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Chris, Chapter 2 is great! Thanks for making me chuckle.

Tom, Nice job...my cap is off to you and your abilities to transform this kit into something nice for anyones layout. I am curious to know whats going on upstairs... through the window? I can't quite decide if this is PG or R rated. :-)

Yes you are correct...thanks Y'all are great, Thanks for all the input. Yes you are correct about the 3' dogbone curves. Fortunately I will only be running short rolling stock on this layout and hope this won't be a problen for me. Also the mountain height can be reduced to less than 8" you...

Good info everyone and especailly Doc... Doc, I did some additive and subtractive benchwork many years ago to achieve some excitement in a layout so your idea sparked my memory. I'll have to rework my plan a bit considering I only have 19" of space to work in for this layout. I am using some...

Here is an additional illustration but my grades are too high in the distance I have to work with. I read someplace that 3"-4" between levels is enough space...is that correct? Thanks for any input folks.

Well guys and gals I finally did it. Demolished my existing layout for a new and improved one...OUCH. I did this with mixed feelings of course but my wife seemed to enjoy the destruction part :) Now for my question ...which has been addressed in many ways from many people on this forum, but...

I am thinking about going DCC when I demolish my current layout and build a new one. Any advise? Problems? Suggestions on brand of DCC System? :rolleyes: Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks,

WOW nice idea..... But I think you need more engines :D The layout is looking great.

Those Pix take me back.... The shots you took are awesome and take me back to the days living in Pittsburgh. Thanks alot for posting them.

Yes I have considered donating it... I have considered donating it to an organization or selling it locally (would not be worth the shipping costs outside of my area). I think the donation aspect would be the better idea since I could claim the full value and someone else could enjoy it...

Morning Guys, I was wondering if there is there a market for selling a 4x8 layout intact? Since I am planning to change my entire layout ... I would like to sell the existing one instead of tearing it apart? Has anyone done this before? How difficult is it to sell? Any advise or guidance...

Gimme an IC Light Being a native Pittsburgher who transplanted himself to Florida I remember the ole Iron City dayz (opps...days) Pictures would surely help on this endevor. I will see if I have any laying around. If the are still in business (which I assume they are) you could contact the...

WOW..SO many great ideas... Ya'll are great :D Thanks for all the input and ideas. Thanks goodness I am only in the planning stages right now...so this is the time to get everyones ideas and suggestions. I was also thinking instead of using a solid top on the base cabimets...to just...

Well folks..the time has come to consider tearing apart my existing layout and redoing the train room/wifes storage area. I am considering dismantling the layout and clearing out the room to start from scratch.:eek: I have been prcrastinating for months now and think I finally have a...

WOW...you guys are great! Thanks for all the insite and comic releif in some cases. The Pine Sol comment intrigues me. You stated that you used it full strength? How long did you soak the item? Heck, even my wife can't complain about the smell of that as a stripping agent. :D Maybe she can...

I was told a while back that in order to strip the old paint off of rolling stock one should soak it in ... was it "brake fluid"? Is this true and what needs to be done in order to strip the old stuff off? Thanks for any suggestions,

Atlas Snap Switch Machines It is possible to convert the hard to hide part of the switch and use under table switch machines to activate your turnouts. That is what I have done and they work very well for the money invested. Plus if you eventually have a problem the switch machine is easy to...

Welcome to The Gauge... All the recommendations are right on the money. I envy you being able to see the joy and excitement through your childs eyes. At his age you may find him expecting overnight transformation of your layout. make sure he understands that half the fun is in creating and...

We've kinda been busy with general household chores and projects both inside and outside recently but rest assured my mind is constantly thinking of what to do next on the layout when I finally get the chance to actually work on the layout. I do however enjoy seeing all the postings you folks...

With the new year upon us, I have only one resolution I think I can and want to keep..... and that is to do more work on my layout :D