My choice for this year's challenge is a special kit by Kenny Crump of KC's Workshop. My build will be of Grumpy's Cafe.
It is Kenny's rendition of the Riff Raff Cafe on the F&SM. I believe Kenny still offers this kit upon request only. At least it is still on his site but I think they are SOLD OUT.
https://kcworkshop.com/products/by-request-fsm-tribute-grumpys-cafe-ho-scale
This is not a full kit, by design, as the kit comes with no instructions or casting like roof vents, etc. Footprint is approximately 3.5" X 5.5".
The photos of the kit were copied by me off Kenny's website. I added some brightness and contrast to the photos.
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Between John Siekirk and me, we have close to 3,500 photos from the F&SM. Oddly enough, I couldn't find any of the Riffraff Cafe in any of the photos. I did find a partial shot but I was taking a photo of another structure.
Again, here is a photo I copied and changed from Kenny's photo sheet. This is the F&SM Riffraff Cafe.
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More on this build tomorrow.
Tom, I've been debating to buy this kit for some time.
I'm super keen to see your progress and build of this.
I'm all in, Baby.
That looks like it's going to be a fun kit to build Tom. Consider me onboard for the ride. Do you happen to have a spot in mind for this Gem on the layout?
Sweet! Your going to do a great job as usual..
Looks like a neat kit, Tom.
I looked through my photos but couldn't find anything. I think John has posted all mine, anyway. The one thing I did notice is just how many bar and grills there are on the F&SM! People sure like eating out there!
Cheers, Mark.
I'll be following along as well. Neat looking building.
It's always been so challenging to keep the riff-raff out of this forum and now this ...
LOL ;D LOL ;D
It's odd how I have been to the F&SM several times and made many photos of the layout but I never paid attention to what the structures are called. The only structure I know by name us the Y. B. Fardy (Makers of Gastorex) building Maybe that says more about me than the layout :)
I'm looking forward to this one. Thanks for sharing.
Jaime
I'll be following of course.
Looks like I'll be looking in on another Langford build.....any truth to the rumor about the naming of the cafe? ;)
Looks like a fun build. You know I'm on board for this one. ;)
Quote from: Rusty Robot on January 01, 2021, 06:29:53 PM
Tom, I've been debating to buy this kit for some time.
I'm super keen to see your progress and build of this.
I'm all in, Baby.
Craig,
Thank you for following along. I have several changes in mind which I'll be sharing as the build progresses.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Bruce Oberleitner on January 01, 2021, 07:07:53 PM
That looks like it's going to be a fun kit to build Tom. Consider me onboard for the ride. Do you happen to have a spot in mind for this Gem on the layout?
Cousin Brucie,
Good to see you my friend. I do have a location in mind. I'd show you but it is currently covered with scenery material from the river work.
Thanks for following along.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Raymo on January 01, 2021, 07:08:31 PM
Sweet! Your going to do a great job as usual..
Dan,
Appreciate you checking in on this one. Now you have me under some pressure. No problemo!
Tom ;D
Quote from: mark dalrymple on January 01, 2021, 07:10:41 PM
Looks like a neat kit, Tom.
I looked through my photos but couldn't find anything. I think John has posted all mine, anyway. The one thing I did notice is just how many bar and grills there are on the F&SM! People sure like eating out there!
Cheers, Mark.
Cheers, Mark,
I'm looking forward to this one as I have several changes in mind. I see some issues with George's build I want to correct.
I found a partial photo of Riffraff's but not a very good straight on photo.
This structure isn't even listed on John's Index for the F&SM -
Tom ;D
Quote from: MAP on January 02, 2021, 09:16:31 AM
I'll be following along as well. Neat looking building.
Mark,
Thank you, happy to have you follow on this one.
Tom ;D
Quote from: NEMMRRC on January 02, 2021, 09:20:39 AM
It's always been so challenging to keep the riff-raff out of this forum and now this ...
LOL ;D LOL ;D
It's odd how I have been to the F&SM several times and made many photos of the layout but I never paid attention to what the structures are called. The only structure I know by name us the Y. B. Fardy (Makers of Gastorex) building Maybe that says more about me than the layout :)
I'm looking forward to this one. Thanks for sharing.
Jaime
Jaime,
Ain't it the truth! George has some very clever names on many of his structures. Not as funny as Howard Zane does, but still clever. One Howard has I can share here is a Doctor's Office of Proctology. Dr. name is I. C. Pyles.
Happy to have you in the bleachers.
Tom ;D
Quote from: PRR Modeler on January 02, 2021, 10:14:15 AM
I'll be following of course.
Craig,
Thank you kind sir.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on January 02, 2021, 11:07:00 AM
Looks like I'll be looking in on another Langford build.....any truth to the rumor about the naming of the cafe? ;)
Greg,
Hey, I appreciate you following along. Not sure about the truth but I am claiming this as my, I mean, Grumpy's Cafe!
Tom ;D
Quote from: ReadingBob on January 02, 2021, 11:10:00 AM
Looks like a fun build. You know I'm on board for this one. ;)
Bob,
Thanks and with the changes I have in mind it will be fun for me for sure.
Tom ;D
Here are the obligatory photos of the kits contents.
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The signs are very clear and colorful.
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There is a sign for the Riffraff Cafe if you want to use it. I'm sticking with Grumpy!
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I will follow your effort on this one too
Eric
Nice looking kit. I'll be following with great interest.
--Opa George
Always a pleasure to follow one of your builds.
Jerry
Tom,
Neat looking structure and THANKS for scanning the signs...now I need to hook up the XMAS color printer...
Will follow along !
Tommy
Quote from: EricQuebec on January 02, 2021, 03:48:49 PM
I will follow your effort on this one too
Eric
Eric,
Good to hear from you and thanks for following along. I'm anxious to start this one but I need to finish the FOS Riverbend Church first.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Opa George on January 03, 2021, 07:52:37 AM
Nice looking kit. I'll be following with great interest.
--Opa George
George,
Thank you, happy to have you on the journey.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Jerry on January 03, 2021, 09:51:31 AM
Always a pleasure to follow one of your builds.
Jerry
Jerry,
Thank you for kind and generous compliment on my builds. Happy to have you along.
Tom ;D
Quote from: tom.boyd.125 on January 03, 2021, 12:39:55 PM
Tom,
Neat looking structure and THANKS for scanning the signs...now I need to hook up the XMAS color printer...
Will follow along !
Tommy
Tommy,
Thanks for following along. FYI, the signs are not scanned to HO scale. If you want me to send a set, send me a PM with your address. I always take the kit signs to a local printer and have them scaled to HO. They do it better than I can.
The ones shown above were just taken with the camera, cropped and posted.
