Alex's Layout thread.

[alexbnfan]

Thanks for the good feedback. I have certainly learned that it is never finished.

Anyway, i'm not going to be able to report back to you for about week, i'm going to Sydney for a few days.

Have fun!!!!!
Alex

 

[alexbnfan]

OK, so i am back. I came back with a Bachmann trolley. It runs good. I like it.

So, i'm just having fun at the moment. It'll be a little while untill i get some more photos

 

[jeffrey-wimberl]

Take your time. We can wait.

 

[alexbnfan]

Layout progress seems to have stalled. I'm just too busy with school stuff, and i just wanted to say that i've not forgotten you guys.

Alex


EDIT: I'm also starting a new layout. I'll keep you updated

 

[jeffrey-wimberl]

I'm looking forward to pics of your progress.

 

[alexbnfan]

More pics, this time just of the completed portions (which is about 99 percent of the layout. I'm starting a new one tommorow if i get the plywood i need.
PicTwo.jpg - Image - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/PicThree.jpg
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/PicOne.jpg
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/pic5.jpg
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/Pic6.jpg
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/pic4.jpg
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/PhotoTwo.jpg

 

[MadHatter]

Hi alexbnfan

That looks finger-licking-good!

 

[alexbnfan]

Thanks, all your comments mean a lot to me

 

[jeffrey-wimberl]

Your layout is looking good Alex. Don't let anybody tell you different.

 

[alexbnfan]

Yeah, though some of the older areas are looking a bit dull

anyway, this afternoon, i'm starting a new layout. got the track ready for start at 4-5:30 pm our time.

Alex

 

[green_elite_cab]

cool, keep us updated.

 

[alexbnfan]

I will. I made much progress over the weekend on my new layout.

I'll post pics after school.

 

[alexbnfan]

I confess. I've been very lazy. very very lazy indeed.

I'll try and get photos up today. When your brother is addicted to runescape, its really hard to get to the computer.

 

[alexbnfan]

Some Pics of my new layout

OK, so some pics of my new layout. (its sub 4x8)

Its alot more advanced at the moment, but i am at school at the moment.

http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/Alex1modified.jpg
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/Alex2modified.jpg
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x261/alexbnfan/Alexmodified3.jpg


Sorry about the wait.

Alex

 

[green_elite_cab]

have you though about using a Double slip tunrout instead of 2 sepreate turnouts in the second picture? the track might fit together alitle easier, and it would save space.

 

[alexbnfan]

Yeah, it crossed my mind, but, i heard that they are expensive and unreliable, so i decided not to, and i also got alot of track for free.

Also, i like the look i've got at the moment.

Alex

 

[green_elite_cab]

They can be expensive, but they certianly work, you just need to set them up right. switches are one of the craziest things on a railroad. they all need to be super precise, and as things get complicated, its harder to reach that precision.

 

[alexbnfan]

OK, i'll remember that for next time. Its not like as if i'm out of space though

 

[green_elite_cab]

yes, but i did notice the track looked kinda at an odd angle, and if there are any gaps in the rails do to fudging, it may hamper the performance of your railroad. a doubleslip may better fit.

 

[alexbnfan]

yeah, i get what you mean!!!!!!! my last layout had some bad track on it.

anyway, the track is laid, so, i dont really want to change it now. there is plenty of room anyway.

Alex