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Post by Adam on Jan 27, 2023 14:35:41 GMT
As mentioned in other threads, I am embarking on a expansion of the Downtown that is part of MESA-East Model Railroad. The MESA-Easr Model Railroad CFO has approved the project and the area has been stripped down for the work.
This area will be 5' by 1.5 (maybe 2) '. The current thought is that it will contain a drive-in theater and a diner. However, this plan may change while I peruse the offerings at the Amherst Show this Sunday (I am as excited as a 10 year old!!).
I will keep this post updated as I go. I haven't had a fun train project in a while, so I cant wait to jump in.
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Post by Country Joe on Jan 27, 2023 15:48:04 GMT
This looks like a fun project, Adam. I will be following along.
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Post by david1 on Jan 27, 2023 17:47:27 GMT
Looks and sounds exciting, can wait to see your progress.
Dave
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Post by atsda on Jan 28, 2023 2:45:21 GMT
Adam, Sounds great, keep us posted as you progress. Alfred
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Post by Adam on Jan 28, 2023 18:13:50 GMT
Progress!
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Post by ptc on Jan 28, 2023 20:31:53 GMT
Fabulous plan Adam. Expansion is very good.
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Post by Adam on Jan 29, 2023 21:18:31 GMT
Photos are still not uploading (our support guy is working on it) so here is a list of what I picked up at Amherst. I’ll post photos when the issue is fixed. Theater, made by Walthers, with neat LED light up marquee sign. This was a great deal as it was used.
Woodland Scenic's Molly's Diner. I love how this diner looks and it fits in perfectly with my theme. And my favorite score is the MTH Operating Sinclair Gas Station with moving car. So cool! I just had to have it. Now to piece the area together and play around with options until I get it just right. |
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Post by curtis on Jan 30, 2023 0:47:34 GMT
Can not wait to see how you apply all the things you bought. I have the Sinclair gas station and love it. SIDE NOTE you can adapt other vehicles to replace the car that comes with it. Helps change it up once in a while.
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Post by Adam on Jan 30, 2023 0:52:15 GMT
Thanks Curtis. I was wondering about that.
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Post by atsda on Jan 30, 2023 5:20:16 GMT
Adam, I like the selection of buildings you have gotten. Have fun putting it all together. Alfred
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Post by Country Joe on Jan 30, 2023 6:03:13 GMT
The buildings sound great, Adam. It will be fun watching this come together.
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Post by Adam on Jan 30, 2023 16:54:44 GMT
Looks like photo uploads are working again. Here is what the new buildings and expansion area looks like right now.
The building siting behind Molly's is just a placeholder. I am working on a 3D printed train platform for that spot.
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Post by atsda on Jan 30, 2023 17:41:59 GMT
Adam, You are working fast. Alfred
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Post by Adam on Jan 30, 2023 19:26:14 GMT
Adam, You are working fast. Alfred It may seem like that but so far I only have the buildings sitting on the plywood. Much more to do. |
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Post by curtis on Jan 30, 2023 20:13:11 GMT
Adam pickup that Sinclair car and you will see a slot. You can modify any vehicle to fit in the same spot and it will operate fine. Fantastic finds. Congratulations!
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