Dave Posted April 25, 2013 Share Posted April 25, 2013 @Dave - nice one - checking out those options now!! I'll eventually get around to the helix and fiddle phase - I Promise!!! No worries, I'm flat out at the moment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted April 25, 2013 Share Posted April 25, 2013 Great to hear :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warbonnet Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 I like the Schenker and Freightliner model's in the background Stephen. I have a soft spot for the class 66's in the Freightliner livery. I wish I could say the same for the new livery on the class 70's. Rich, Sorry to go off topic again, but the UK version is now out and a little different, it's actually even worse http://www.wnxx.com/content/030513/66504B.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRich Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Sorry to go off topic again, but the UK version is now out and a little different, it's actually even worse http://www.wnxx.com/content/030513/66504B.htm I can't say I like that, on the other hand Bachmann will be pleased. Rich, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartfer Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Hi what part of the country are you, would like some help with droppers. reply to stuartfer@gmail.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Hi Stuart, Welcome to the site - what help do you need? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 Massively overdue for an update, I've not that much to report unfortunately! In nor particular order, the retaining wall at Blackrock Junction has been primed, the viaduct too (though will some filler and a respray to even temporarily pass as concrete). The incline to the Crossstairs bridge has been balasted and the start of the wall made (wall on the left horizontal!). I also painted (first attempt) the plaster tunnel mouth. The last few times upstairs I've been busy trying to clean and clear and remove stock, so I can get the overhead lighting, point motors and wiring finished! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 Coming along nicely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Scotsman 4472 Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 Really starting to take shape Stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 I'm hoping that I can get the retaining wall, some grass, etc, on the incline done, and maybe a backscene behind it, which will give me the start of something scenic to look at Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Scotsman 4472 Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 I'm hoping that I can get the retaining wall, some grass, etc, on the incline done, and maybe a backscene behind it, which will give me the start of something scenic to look at Once you get some greenery in there it really does start to change the look of things and you will find it spurs you on to get more done on the layout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirley Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 Good to see you back Stephen, the Site is not the same without your frequent updates but understand your priorities are elsewhere at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabyGM Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 Good to see another update the retaining walls look great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enniscorthyman Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 That viaduct rings my bell,it's all coming together nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Starting to experiment with backscene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hidden-agenda Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Like the bridge its shown nicely against the back scene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Scotsman 4472 Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 What way Stephen are you going to do the wall that you can see through the arches ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 I'm planning to actually build a rolling hillside behind the viaduct. From the bottom of the backscene, to the floor of the valley, big sweeping kinda thing! (That's the plan anyway!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 This shot shows better the space. The viaduct has a 6 foot radius, so it sits in a 3 foot 'square' base. My plan is to sweep hills down on both sides (swallowing up some of the viaduct itself in the process) so that is sits down in to a valley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Scotsman 4472 Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 I'm planning to actually build a rolling hillside behind the viaduct. From the bottom of the backscene, to the floor of the valley, big sweeping kinda thing! (That's the plan anyway!) Yes I was going to suggest something along those lines. What I would say is put plenty of big trees in and have the tops of them just above the bottom of the backscene so it looks like you are looking at the mountains and fields in the distance just above the trees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Got it in one sir Plan is a polystyrene 'foundation' then lots of modroc / plaster to provide gentle rolling hills, down to a small river and road at the bottom. Then to liberally forest the hills I saw photos of a layout before (can't remember) where behind the viaduct was basically a huge forest - was stunningly effective! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 The only thing I wasnt sure about, which is more clear in photo2, is the 'turn' at the corner, and how to smoooth it out. Either that, or just photograph either side Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Scotsman 4472 Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 The only thing I wasnt sure about, which is more clear in photo2, is the 'turn' at the corner, and how to smoooth it out. Either that, or just photograph either side Ok I know what you mean give me a few minutes I need to lookup YouTube I've seen a video somewhere that I think any be of some help to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broithe Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 (edited) The only thing I wasnt sure about, which is more clear in photo2, is the 'turn' at the corner, and how to smoooth it out. Either that, or just photograph either side It's good if you can sweep the bend, with a bit of hardboard or something - "there are no corners in the sky", as somebody once said. Not the best picture, but here's an example. It does make a difference. Edited June 19, 2013 by Broithe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Hmm, reckon I'll have to have a go at a curve, the one in the photo is too abrupt, and will cast a shadow no matter what I reckon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broithe Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Hmm, reckon I'll have to have a go at a curve, the one in the photo is too abrupt, and will cast a shadow no matter what I reckon... It's worth the effort at this stage. Something like a one foot radius allows the lighting to blend nicely. Any corners will always show up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Scotsman 4472 Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 (edited) Damned if I can find the video Stephen but what you do is get yourself some 3mm MDF and cut it the same height as the the gap from the top of the baseboard to the top of your wall the length is up to yourself the longer it is the more shallow the curve. Push it into the corner and glue and pin the edges of the MDF to the wall you will then need to use some polly filler and smooth the edges so you don't have a step from the wall to the face edge of the board. then apply your backscene that way you do away with the corner and it gives you a nice smooth look to the back scene. As an idea for doing your hill with trees check this out for some ideas http://model-railroad-hobbyist.com/node/12421 Also check this video out not so much for the lift up panel but for the way he has the cliff and trees in front of his backscene If I remember correctly the guy in the video is the same guy who showed you how to do the corners in the video I seen somewhere. Edited June 19, 2013 by Anthony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Sweet - thanks lads - will have a go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 You can also get bendy MDF would be ideal for the corner. I can cut a strip for for to match the back scene height. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Sounds like a plan Dave! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broithe Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Damned if I can find the video This one gives a good idea... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Wow! Those backdrops are massive!! Biggest I've found are 15" so far (which you can see in my photos) If I could get 2-3 feet - wow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 http://backdropjunction.com/thebackdrops/europeanscenes.html - Irish Backscenes up to 44" tall! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broithe Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 These came from International Models - http://www.internationalmodels.net/acatalog/26_Inch__26___High_Backscenes.html - they're about two foot three... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiggy Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 http://backdropjunction.com/thebackdrops/europeanscenes.html - Irish Backscenes up to 44" tall! I have one of these, not that tall but if anyone is thinking of getting one pm me before you do. Ta, Wiggy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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