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Thanks for checking in.
-Steve
Adding one of those magnet lifts to the crane should look really nice.
Carl, My collection is nothing compared to some of these guys. I only really purchase what I plan on using on the layout. I'm trying to build all the kits I loved when I first started but never could afford.
This is my first attempt at building a layout, it's fun trying to cram as many cool buildings as I can and make them work within the confines of the space. I'm waiting to see the footprint of The Brass and Iron Foundry kit so I can plan it in.
Bill, The magnet I ordered is 3d printed. I've never seen or used any details made that way, I'll let you know how it works out.
-Steve
-Steve
It's been a while since my last update. I had a major disaster in my workshop, a sewer pipe backed up in the corner of the room. Luckily I had moved this diorama a few days before it happened or it would've been ruined. When I got the room cleaned up I decided to paint and reorganize my workshop a bit.
I've been busy assembling vehicles for the diorama. It's not my favorite modeling activity, I find the white metal vehicles especially challenging.
This was built from a Jordan Mack Stake truck kit. I made the sign using the same methods as the signage on the Quincy barn. The truck was painted with Krylon dark gray primer and Boxcar red from the SW paint set.
I added the magnet to the steam crane. It's my first experience with 3d printed details. They have a bit of a ridged texture. It works ok for this application but I think it wouldn't look great for a barrel, drum or workbench. The casting had a eyelet hook setup which I didn't care for so I cut it off and added 2 crossed chains. I looked at several cranes online and they all had a 4 point cable or chain mount setup.
This tow truck was built from a Wiseman kit. I need to adjust the wire/cable to make it a little tighter.
Thanks for checking in. I still have a few more vehicles I'd like to build and some details I need to add before the diorama is finished.
-Steve
Jerry
Glad the diorama avoided the sewer disaster. Would have been a shame to lose it.
Karl.A
Jim