Tom ;D
I mentioned I have several changes in mind for this kit. One that some may consider drastic but for me they just make sense.
For the purpose of this post, you can refer to the fuzzy photo below to follow my thinking.
In this photo, it appears the roof is slopped from rear to front. It isn't, it is the angle of the camera shot. The roof is flat. This brings me to another point. This is not a criticism of George's Riffraff Cafe build. It is an honest observation on my part. The rolled roofing on a flat roof doesn't look correct to me. If 90lb. rolled felt paper is used, it would be hot mopped with tar at the seems to prevent water incursion. I pan to have the roof set between the front and two side walls and slopped from front to back. The three walls will also have a wall cap and possible corbels on the front.
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Another change will be the addition of an outside stair case to the second floor.
In the next photo you can see it will go on the right side wall.
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Hey Tom, looking forward to another one of your kit bashes. You always make each kit your own in some way. Jeff
Quote from: nycjeff on January 05, 2021, 06:07:29 PM
Hey Tom, looking forward to another one of your kit bashes. You always make each kit your own in some way. Jeff
Jeff,
Happy to have you follow along. I do like to kit bash the kits to make it one of a kind for my layout. This one will require more of a modification than I originally planned one. But hey, it's all fun huh?
Tom ;D
When I first posted this as my 2021 Challenge, I didn't realize anything was missing. Two weeks ago I got a note from Kenny saying he noticed the concrete base to the structure was missing. He included one in the mail with the note.
Thank you Kenny for the excellent customer service even though I was clueless in Orlando.
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Everyone knows I like to change or kit bash structures I build for the Atlantic and Southern RR.
After studying the kit walls, I realized the kit bash would be more involved than I originally thought.
This kit and the RiffRaff Cafe on the F&SM, has a flat roof that overhangs on all four walls. If one wants a flat roof, then tar and gravel is appropriate and not rolled roofing. Yes, rolled roofing can be used but it will leak sooner than later.
Here is Grumpy's showing the flat roofing.
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More in a few.
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The above photo shows the rear wall of Grumpy's. I believe this will be fine and no modifications will be needed.
However, the two side walls will need to be higher for my kit bash.
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More in a few.
In fact, both side wall and the upper front wall will need modifications.
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I can cut the three new walls from a larger piece of scribed siding. Shown below -
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Or, I can just cut three small wall sections and glue/splice them to the existing wall sections. Decision on this in the next few days.
Good to see that you're getting started.
Hi Tom.....Pegi just looked over my shoulder as I was checking out your progress and saw the name....."how nice, Tom named a building after you" said herself.
Ain't love grand..... ::)
Hey Tom looking forward to this new build of yours. Sounds interesting to say the least!
Jerry
Okay, now that's A+++ customer service when the manufacturer notices you're missing a piece based on your build thread and sends it to you. ;D
Looks like a great little kit that will fit in just fine on the A&S. I'm glad to see you'll have a business named in honor of Greg. ;D
Hey Tom:
Can't wait to see what you do with this one.
Karl
Looks interesting, Tom.
Splicing weatherboard invisibly is pretty easy - Campbell kits do it all the time. Just splice at the lap.
I think if rolled roofing is installed correctly you should get a long life out of it without leaking. I know my old neighbour was one of the architects involved in the design of our town hall and they did a roof check 40 years after installation and found the roof to be still like new. Here in NZ we call it butynol - I assume that's the same stuff.
However - its always nice to make a change.
Cheers, Mark.
Quote from: mark dalrymple on January 29, 2021, 05:21:59 PM
Looks interesting, Tom.
Splicing weatherboard invisibly is pretty easy - Campbell kits do it all the time. Just splice at the lap.
I think if rolled roofing is installed correctly you should get a long life out of it without leaking. I know my old neighbour was one of the architects involved in the design of our town hall and they did a roof check 40 years after installation and found the roof to be still like new. Here in NZ we call it butynol - I assume that's the same stuff.
However - its always nice to make a change.
Cheers, Mark.
I think you'll find that butynol is a roofing membrane product that is glued to form a complete seal. In the US, rolled roofing normally refers to just that. It may be hot tarred or seam heated to get them to adhere to the adjoining piece. There was a time when it was thought that buildings could be kept cooler in the summer months, if water could be ponded on the roof and let evaporate. But it required a impermeable roof covering system to do so. Hence membranes. The down side is that some systems could be peeled off during extremely high winds.
Quote from: PRR Modeler on January 28, 2021, 05:34:03 PM
Good to see that you're getting started.
Curt,
Yepper, I had to finish the church and tug boat. To many projects going at a time.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on January 29, 2021, 08:48:19 AM
Hi Tom.....Pegi just looked over my shoulder as I was checking out your progress and saw the name....."how nice, Tom named a building after you" said herself.
Ain't love grand..... ::)
Greg,
To late! Tell Pegi that I've already "named it and claimed it". 8)
Tom ;D
Quote from: Jerry on January 29, 2021, 09:35:51 AM
Hey Tom looking forward to this new build of yours. Sounds interesting to say the least!
Jerry
Jerry,
Thanks for stopping by. I'm ready to get this one going.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ReadingBob on January 29, 2021, 10:14:00 AM
Okay, now that's A+++ customer service when the manufacturer notices you're missing a piece based on your build thread and sends it to you. ;D
Looks like a great little kit that will fit in just fine on the A&S. I'm glad to see you'll have a business named in honor of Greg. ;D
Bob,
Yes, Kenny was on the spot for sure. Not Greg, ME! He is Mr. Speedy, I'm the Grumpy one.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on January 29, 2021, 04:27:36 PM
Hey Tom:
Can't wait to see what you do with this one.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks, I'm thinking this will be a fun build.
Tom ;D
Quote from: mark dalrymple on January 29, 2021, 05:21:59 PM
Looks interesting, Tom.
Splicing weatherboard invisibly is pretty easy - Campbell kits do it all the time. Just splice at the lap.
I think if rolled roofing is installed correctly you should get a long life out of it without leaking. I know my old neighbour was one of the architects involved in the design of our town hall and they did a roof check 40 years after installation and found the roof to be still like new. Here in NZ we call it butynol - I assume that's the same stuff.
However - its always nice to make a change.
Cheers, Mark.
Mark,
We have plenty of flat roof structures here in Florida. All the flat roofs I've been on have been gravel over tar. Maybe it's just me but a flat rolled roofing doesn't look right. Cheers.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Oldguy on January 29, 2021, 10:10:24 PM
I think you'll find that butynol is a roofing membrane product that is glued to form a complete seal. In the US, rolled roofing normally refers to just that. It may be hot tarred or seam heated to get them to adhere to the adjoining piece. There was a time when it was thought that buildings could be kept cooler in the summer months, if water could be ponded on the roof and let evaporate. But it required a impermeable roof covering system to do so. Hence membranes. The down side is that some systems could be peeled off during extremely high winds.
