WGLR, the 2010 re-build.

Had another money saving idea this morning. If you check the new track plan, you will see that a set of storage sidings were included in the far corner of the garden. The original idea was to build a small deck like structure as a baseboard, which may have had to wait depending on how the budget worked out.

But then I looked out of the bedroom window and was thinking about what I was going to do with the 5 2foot square slabs I had left over. Et voila..........



This is very much a quick mock-up, I think I'll be able to make the real thing 4 slabs long (8') rather than 3. The sidings will just sit on the slabs so that they can be moved around and taken up as neccasary. One things for sure, it ain't never gonna go rotten!! And all for free using stuff that's left over .

The ultimate plan is to build some sort of frame or legs for my engine shed diorama so that it fits over the top of the sidings, thus providing storage both for trains and locos.

Are those spare roofing panels I see in the background??????????

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Magic

Tis taking shape nicely , I remember you describing your plans for the garden to me well over 12 months ago, so its great to see the progress. And as a bonus you won't be hit on the head by falling apples!

Alec


Tis taking shape nicely , I remember you describing your plans for the garden to me well over 12 months ago, so its great to see the progress. And as a bonus you won't be hit on the head by falling apples!

Great when a plan comes together mate.

You are not hanging about are you Mel.
All looks very fine and dandy.

Nice to see the progress being made.

No, pull up all the track, put in rows of seats, and convert the shed into a PUNCH & JUDY stall. Then charge all who come to see the show, a couple of quid (it's more than I make at the back of Rackhams (local Birmingham joke)) With the money add a large tramway system!!! Alyn
P.S. its looking good.

themole


No, pull up all the track, put in rows of seats, and convert the shed into a PUNCH & JUDY stall. Then charge all who come to see the show, a couple of quid (it's more than I make at the back of Rackhams (local Birmingham joke)) With the money add a large tramway system!!! Alyn
P.S. its looking good.

Cheers Alyn. It's quite some times since I've been round the back of Rackhams ............ we must catch up again .

Good to see the rapid progress, Mel (and a bit dispiriting, too... )


That viaduct is really nice - looks like it will be a great spot to photograph trains.

The "extension" looks positively huge Mel, compared to what was there before!

The viaduct is stunning, worth every penny methinks.

Sorry, no complaints.

looking good mel!

brianthesnail96


The "extension" looks positively huge Mel, compared to what was there before!

You're not wrong there Matt. Very tempting to fill every last inch with track, but I'm determined to give it that rural narrow gauge feel. At least I can fit in some bigger curves, in fact the temporary loop that I've put in includes an R2 - a first for the WGLR!!!

Thanks for all the encouraging words chaps.

It's all looking very good Mel......
 
but for crying out loud will you slow down, i carn't keep up, with this track laying.....

Looks brilliant Mel That viaduct looks great

Yes, the viaduct looks exactly right.....next installment please

Stainzmeister


Yes, the viaduct looks exactly right.....next installment please

OK Paul, the new bed with the walling complete and all filled in. Flaming hard work in this weather, but getting very close to track laying now.

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Slow down buddy, you'll be melting away.

3Valve


Slow down buddy, you'll be melting away.

Don't fret Gareth - there's plenty of Mel....  

Mel managed to run a couple of trains on Friday though.
 
 
 

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whatlep

3Valve


Slow down buddy, you'll be melting away.

Don't fret Gareth - there's plenty of Mel....  

Talk about a back-handed compliment!!!