, I usually scuff sand the surfaces being joined just to make sure that the adhesive will have a good bite.
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Great Photo's. I also want to "squeeze" in the Transfer Table some how so I can have a bigger complex with less approach. I have the shed painted and built but I want to do interior details. I've scratchbuilt and rtv'd some lockers and storage cabinets, workbenches and desk. I have welding and shop details from Faller, Preiser and Noch, barrels and crates from JL and a few leftover gas station details. The Overhead Crane (the yellow one, cut to fit the high part) is installed. Now from my research of photos of actual CSX shops, I am missing a few items:
Scissor Lifts
High Rolling Ladders
Paint Shop equipment
PS: yes I scratchbuilt a Paint Shop from 1 section of my new Rolling Mill
Pics to follow.....
Mine doesn't move.......it's at the station!!!
River Eagle, outstanding job on the lighting and exterior weathering! jbinkley60, I like that interior!
I have the older Walthers Car Shop brick building shop that I'm converting into a diesel locomotive service shop and your photos really stir up my enthusiasm. Thanks for posting them, guys
awesome
Alton Junction
Engineer Jeff, I am having trouble fitting code 100 rail into the many risers, it is slightly too wide. What code track have you and others used?
To all, if I use Code 70 rail, which is narrower than Code 100, will it be too shallow? i.e. will trains still be able to roll over the aprons without derailing, before entering the shop?
Cheers,
Roscoe