Bob,
During my LEO days, I've been on my share of roofs. Some had standing water that wasn't draining. Usually these roofs had small bushes or even the start of small trees growing out of the water with the roots reaching through the gravel, tar and down into the sub roof. Standing water on a roof in the South is a NO-NO!
Appreciate the info.
Tom ;D
QuoteUsually these roofs had small bushes or even the start of small trees growing out of the water with the roots reaching through the gravel, tar and down into the sub roof. Standing water on a roof in the South is a NO-NO!
...but the modeling potential...
Cheers, Mark.
Cheers Mark,
Yes, it would be interesting for sure.
Tom ;D
I came up with another option for the upper wall additions. I decided to use a piece of strip wood 1/16 " X 1". It was cut to fit and edge glued to the top of the two side and rear walls.
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I used a metal square to ensure my cut was flush to the wall edge.
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I'm not concerned about any gap between the top of the wall and the strip wood. It will be covered with a trim board which I'll cover later in the build.
More in a few.
I also plan to have an out side stair case leading to the second floor.
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I positioned the door where I wanted it. I then turned the wall over and positioned it as shown below. This was so I could cut the door opening from the rear.
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In one of my other build threads I mentioned I have several door and window plugs I've either cut or saved from other kits.
I marked the location of the door and placed the plug over my mark. I used the metal square again to ensure the plug was aligned properly.
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I then traced the door plug. The extended lines are to let me know where to start and finish the cut. When I use a ruler to cut on line, I can't tell where the other lines are. So, the extended lines give the the correct reference.
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The opening was cut. I used an Emory board to clean up the corners. The door on the second floor now has an opening.
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Not shown here but I then added nail holes as Reaading Bob said, "Cuz I like them." I don't add nail holes to all my kit bashes or scratch builds but I do like the look when weathered.
I used a large sanding board to clean up the kerfs on the wall edges. The laser cuts at a very slight angle and I sand the wall edges smooth to ensure a clean and tight fit on the corner trim.
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Done for now.
As I mentioned in an earlier post, I wanted this roof to slope from front to rear. I made a pencil mark two HO scale inches from the top of the front of the side walls. I drew a line from there to the rear.
I then added the interior wall bracing and cut them at the angle of the pencil line.
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More in a few.
Horizontal bracing was then added as shown below.
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Since the roof card for the un-kit bashed kit was larger than the exterior dimensions of the four walls, I measured and cut a small piece off the side.
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I used a metal square to ensure the roof card was square.
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The walls were taped together with blue painters tape and the roof card added.
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One more for today.
This is the new roof look.
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Great progress so far Tom.
No ponding problems with that slope Tom..... ;)
Joined the crowd of followers. Always love your detail descriptions of a build.
Learning a lot about kit bashing from you.
I've noticed you post two pictures per post. What is the reasoning behind that method?
Bernd
Loving it.
Quote from: PRR Modeler on February 11, 2021, 06:31:18 PM
Great progress so far Tom.
Curt,
Thanks, I'm getting there.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on February 12, 2021, 08:50:37 AM
No ponding problems with that slope Tom..... ;)
Greg,
No indeed. It looks steeper than it actually is. However, I may add a 4X4 to the read wall to lesson the slope just a bit.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Bernd on February 12, 2021, 09:48:48 AM
Joined the crowd of followers. Always love your detail descriptions of a build.
Learning a lot about kit bashing from you.
I've noticed you post two pictures per post. What is the reasoning behind that method?
Bernd
Bernd,
Thank you, much appreciate the compliment. Glad you are getting a few ideas from my threads.
Now, for the BIG question. Yes, and here's why. I'll try not to write a screed here.
On the old forum, we could post up to 6 photos, same as here. For me posting two photos per post is due mainly to habit. When posting 6 photos, there were a few times I hit the wrong key and lost all the post requiring me to start the post over. Thus, I started keeping my thread information short, to the point and posting only two photos.
Also, you'll notice, as mentioned above, my threads are short and to the point I'm trying to show or make.
I find myself loosing interest in a thread when I have to read long paragraphs to see what the modeler is wanting to say about his build.
I want my followers to get a few new ideas from my posts and not get frustrated by me pontificating.
John Siekirk (S&S RR), likes to post larger photos. When he posted using the larger photo format, it took a long time to load on the thread. So, he started to post one larger photo per post.
I guess it comes down to personal preference and in my case it is just easier to move through my thread.
Hope this answers the question.
Tom ;D
Great work on this build Tom!
Tom,
I bought this kit after seeing you start this thread. I've been following along to see how you modified it, especially the roof. Wonderful modeling, as I have come to expect from all your threads. And, lots of food for thought when I start my own build.
Hey Tom:
Coming along nicely. Can't to see the finished product.
Karl
Thanks Tom for the explanation. I have a tendency to post more pictures with less words.
I feel pretty comfortable with the forums format. It's as good if not better than the other one.
As far as pictures go I'm sure you may have noticed I host my own pictures on my website. Much easier than up loading to the forum and using up valuable disk space. I find a 1024 pixel width picture works fine. If I want to do a bigger picture so you can see the details better I use my website to post a larger picture in another tab. I've also learned to use a word processor to write my post. I've lost to many posts the other way.
Bernd
Hello Grumpy, I mean err, Tom. I'm enjoying your build as always. I never fail to learn something new from your threads. Jeff
Quote from: MAP on February 12, 2021, 05:38:58 PM
Great work on this build Tom!
Mark,
Thank you, good to see you. I appreciate the compliment.
Tom ;D
Quote from: jerryrbeach on February 12, 2021, 10:19:01 PM
Tom,
I bought this kit after seeing you start this thread. I've been following along to see how you modified it, especially the roof. Wonderful modeling, as I have come to expect from all your threads. And, lots of food for thought when I start my own build.
Jerry,
This is a very nice kit. Hopefully you can follow what I'm doing. I have more to share later this evening on the kit so stay tuned.
Oh, thank you very much for the kind and generous compliment.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on February 13, 2021, 09:34:04 AM
Hey Tom:
Coming along nicely. Can't to see the finished product.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks very much. I can't wait either as I have another one to start. A mystery to share later.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Bernd on February 13, 2021, 01:27:13 PM
Thanks Tom for the explanation. I have a tendency to post more pictures with less words.
I feel pretty comfortable with the forums format. It's as good if not better than the other one.
