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What about an 18"-24" shelf layout along the 21" wall? Another possibility would be multi level with a helix next to the meter/pipes. Tom

After reading your initial post, I was going to suggest that you handcuff that woman to your side. You are wise beyond your years, young grasshopper! balloon6 Congratulations on your engaement (and on the BLI). Tom

What I use for applying the glue mixture is one of those epoxy applicators that one can find inthe big box lumber stores. I tried using it to apply alcohol but the alcohol destroyed the gasket material in the applicatior. (I had never used alcohol as a wetting agent and wanted to try it.) I...

Cabdriver, you and your family are doing a great job. One thing I learned (one of the forums but I don't remember where) is now that the road is black, take some white powder and swirl it on the road with a paint brush. It really makes a difference. You don't want too much and remember to swirl...

Connor, you're doing an excellent job! Assuming the track is all wired, the next step would be to start putting in scenery and structures. Before you get too far along, run the trains a lot. Make sure your trackwork is good. Tom

I read years ago in Model Railroader about using a magnet spaced a little ways away from a reed switch to make it stay in the position you want it to. It's called biasing the switch. You will probably have to do a little experimentation to make it work. As far as what type (n/o or n/c) that...

Moria If you are looking to really super detail and get as close to the prototype as possible there is a group called Proto87. Run a Google search on it. These people try to make everythig as close to scale as possible. Their work is truly amazing. Tom

Keep an eye out at your local Hobby Lobby. I found a bunch of Imex brand vehicles which were being closed out for half price. I bought about 20 of them for about $3 apiece. Tom

Outstanding work! Take the rest of the day off and play with trains. Tom

Hi, Bob Something you might try is to take a picture of the problem area. Sometimes when we have built something ourselves, we tend to overlook minor imperfections. A photo will help you take a fresh look at the area. Tom

Hi, Jeff Welcome (back) to the hobby. I would respectfully disagree with those who say there are no stupid questions. I have so far found at least one - when your offspring is standing with his/her hand on the door to the dishwasher and asks if the contents are clean or dirty! Tom