04-11-2009, 03:25 AM
I wanted to model two separate portals, side by side, but they sould show a sort of family resemblance. I decided to build up two connected, look-alike concrete portals with different sizes for SG and NG. And I decided to model the portals with my favorite modeling material: cardboard.
Pics: 1. The two tracks leading away from 'Ronville' - SG (D&RGW) at left, NG (TC&W) at right. First I installed a Masonite contour board along the layout edge.
2. + 3. Thick cardboard (from a commercial box) with the openings, positioned against benchwork blocks. Seen from the outside (2) and rear view (3)
Pics: 1. The two tracks leading away from 'Ronville' - SG (D&RGW) at left, NG (TC&W) at right. First I installed a Masonite contour board along the layout edge.
2. + 3. Thick cardboard (from a commercial box) with the openings, positioned against benchwork blocks. Seen from the outside (2) and rear view (3)
Boss of the Trim Creek & Western RR (H0 & H0n3)
Running through the hard-shell mountains, not around them!
Running through the hard-shell mountains, not around them!