As far as pictures go I'm sure you may have noticed I host my own pictures on my website. Much easier than up loading to the forum and using up valuable disk space. I find a 1024 pixel width picture works fine. If I want to do a bigger picture so you can see the details better I use my website to post a larger picture in another tab. I've also learned to use a word processor to write my post. I've lost to many posts the other way.
Bernd
Bernd,
No problem and I was happy to explain. On the old forum I used the 1024 pixel format for my photos. Here, I use 750 as that seems to be large enough to show what I'm doing.
Tom ;D
Quote from: nycjeff on February 13, 2021, 06:30:29 PM
Hello Grumpy, I mean err, Tom. I'm enjoying your build as always. I never fail to learn something new from your threads. Jeff
Jeff,
Grumpy will do as my wife often says, "Why are you so grumpy?" I respond, I'm grumpy cause I'm old and can be grumpy. :-X
Thank you for the nice support on the thread. Glad you are getting something from my builds.
Tom ;D
Okay, I'm a little behind on this one so I'll get caught up tonight.
The building front has seven pillars.
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I used a #17 Xacto to remove them from the carrier piece. The small tabs are delicate so take your time. I failed to do so and broke a couple.
From the photo below, looks like I broke four. The small white spots are missing a broken piece. These won't show after painting and will explain later.
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More in a few.
Here is a side view of one of the pillars. The top has a larger section than the bottom. Be sure you know the difference.
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Back in a few. The Babe needs me and I need a Diet Pepsi. :P
Here are the four pieces that go in the front. The two door pieces and above the door windows.
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The two door pieces are "peel and stick" and one fits over the other as shown below.
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I studied the door and door opening and determined that you can cut off the sides of the top piece to make it fit flush. You can also make this a screen door.
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If desired, you can remove the side where you see the small laser burn cut at the top of the door. I did experiment and it really doesn't look bad fit flush with the wall section. Shown below.
NOTE: If you use a screen door, be very careful when removing the sides. I pulled the door apart at the door knob and will need to glue it back in place.
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The small window piece fits here, at the top. Yes, it is crooked but not yet glued.
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I glued the seven pillars to the front top wall piece and let dry over night. I used some long weights to hold them until the glue dried.
Here is a view of the top piece with pillars and the bottom piece.
NOTE: The seven pillars are glued at the bottom of the front wall and flush with the bottom.
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More in a few.
The next photo shows the top and bottom walls placed together. They are not glued at this time. I need to paint the two wall sections separately first.
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And, here is the store front wall under the front top wall section.
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Done for this evening.
Tom,
Not sure if you mentioned it earlier, but this kit lacks instructions. It is a "bare bones" offering from Ken and he is very clear about the lack of an instruction sheet. Why do I make a point of this? Easy, your clear explanation and photos will make assembling this kit a breeze for me. I won't have to sit and compare the pieces and try to figure out where they belong. Thanks for paving the way so to speak, and making my build so much faster and easier. ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: jerryrbeach on February 14, 2021, 07:14:35 PM
Tom,
Not sure if you mentioned it earlier, but this kit lacks instructions. It is a "bare bones" offering from Ken and he is very clear about the lack of an instruction sheet. Why do I make a point of this? Easy, your clear explanation and photos will make assembling this kit a breeze for me. I won't have to sit and compare the pieces and try to figure out where they belong. Thanks for paving the way so to speak, and making my build so much faster and easier. ;D ;D ;D
Jerry,Thank you for stopping by. I appreciate you following along on this one.Yes, I did mention in the first part of the thread that Kenny was clear "No Instructions" were included. I'm happy to pave the way on this kit. I usually don't follow all instructions when kit bashing but this one is pretty much standard.Tom ;D
Tom...
This is a great build.
Thanx
Bob
A thought about finishing this: The posts, in particular, on a Victorian building like this were built up from pieces of cast ironwork. You could take advantage of that, using a semi-gloss paint or even adding metal or rust if you're after a 'well used' look. A semi-gloss paint on the posts would contrast nicely with flat paint on the wood parts.
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/4d/80/ad/4d80ad3770a110f645d6c53ddc3cd122.jpg)
dave
Quote from: bparrish on February 15, 2021, 01:50:06 PM
Tom...
This is a great build.
Thanx
Bob
Bob,
Thank you, much appreciated. I'll see you Wednesday evening.
Tom ;D
Quote from: deemery on February 15, 2021, 02:47:49 PM
A thought about finishing this: The posts, in particular, on a Victorian building like this were built up from pieces of cast ironwork. You could take advantage of that, using a semi-gloss paint or even adding metal or rust if you're after a 'well used' look. A semi-gloss paint on the posts would contrast nicely with flat paint on the wood parts.
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/4d/80/ad/4d80ad3770a110f645d6c53ddc3cd122.jpg)
dave
Dave,
What a great photo. I've saved it to my misc. building photos file. "Confessoes" is Portuguese, femine noun for confections. English translation is clothing. I wonder if it was a pastry/candy shop or ready to wear clothing store.
Yes, you have a point. However, this looks like some very fancy woodwork to me. You can see the rot at the bottom. My pillars are very plain on this kit and will be weathered accordingly.
By the way, the color of the front in your photo is very similar to what I've chosen.
Thanks for the info.
Tom ;D
Hey Dave:
Great pic of an old building.
Karl
Work on the front of Grumpy's continues.
In the photo below the front bottom and front top are temporarily aligned. It appears the two wall sections are flush.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192203.jpeg)
However, when I push down on the top of the lower wall, you can see it isn't flush at all.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192226.jpeg)
These two sections of the front wall need to be flush. Bracing from the rear won't solve this problem.
More in a few.
Here is how I solved the problem.
I measured the difference in height and it is 1/32 inch. I went to the scrap strip wood stash and found a piece that was 1/32" thick. I then cut it to length. I then measured the height required which was 1/4 inch. I shaved a little off the top to get it 1/4".
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192240.jpeg)
When this strip was added to the top of the pillars, the two wall sections were then flush.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192251.jpeg)
The Grumpy's Cafe signage goes here so it needs to be flush. There you have it. Besides, it looks more architecturally correct.
Back in a few, Diet Pepsi time.
This morning I stained the walls with a light application of Hunterline Light Gray A&I.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192303.jpeg)
I have a little story to tell here. I'll try not to make it a screed.
A few years ago I purchased from Sam Flax three glass jars. I use these to hold the Hunterline A&I stains.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192315.jpeg)
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Two weeks ago I went to Flax to purchase more glass jars. They no longer carry the glass but have plenty of thin plastic jars.
I asked for help and the girl said they never carried glass jars. I asked to speak to the manager or the person in purchasing. Not sure which one showed up but she also said Sam Flax never carried glass jars. I said thank you for your help and left.
