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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #495 on: October 04, 2019, 05:29:54 PM »
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Quote from: Hawghead on October 04, 2019, 05:15:13 PM
Looking good Lee,

HOn3 is small enough, I don't know how you guys do this kind of motive power bashing in N scale.

Scott
the difference in the gauge is only 1.5mm....
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #496 on: October 04, 2019, 06:02:39 PM »
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But the difference in the width of the equipment is about an inch... maybe more.
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #497 on: October 04, 2019, 08:03:09 PM »
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Rats...


I muffed the coupling distance by a millimeter or two.
But soon it's time for a proper road test...

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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #498 on: October 04, 2019, 08:04:26 PM »
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Quote from: wm3798 on October 04, 2019, 08:03:09 PM
Rats...


I muffed the coupling distance by a millimeter or two.
But soon it's time for a proper road test...

Lee
looking good
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #499 on: October 04, 2019, 10:40:18 PM »
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Quote from: wm3798 on October 04, 2019, 08:03:09 PM
Rats...


I muffed the coupling distance by a millimeter or two.
But soon it's time for a proper road test...

Lee

If you hadn't mentioned it and took a picture that highlights the infinitesimal mismatch no would have ever noticed.  I think it looks like a great job.

Scott
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #500 on: October 04, 2019, 10:50:57 PM »
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If you are going for the retro look, then a large coupling gap is actually a desired feature.  :)
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #501 on: October 04, 2019, 10:53:08 PM »
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Quote from: Hawghead on October 04, 2019, 10:40:18 PM
If you hadn't mentioned it and took a picture that highlights the infinitesimal mismatch no would have ever noticed.  I think it looks like a great job.

Scott


No, this is TRW after all.  Lee played it smart by getting out in front of it and outing himself.
This type of caginess comes from experience.
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #502 on: October 06, 2019, 12:40:15 PM »
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Making good progress on the layout this weekend.

Got the coal branch installed and wired, and started working on the land forms.



And went ahead and picked up a second Atlas Truss bridge for the first crossing.  Turns out you have to trim off about an 1/8th of an inch from each bridge to get the track to connect.

No worries.  Have Dremel, will travel.

We'll see how much else we get done this weekend...

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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #503 on: October 06, 2019, 09:54:39 PM »
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The behind the scenes portion of the layout is nearing completion.


Need to solder a few rail joints and run the signal wiring next, and it will be ready to bring into the office.

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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #504 on: October 06, 2019, 10:36:17 PM »
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Wiring is boring, so... scenery.

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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #505 on: October 07, 2019, 06:12:24 PM »
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Benchwork!

And workbench... all in one stroke!
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #506 on: October 07, 2019, 07:20:18 PM »
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And the nerve center emerges from the sawdust!


The fourth and final power pack is due to arrive later this week!
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #507 on: October 07, 2019, 10:02:38 PM »
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Should get some drawer slides from the ReStore so they can be pulled out one by one sturdily.
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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #508 on: October 07, 2019, 10:50:52 PM »
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I actually have a bunch of 12" glides leftover from our kitchen remodel.  Hmmm.

Meanwhile...


There's officially room in the garage to start the next project!

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Re: Retro Tech Layout Project - N Scale Compact Layout
« Reply #509 on: October 08, 2019, 09:52:56 AM »
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And most importantly...


...the view from my desk.

Now back to work!

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