First Layout Design...

MinnMonkey said:
The entire layout will be done with Kato Unitrack, and due to costs it will probably be done in phases.

Secondly, living in a small condo, I have no power tools. Does anyone have any recommendations on how I can get/build a good workbench for the layout? I was thinking of buying a folding table that will be about that size, and then putting some foam insulation on top for the base.

Any comments would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
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Wow, sounds like my long-lost twin! :p

I'm also a condo-dweller, and am working with limited space as well. I'm going to work with UniTrack, and am in the process of designing a staged layout as well; I have envisioned a possible L-shaped layout to take advantage of the space I do have. Working with 6 1/2 feet on one wall, and 8 1/2 feet on the other, I think I can lay down one heck of a set-up over time with 4 feet depth.

As I'm getting into modern N-Scale Japanese trains, I'm going to concentrate on an urban/industrial motif--perhaps in the future I'll do a woodland scene for the steam era--with two lines; a doublel-track commuter line, an industrial line, and above it all, a bullet-train double-line viaduct.

But I just wanted to say that I really like your layout--simple enough for a beginner, yet more advanced that two ovals--and I'll be following your progress.

Cheers,
Jay
 
Jayinmd said:
I have envisioned a possible L-shaped layout to take advantage of the space I do have. Working with 6 1/2 feet on one wall, and 8 1/2 feet on the other, I think I can lay down one heck of a set-up over time with 4 feet depth.
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I wish I had that kind of space. 74"x32" is the most I can deticate right now. Once I am done or bored with this layout, I will probably start thinking of adding a shelf around at least some of my place.
 
Zman said:
I think there's enough support for the foam board with the cross beams you have.

I don't think it's necessary to put a wood border around the foam - just paint it an earth color.

I'm looking forward to pics of your layout someday.
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Thanks for the response! I am hoping to have the bench done early next week so I can start with the real fun. I will deffenitly post pictures as I progress (and asking lots of questions too :)).
 
MinnMonkey said:
I wish I had that kind of space. 74"x32" is the most I can deticate right now. Once I am done or bored with this layout, I will probably start thinking of adding a shelf around at least some of my place.
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I'm single with no social life, so I have all the room I need. :cry: ;)
 
"I'm single with no social life, so I have all the room I need."

Welcome to the club Jay. I'm waiting for the woman who gets "interested" when she witnesses my modeling skills (sigh).

Crap, I know I'm going to get in trouble for that retort.

Not anymore, I just edited it.
 
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