Yepper, I went straight home and got me little glass jar with the Flax price sticker still on the GLASS JAR.
With the evidence in hand, I returned and asked to speak to the person who told me they never carried glass jars.
I proudly lifted the glass jar so she could see the Flax sticker. Her, comment was, "Oh!"
All of a sudden they remembered possibility carrying the glass jars. I said, "There is no possibility, here is the evidence in real life."
And she remembered then where she got them. They were ordered from Uline.
https://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-14488P/Jars/Wide-Mouth-Glass-Jars-4-oz-Plastic-Lid?keywords=S-14488P+Wide-Mouth+Glass+Jars+-+4+oz%2c+Plastic+Lid (https://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-14488P/Jars/Wide-Mouth-Glass-Jars-4-oz-Plastic-Lid?keywords=S-14488P+Wide-Mouth+Glass+Jars+-+4+oz%2c+Plastic+Lid)
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I like these little 4oz jars as they don't leak and you can dip windows, doors and other smaller parts in the A&I. Much easier than trying to fit on in the top of the Hunterline bottle. The jars come with a metal or plastic cap. I got the plastic as it has a seal on cap to prevent leaks.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192326.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192337.jpeg)
Just one more part to this story.
I paid $1.99 for one jar. I ordered more form Uline for .75 cents each. The only problem is that I had to order 24 glass jars.
Looks like I'll be giving a few away.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170221192349.jpeg)
Tom
Your build is coming along great. The glass jars look very useful. I'm currently using baby food jars (from the Grandkids) but the lids don't fit as tight as I would like.
Love the glass jar story. ;D
The storefront is going to look great (as will the rest of the structure I'm sure). ;)
Great looking progress Tom.
Siding looks good Tom.....great work with Flax, that might make up a little for screwing up Pegi's Xmas gift. >:(
Hey Tom:
The walls look great and the jars look like a great idea.
Karl
Quote from: S&S RR on February 17, 2021, 09:43:56 PM
Tom
Your build is coming along great. The glass jars look very useful. I'm currently using baby food jars (from the Grandkids) but the lids don't fit as tight as I would like.
John,
Thank you for the kind support. These glass jars are perfect and seal tight. Baby jars don't hold the seal after they are opened.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ReadingBob on February 18, 2021, 06:45:52 AM
Love the glass jar story. ;D
The storefront is going to look great (as will the rest of the structure I'm sure). ;)
Bob,
Thank you, much appreciate the compliment. I'm very excited about the store front. Stay tuned later this afternoon.
Tom ;D
Quote from: PRR Modeler on February 18, 2021, 07:57:36 AM
Great looking progress Tom.
Curt,
Thank you. Hope all is going well with your mom.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on February 18, 2021, 09:14:29 AM
Siding looks good Tom.....great work with Flax, that might make up a little for screwing up Pegi's Xmas gift. >:(
Greg,
Thank you also. Yea, I got Flax on this one. You just shouldn't lie to the PO PO.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on February 18, 2021, 11:07:49 AM
Hey Tom:
The walls look great and the jars look like a great idea.
Karl
Karl,
Thank you good sir. Yes, the jars work very well for what I needed.
Tom ;D
Wow, hard to believe two weeks have passed since my last post. Been busy on lots of stuff.
I decided on the two colors for Grumpy's . I'm going with Floquil GN Gray Green for the front and G. W. Cream for the main walls.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163618.jpeg)
Back in a few, Diet Pepsi is needed. ???
That's similar to my railroad's standard color combination (German Army Field Grey, Yellow Oxide), so "good choice!" ;D
dave
I sprayed the front back wall with the G.W. Cream and let dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163628.jpeg)
I then sprayed the GN Gray Green on the front portion with the pillars. It was set aside to cure and dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163638.jpeg)
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Quote from: deemery on February 28, 2021, 04:57:07 PM
That's similar to my railroad's standard color combination (German Army Field Grey, Yellow Oxide), so "good choice!" ;D
dave
Dave,
Thanks, I like the color combination for this one. Your engine house looks great as well.
Tom ;D
Here is a look at the two front walls together.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163649.jpeg)
Well, back in about an hour. Pam is ringing the dinner bell loud and clear. :P
Tom ;D
Tom, That front store front is Beautiful. Dennis
Dennis,
Thank you very much. You ain't seen nuttin' yet. :-X
Tom ;D
Prior to the walls being glued together, I'll need to paint the front of the corner trim the GN Grey Green. On both sides of the front wall that is.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163721.jpeg)
I waited to add the store front header after the corner trim was added. This needs to be flush with the outside of the side walls.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163737.jpeg)
More in a few.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163758.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163747.jpeg)
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I put the three front doors together and sanded the sides as shown below. After painting, the thickness of the paint and the swelling of the parts made them wider than the opening.
I used a heavy duty sanding board to sand the edges.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163815.jpeg)
If your sanding is true the doors should stand on edge. :P
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163826.jpeg)
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I know I said to sand the edges due to the paint but you need to very lightly touch up the edges now. If not, the beige color will show on the sides of the doors when installed.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163839.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163851.jpeg)
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Now for the fun part.
I had a friend, now deceased, who was a photographer/lighting expert for Disney World. His name was Ross Goodenough. Yes, that was his real name! He was the main man who made the decision how to light a Disney scene.
His gave me a color wheel of colors. There are over 137 colors in this pad. The colors represented all had a filter of that color that fit over the lights in the displays.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163902.jpeg)
I'm going to fast forward here a bit and just say the colored Mylar/Actetate samples make great stained glass.
Many stores had stained transom windows above the entry doors. At least they did as I remember growing up in the South. Grumpy's is no different.
I cut the colored acetate to fit the small (very small) transom windows.
The red and blue will be on the barber shop.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163913.jpeg)
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As they say, this is worth a thousand words!
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163927.jpeg)
Here is how the front looks with the transom glass and exterior door.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-280221163938.jpeg)
Done for tonight.
I love the stained glass transoms over the doors. ;D What a neat addition.
Quote from: ReadingBob on March 01, 2021, 07:03:43 AM
I love the stained glass transoms over the doors. ;D What a neat addition.
I agree with Bob 100%. Great idea and really nice looking.
Jerry
Love the transoms Tom and a wonderful idea !!
Great build this far (as always) and I will be following along with your progress...
All the best,
--Paul
Hey Tom:
The entrance looks just great.
Karl
As always Tom, Awesome work!
;D ;D 8)
Very neat idea.
I may just have to borrow that myself ;)
Great work so far, Sir.
Nice looking build Tom
Doug
Quote from: ReadingBob on March 01, 2021, 07:03:43 AM
I love the stained glass transoms over the doors. ;D What a neat addition.
