Street run

I didn't want to create a new topic for this:

How can I make 'concrete' between the tracks instead of roadbed? Just like at Jack London Square...

Thanks!

So far as the concrete filler goes, as FergusonTE says, plaster should do the trick and while I've not tried it I have to wonder if it would not be possible to place some sort of divider against the inside of the rails to help create the flange clearance?

The problem might be in the removing of it but if you wait till the plaster is almost dry and then pry it out there should be a minimum amount of damage (I'm guessing) which could be easily carved and touched up for finishing. Maybe some sort of "edging" would be in order anyway? Maybe an old piece of rail?

From what I have read, use an old truck to check the clearance and you should be OK!

A lot of those buildings could be built from DPM (Design Preservation Models) kits.  They're modular, so kitbashing is a snap.

As for the concrete between the tracks, maybe this will give you some ideas: http://www.telusplanet.net/public/crowley/ashphalt_roads.htm

A thick cardboard will also work! In the present scenery area I have used thick cardboard between the tracks in parallel grade crossings. It has actually worked pretty well. I used the thick cardboard cut from the boxes used for liquor gift boxes. (My local liquor store just gave me one for the asking). I cut it, sanded it, glued it into place and then painted it. I used a brown paint since I was trying to represent wood.

Since it is part of the current scenery effort there is nothing, as yet, on my web site about this - but there will be!

Glue it thoroughly to avoid any curling along the edges and be prepared to use a sharp hobby knife to trim it as necessary (after completely dry).

They'll play nice together, but sometimes you have to tweak things to get them to line up right since they're not made for each other.

Pam cooking spray works well too.