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Post by chipset35 on Sept 15, 2024 13:05:03 GMT
Well, I was supposed to post photos of my 90% finished layout, when while trying to fix a problem part of the layout, I realized why it was a problem. On that section in my haste and excitement to get it done, I committed yet again massive violations of best practices and possibly even worst practices.
Skimping on woodland scenic white foam glue caused a domino effect during the work. This glue does not require much, its the best IMHO. But I did not use enough for the surfaces I was gluing to save cost. A few dots of glue instead of lines on too large a surface, Even worse, as I tried to fix it I saw horrible construction practices I had employed yet again. I have done this over and over despite an effort not to, and its always the same cause...to get it done. As a result, half the layout is torn down, essentially the upper level. I can see tearing down the rest of the upper level as well. Its just NO GOOD. Going forward, I will just use the Sturdy Base of what was the lower level and originally the only level for good reason. Also, instead of moving one pile of stuff to another section during construction, I am putting everything neatly in boxes so that I will have a clean train room and bench work surfaces to properly lay track and wiring, and then test it with all the trains I plan to run before moving to the next stage of construction. This has to be the last time, as I am getting older and want to enjoy this layout running trains and not endlessly trying to fix, tear down, then re-build. Stay tuned!
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Post by josef on Sept 15, 2024 13:13:13 GMT
I think we all been there. Start something then see an error and having to re-do again. I know I have.
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Post by Country Joe on Sept 15, 2024 13:59:30 GMT
I know just what you are saying, Chipset. Sometimes I am in a hurry to get things done and cut corners. Once in a while I get away with it but most of the time it doesn’t work out and ends up taking longer to finish the job. A little extra time spent building it right will pay off in the long run.
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Post by curtis on Sept 15, 2024 19:19:28 GMT
My biggest mistake was rushing.
Ended up with track 1.5 inches (side of track) from wall inside mountain. This is not a problem with large engines EXCEPT ON THE TURN inside the end of the mountain. BAM! some things do go bump in the dark or just stop.! ARGH!
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Post by steveoncattailcreek on Sept 15, 2024 20:21:39 GMT
Ended up with track 1.5 inches (side of track) from wall inside mountain. This is not a problem with large engines EXCEPT ON THE TURN inside the end of the mountain. BAM! some things do go bump in the dark or just stop.! ARGH! Oh, that's nothing that a few sticks of dynamite inside the tunnel can't cure . . .  !
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Post by atsda on Sept 16, 2024 3:17:34 GMT
chipset35, don't get discouraged. Just look forward to the excellent results that you will now achieve. Looking forward to updates. Alfred
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Post by chipset35 on Sept 16, 2024 10:33:38 GMT
Tell you what, its hard work. I took 3 one hour naps after 3 two hour tear down sessions LOL! The back, the neck, the hips, the knees.
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Post by atsda on Sept 17, 2024 3:27:03 GMT
chipset35, the aches are part of the territory; however, all the motion keeps the joints limber and the bones strong. Nothing wrong with naps - spend that time dreaming and planning the layout. Alfred
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Post by redjimmy1955 on Sept 17, 2024 21:27:17 GMT
Hey Chipset...git er' done. I've had to redo parts of my outdoor deck after taking a second or 3rd hard, critical look-see! And that is a good thing you did! Once you're satisfied, you'll know it was worth it. Ya don't build layouts every week, so there is trial an error!!
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