Bob,
Thank you for stopping by and posting a comment. That's a perfect store front for stained glass transoms windows.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Jerry on March 01, 2021, 08:03:36 AM
Quote from: ReadingBob on March 01, 2021, 07:03:43 AM
I love the stained glass transoms over the doors. ;D What a neat addition.
I agree with Bob 100%. Great idea and really nice looking.
Jerry
Jerry,
Thank you for the support on the stained glass idea. I think they did turn out just right.
Tom ;D
Quote from: PaulS on March 01, 2021, 08:20:24 AM
Love the transoms Tom and a wonderful idea !!
Great build this far (as always) and I will be following along with your progress...
All the best,
--Paul
Paul,
Good to see you and thank you for the kind compliment. Always happy to have you on the journey.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on March 01, 2021, 05:23:21 PM
Hey Tom:
The entrance looks just great.
Karl
Karl,
Thank you my friend, much appreciate the support on the build.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Bruce Oberleitner on March 01, 2021, 10:35:33 PM
As always Tom, Awesome work!
;D ;D 8)
Cousin Brucie,
As always, I appreciate you comments and compliment.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Rusty Robot on March 02, 2021, 08:00:49 AM
Very neat idea.
I may just have to borrow that myself ;)
Great work so far, Sir.
Craig,
Thank you! Sharing ideas and getting ideas on this forum is wonderful. I love this place.
Tom ;D
Quote from: NKP768 on March 02, 2021, 04:01:18 PM
Nice looking build Tom
Doug
Doug,
Thank you, much appreciated.
Tom ;D
Hey Tom:
You are quite welcome. Always enjoy your builds.
Karl
Great looking storefront Tom..... 8)
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 03, 2021, 08:27:23 AM
Great looking storefront Tom..... 8)
Greg,
Thank you. Appreciate the feedback.
Tom ;D
I painted the four walls with Floquil G.W. Cream. I thinned the paint with thinner to a 70% thinner and 30% cream. Basically this went on as a wash. While the paint was still wet on the walls, I then pressed them down onto a clean white paper towel. This gave me the look in the two photos below.
This is the first step in weathering the walls.
It appears the wall in the first photo is a darker cream than the wall in the second photo. The angle of the photo and light on the wall looks different. The walls are in fact the same color.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-030321171451.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-030321171502.jpeg)
Also, I was going to paint the windows to match the store front but nixed that idea. I thought it would not be a good fit for the eye. I'll either go with weathered Cream or White weathered to match the walls. After all, the windows weather at the same rate as the walls.
Of the 3,000+ photos I have of the F&SM, this is the only photo I have of the Riffraff Cafe.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-030321214347.jpeg)
Hey Tom:
It's looking just great. The finished entrance is just beautiful.
Karl
Quote from: postalkarl on March 04, 2021, 03:02:07 AM
Hey Tom:
It's looking just great. The finished entrance is just beautiful.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks my friend, much appreciated.
Tom ;D
I'm very late in posting updates but honestly I've been very very busy. I have about 15 things going from 1:1 stuff, modeling, husband duties and just generally being a Grumpy Old Man.
The Babe recently gave me this sign for the train shed. Either I'm to slow or she couldn't find a Grumpy Old Man sign.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175913.jpeg)
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Detailing and weathering the walls was something I've been putting off. Many years ago I started to remove some boards from walls and replacing the boards with new 1X4s. This time I tried something different.
I used a new #11 blade and removed a short section of siding. I then turned it over and glued it back into the wall as shown in the two photos below.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175025.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175034.jpeg)
More in a few.
In the center of the rear wall there is a small alcove with three walls. For those of you reading this thread and have the kit, you may want to pay attention to this next little bit of information.
I always test fit stuff like wall additions and sub walls. I fit the three alcove walls together and placed them on the center of the rear wall where they go.
NOTE: Don't glue the three wall pieces together, not yet anyway.
When I test fit the three alcove walls together and placed them on the opening, the sub assembly didn't fit. If you glue them together then they never will fit properly.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175045.jpeg)
I got them to fit by not tightly pressing them together as shown below. These walls are a tight fit so you can make the adjustment as the flue dries. So again, be sure they fit prior to gluing the together or in place.
You can see in the following photo that the two side walls are not pressed up against the back wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175056.jpeg)
More in a few.
Also included in the kit are three peel and stick pieces the go on the three alcove walls. I'm not using them on my build but in the next photo you can see I have them painted the front wall color. I could have painted them the cream color but then it would make for a bigger problem in the alcove walls not fitting properly.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175217.jpeg)
Kenny includes in the kit a base for the structure. I don't plan on using it so the rear alcove needs a slab of concrete.
I took a scrap piece of strip wood, turn it over and made a test fit.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175127.jpeg)
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In the next photo you can see I cut it to fit the opening. I cut it large enough so the entire alcove wall sub assembly fits on the slab.
Prior to gluing it in place, I used a flat sanding stick and beveled the front edge and then painted it with Floquil Concrete. When dry it was glued in place.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175205.jpeg)
I was going to leave the rear wall as it is in the above photo. However, I decided to stain and paint some scrap 4X4 wood and cut it to fit the door opening as shown below.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321175228.jpeg)
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Exrta photos -
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321183928.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321183945.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090321183916.jpeg)
TOM, I love the way that building is coming out.Dennis
Really looks great Tom! It will be fun to see where your going to put this bad boy on the layout.
;D ;D :o
Hey Tom:
Looks just great so far. The back wall came out great.
Karl
Looks good Tom
Doug
Tom, I love the weathering job!!!
Coming together nicely Tom.....RiffRaff Cafe sounds like a great meeting place for the SBG. ;D
Oh.....but then, so does Grumpy's Cafe...... ::)
Quote from: Dennis Bourey on March 09, 2021, 08:35:00 PM
TOM, I love the way that building is coming out.Dennis
Dennis,
Thank you, much appreciate you following along on the adventure.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Bruce Oberleitner on March 16, 2021, 07:43:05 PM
Really looks great Tom! It will be fun to see where your going to put this bad boy on the layout.
;D ;D :o
Cousin Brucie,
Thank you for the kind words of support on the build. I have the spot of real estate staked off and will show it later. Talk to you later this evening.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on March 17, 2021, 05:05:35 AM
Hey Tom:
Looks just great so far. The back wall came out great.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks very much my friend. I'm pleased with the look as well.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Dennis Bourey on March 17, 2021, 07:53:33 AM
Tom, I love the weathering job!!!
Dennis,
It came out better than expected. I'm happy with it. Thank you.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 17, 2021, 08:25:39 AM
Oh.....but then, so does Grumpy's Cafe...... ::)
Greg,
The SBG may not meet at Grumpy's Cafe, but we do meet at Grumpy's Place. 8) Just saying.
