Hogan
Junction - Details
After all of the roadbed was installed, the
location for each feeder wire was marked and drilled through the roadbed
and foam. You will note in the photos that several wires poke out from
under the board as it sits on the floor, and these are connected to the
appropriate track or accessory item.
With the wires soldered to the track, and the track put into place we
decided it was time to test-fit the buildings.
When the locations were confirmed and a few train cars were hand-pushed
along the tracks in order to check clearances, we traced around the
outline of the structures.
We then removed the buildings and started on some basic scenery. This
was VERY simple and easy. We just painted the styrofoam in a tan
earth-tone, and immediately sprinkled Woodland Scenics "grass"
into the wet paint.
As more ties and ballast will be added, along with rocks and trees at a
later date, the goal was to get as much done with the board on the floor
as possible. Once we got the board on the benchwork, reaching the back
would be quite a stretch - physically possible, but still a stretch. So
the secret is to get a lot done while you can still move around the
layout 360 degrees.
Project Date: 12-31-03, 10:00AM to 3:00PM |
Side "A" - test fitting the structures
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