Here is what can be done to the ,ever popular and usually free, Bachmann coaling tower. I moved the staircase , added bracing to base, made handrails (won't do that again), modified coal chute, added cables and rings and weights, and builders in scale tin roofing. A considerable amount of work to make a structure the ACTRR will soon schedule for destruction due to dieselization.
Mike
You are killing me, Mike.
I really like that kit and you did a great job on it. From what you have shared with us in the past, your skills are no longer a surprise. Keep sending the photos, I find them inspirational and encouraging.
OK , enough of the mushy stuff. Now the serious question.
How do I get on the list for some of that 'usually free' stuff????
Moose
Mike, you've done a crappy job, as usual. :)
And I hear you about "won't ever do that again". I have a big list of those.
-mike
Ya, brutal. Keep trying though, one day hard work will pay off...
(I'm off to the basement to kick the layout)
Hi mike,
Everything looks awesome! I would love to see this layout in person. You do beautiful work. Please keep us posted. I also love the back drop. It reminds me of this area I'm living in now. Thanks again for sharing!
Rob
Rob---Roanoke,Virginia: The Norfolk Southern Crossroads Capital!!! , And my well missed home!!
Nice work. Boo hoo on the passage of seam, but at least it gives you a reason for a coaling tower on a diesel road. What kind of track are you using? I am not very good at recognizing track from photos.
Thanks,
Charles
Thanks Guys . Charles it is all code 55 Peco except for the hidden staging , it is Atlas code 80 and Peco 55 turnouts.
Thanks , Mike
Mike,
Your definition of "crappy work" is, apparently at odds with mine! Nice job spiffing up that Bachmann coal pocket. I wouldn't have recognized it without studying it. It would be a shame to raze it so soon! I just retired one of those and I'm now looking at it with renewed interest. The Bangor and Aroostook had a concrete coaling tower at Northern Maine Junction and when steam disappeared from the B&A, they converted it to office space. Now, there's a challenge for you! 
Next time we drive through Las Cruces, I've got to stop and check out that great looking layout.
Mike,
Your definition of "crappy work" is, apparently at odds with mine! Nice job spiffing up that Bachmann coal pocket. I wouldn't have recognized it without studying it. It would be a shame to raze it so soon! I just retired one of those and I'm now looking at it with renewed interest. The Bangor and Aroostook had a concrete coaling tower at Northern Maine Junction and when steam disappeared from the B&A, they converted it to office space. Now, there's a challenge for you!
Next time we drive through Las Cruces, I've got to stop and check out that great looking layout.
Thanks Dick , We would sure like to see all of you guys , if you are passing through Las Cruces.
PS , I have an office space like that!!
Also , Thanks Michael , for the kind words and encouragement.
Robin and I have been sick with the flu for the last four days but on day two I was able to sit up at the bench and transform two Faller (houses under construction) into two buildings for the ghost town that will be where the old mine is in the center loop. The shed os done from cardboard and is about 3/4" tall.
Mike
Thanks Mike. Now I know what to do with the set of houses under construction that I've had collecting dust on a shelf for years. Never gave a thought to using them as "houses falling down".
I have had them lying around for ever also and was just looking at them and thought (if I stucco those and tear off that ugly euro tile roof , just maybe!).
Good Luck Jimmi
"Mind your own business , and you won't be minding mine" HANK WILLIAMS
Mike & Robin at www.fiferhobby.com
I hate to "me-too" it but, they say emulation is the sincerest form of flattery! I've had a pair of those things since the 70'sand have been wondering if there was yet another use for them. Now I know! Weren't there originally three houses in the kit?
I hate to "me-too" it but, they say emulation is the sincerest form of flattery! I've had a pair of those things since the 70'sand have been wondering if there was yet another use for them. Now I know! Weren't there originally three houses in the kit?
Dick you are right there are 3 in the kit and I never thought I would find a use for them!!
Thanks Guys , Mike
Doesn't look too trashy to me. None of the cars are on blocks, and it's missing the TV aerials to ensure they catch their pregnant cousins on Jerry Springer.
Very very sweet work. You guys are an inspiration.
Oh , you just beat me to the punch. Also kids playing and tires on the roofs and fences.
Thanks , Mike
Great work! Very inspiring! Junk makes it all look real- I only wish it took as much care and planning to fill a real life property with junk- then my place would be immaculate.
All you need is a few cases of empties and an old Ford up on blocks.
And an old beat up ghettoblaster playin' the oldies.
Yes, all reasons why I'd want to stay away.
Thanks for the invite, I'll drop in if I ever happen to vacation in the area!
Mike, that is some awesome detail work. There is a lot of activity in that small trailer park. How did you manage the lettering on the picket signs? I use MS Paint for my signage, but that does not allow for the hand-made effect,
Jim , That is the way the Woodland Scenics picketers come in the package.
Mike
Now see.......these are the kinds of things that make you either want to go and model something for the next two days straight just trying to get something that even remotely resembles this level of excellence, or it makes you want to list everything you own on Evilbay and just get another hobby!
Great job on everything!
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