Tom ;D
The four walls were weathered to the point I felt comfortable enough in gluing the two front walls together.
First, I stained some scale 2X8s and painted them the wall color. This was added as a trim piece at the top of the front and two side walls.
If you decided to do this on your model, be sure you leave plenty of trim on the sides of the front wall. This will fit over the trim boards on each side wall. After the walls are glued then the trim can be trimmed.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180030.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180042.jpeg)
Back in a few. I find myself in need of a very cold Diet Pepsi.
Referring back to the photo below, you can see how I extended the wall bracing down past the upper wall. This is to give me a little gluing area for the lower front wall section. Also, I only extended them long enough so they didn't show in the windows of the lower front wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180030.jpeg)
I applied glue to these extended braces and then married the two front walls.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180057.jpeg)
More in a few.
Here is how it looks with the extended bracing from the upper wall section.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180110.jpeg)
I then added extra bracing to the lower wall and extended it to just below the windows on the upper front wall section. This bracing method is required if you want a strong front wall. Due the the placement of the large store windows, this was the only way to add the bracing.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180122.jpeg)
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I'll spare everyone the boring facts of making the deck for the second story. This will be added to the upper door I added on the right side wall.
I chanced making the platform by using the lines on my cutting mat. To my surprise I got it square and it is probably level as well. :P
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180135.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180145.jpeg)
You can see I also had a boo boo and cut one of the deck/platform pieces to short. I used one of the braces to make the easy repair. This error won't be seen by any visitors once on the layout.
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At the Scranton Expo, I got the small green plastic square form Hal Reynolds. It was a freebie give away. Hal owns Atlantic Scale Models.
https://atlanticscalemodelers.com/index.html
The deck is square.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180200.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180211.jpeg)
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Here is how and where the upper deck will attached to the wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180222.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180233.jpeg)
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I randomly added some Hunterline Medium Brown A&I stain to the top of the deck. Once dry, I used the rough side of an Emory board and lightened the deck stain to represent a more weathered/worn look.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180245.jpeg)
I then used an Xacto #11 blade and cut a few boards, nailed holes were then punched into either side of the cuts.
After adding the nail holes, I used a OOO Floquil paint brush to add stain to the nail holes.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-170321180259.jpeg)
Done for this fine night.
Might fine work, Tom. Really liking this.
Tom,
First, this thread is going to be such a blessing when I work on this structure. Beyond that, your modeling of the deck complete with knotholes is really raising the bar! Thanks for taking the time to document your build.
Great work!
Hey Tom:
Looking just great. Keep up the good work.
Karl
Quote from: ACL1504 on March 17, 2021, 05:59:46 PM
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 17, 2021, 08:25:39 AM
Oh.....but then, so does Grumpy's Cafe...... ::)
Greg,
The SBG may not meet at Grumpy's Cafe, but we do meet at Grumpy's Place. 8) Just saying.
Tom ;D
Works for me..... ;)
Quote from: Keep it Rusty on March 17, 2021, 07:24:21 PM
Might fine work, Tom. Really liking this.
Craig,
Thanks very much. I appreciate the compliment.
Tom ;D
Quote from: jerryrbeach on March 17, 2021, 07:59:35 PM
Tom,
First, this thread is going to be such a blessing when I work on this structure. Beyond that, your modeling of the deck complete with knotholes is really raising the bar! Thanks for taking the time to document your build.
Jerry,
Very happy to learn you are getting some tips for your build. I have other details to add to the deck, stay tuned. Thank you for the compliment as well
Tom ;D
Quote from: Rail and Tie on March 17, 2021, 09:25:48 PM
Great work!
Darryl,
Thank you and I appreciate the "thumbs up".
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on March 18, 2021, 03:14:25 AM
Hey Tom:
Looking just great. Keep up the good work.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks my friend, I hope to do so.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 18, 2021, 09:24:49 AM
Quote from: ACL1504 on March 17, 2021, 05:59:46 PM
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 17, 2021, 08:25:39 AM
Oh.....but then, so does Grumpy's Cafe...... ::)
Greg,
The SBG may not meet at Grumpy's Cafe, but we do meet at Grumpy's Place. 8) Just saying.
Tom ;D
Works for me..... ;)
8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)
I didn't get much done on Grumpy's today. I plan to build an open air roof over the second story deck. In the next photo you can see I glued a scale 2X8 above the door. This will be where the 2X8 rafters will be attached to the wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321190304.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321184801.jpeg)
I then glued a 2X8 below the door where the wall portion of the deck will be attached. I also glued two vertical 4X4's on the right.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321190315.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321184813.jpeg)
More in a few.
Here is how the deck will fit once all the other supports are in place.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321190326.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321190340.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321184831.jpeg)
In the photo above, I didn't like how the narrow portion of the deck looked. I decided I needed to add one more 2X8 to the narrow portion.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321184848.jpeg)
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The next photo shows the added 2X8. This looks better to me.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321190351.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321184900.jpeg)
This is the location of the stair stringer and how it fits to the deck. It is not glued to the wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321190402.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190321184911.jpeg)
Done for tonight.
Hey Tom:
You are quite welcome.
Karl S
Tom, might just be my end, but your new pictures aren't loading
I'm not getting them, either. :(
Jeff
Hey Tom:
Thanks buddy and that cat knows what he's talking about.
Karl S.
No photos here either..... ???
Quote from: Keep it Rusty on March 19, 2021, 08:31:30 PM
Tom, might just be my end, but your new pictures aren't loading
Craig,
They were there and then gone. Lost in Cyber Space I guess. Anyway, they have all be reloaded.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Zephyrus52246 on March 19, 2021, 08:49:32 PM
I'm not getting them, either. :(
Jeff
Dr. Jeff,
Photos were all reloaded.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on March 20, 2021, 03:21:03 AM
Hey Tom:
Thanks buddy and that cat knows what he's talking about.
Karl S.
Karl,
I thanked the cat for the thumbs up.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 20, 2021, 09:44:52 AM
No photos here either..... ???
Greg,
Look again my friend. 8)
Tom ;D
Yep, the photos are there now. Nice work on the build so far.
Jeff
Quote from: ACL1504 on March 20, 2021, 01:02:37 PM
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 20, 2021, 09:44:52 AM
No photos here either..... ???
Greg,
Look again my friend. 8)
Tom ;D
Got it.....great job on the deck Tom.....looks terrific. 8)
A structure as this would look great with interiors and lights. However, the planned location and more structure details are a cause for concern. Concern in that it will probably not be lighted or have interiors. I'll explain as I finish the build.
In an attempt to decide on lighting and interior I glued the front and right side walls together.
I made doubly sure it was square as the glue dried.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230321165937.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230321165952.jpeg)
Back in a few.
I left the walls clamped over night.
I found some barber stuff and tried to see if it would work on the right store front. Looks okay her, however, all is not what it appears.
This photo was taken on the work bench.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230321170003.jpeg)
The planned location of Grumpy's is on the east side of the Tahope Main Street and across from another structure as shown below. In the photo below, Grumpy's is set off the road on the right as the stairs and second floor deck are yet to be attached.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230321170016.jpeg)
Continued -
This is a good view but again, not what it appears to be.
Two issues come into play here.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230321170033.jpeg)
!. Grumpy's center store front will have an awning, partially blocking the view of the store on the right, the barber shop.
2. When the upper level is added, it will be more difficult to see the complete store front from anywhere close to street level.
I'm pretty sure this just answered the question to light and have interior or not. So, no lighting or interior. Instead, I'll concentrate on the exterior details.
Hey Tom:
Looking just great buddy:
Karl
You're right about the location and the interior Tom.....difficult to see at that angle. I'd sure hate to be in that chair getting a shave when a loco rumbles down Main Street on the way to the roundhouse. ;)
Hey Tom,
Love where this is going.
For the angle issue, would turning the chair 180 degrees let us see more? Barbers always turn me from the mirror to do their magic.
Quote from: Keep it Rusty on March 24, 2021, 10:11:26 AM
For the angle issue, would turning the chair 180 degrees let us see more? Barbers always turn me from the mirror to do their magic.
Or to hide there mistakes!!!! :)
Jerry
Tom great job on this.
Jerry
Quote from: Jerry on March 24, 2021, 10:51:34 AM
Quote from: Keep it Rusty on March 24, 2021, 10:11:26 AM
For the angle issue, would turning the chair 180 degrees let us see more? Barbers always turn me from the mirror to do their magic.
Or to hide there mistakes!!!! :)
Ahhh, I wondered why he turned me so quickly.
Jerry
Quote from: postalkarl on March 23, 2021, 06:21:38 PM
Hey Tom:
Looking just great buddy:
Karl
Karl,
Much appreciated my friend, thank you.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 24, 2021, 08:37:02 AM
You're right about the location and the interior Tom.....difficult to see at that angle. I'd sure hate to be in that chair getting a shave when a loco rumbles down Main Street on the way to the roundhouse. ;)
Greg,
Yea, I'm going to save the interior for another build. I will add the barber pole to the outside. Might be a bit "tricksie" with a straight razor shave
as the freight rumbles down Main Street.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Keep it Rusty on March 24, 2021, 10:11:26 AM
Hey Tom,
Love where this is going.
For the angle issue, would turning the chair 180 degrees let us see more? Barbers always turn me from the mirror to do their magic.
Craig,
Thank you, it has been a fun build to date. I don't think the angle of the chair really helps any for viewing. My barber only turns me to the mirror so I can see the final look of the cut.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Jerry on March 24, 2021, 10:51:56 AM
Tom great job on this.
Jerry
Jerry,
Thank you, I still have much more to do. Update later this evening.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ACL1504 on March 25, 2021, 02:47:59 PM
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 24, 2021, 08:37:02 AM
You're right about the location and the interior Tom.....difficult to see at that angle. I'd sure hate to be in that chair getting a shave when a loco rumbles down Main Street on the way to the roundhouse. ;)
Greg,
Yea, I'm going to save the interior for another build. I will add the barber pole to the outside. Might be a bit "tricksie" with a straight razor shave as the freight rumbles down Main Street.
Tom ;D
Ouch..... ::)
I wanted to add a little more detail to the deck so I turned my attention to the deck posts. These are usually 4X4 posts and I didn't want to just glue them flush to the top of the deck.
I decided to use HO scale 2X4s and glue them together. I cut three 8.5 HO scale inches long and three 7.5 inches long.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230321165913.jpeg)
I then glued the two together as shown below. The 1 inch difference is the height of the deck plus the top boards.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230321165925.jpeg)
More in a few.
I made two more for the side posts at the height of the railings at 4 HO scale feet and three feet. These were also glued together. I cut one 4X4 to a length of 4 ft.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321145359.jpeg)
When dry, I glued all of them to the deck. I used a square and weight to keep them vertical as the glue dried.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321145409.jpeg)
Continued -
One was just slightly off so I left it as the building is old and the deck post has shifted just a bit.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321145422.jpeg)
Again, when all were dry, I glued a 2X8 header to the top of the three posts.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321145435.jpeg)
Continued -
The header is level but my small level wouldn't stay on top so I held it.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321145449.jpeg)
The 2X4 that runs down the edge of the deck needed to be secured other than just the glue. ???
So I went to my nut and bolt stash and found some the size I needed.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321145501.jpeg)
Continued - Diet Pepsi time, back in a few more.
I painted the five N&B castings with Floquil Rust and let dry over night.
I used a #64 bit in the pin vise and drilled holes in the three long and two short posts.
I then glued the N&B casting in the five holes.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321175758.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321175917.jpeg)
This is a far as I'll go with the deck until I get it glued to the building.
Continued -
Sometime during all the post gluing, I glued the remaining walls together.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321180005.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321180021.jpeg)
Much more details will be added to the structure later in the build.
Continued -
As I move from detail to detail, I'll touch the ends of the exposed strip wood to match the correct color.
Yes, the structure is square.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250321180033.jpeg)
That's all for now folks.
Hey Tom:
Looking just great. Can't wait for more.
Karl
Perfectly square.....but is it level. ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on March 26, 2021, 01:18:38 AM
Hey Tom:
Looking just great. Can't wait for more.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks very much. I'll be back on this one very soon.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on March 26, 2021, 08:49:40 AM
Perfectly square.....but is it level. ;D
Greg,
Yes, of course.
Tom ;D
Hard to believe I haven't worked on this or posted any updates since the end of March.
I have the workbench cleaned off and this kit is back on the list to complete.
Update in a few days.
Tom ;D
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-250821142524.jpeg)
You need to wrap this one up soon. The 2022 Build Challenge will be here before you know if! :o
Better late than never.
Quote from: ReadingBob on August 25, 2021, 02:35:27 PM
You need to wrap this one up soon. The 2022 Build Challenge will be here before you know if! :o
Bob, I agree, it got put on the back burner while I did the south end of Tahope. Although I missed Raymo's deadline, I can still finished it by the end of the year. I hope! :P Tom ;D
Quote from: PRR Modeler on August 25, 2021, 03:14:12 PM
Better late than never.
Curt,Yepper, true that. Can't remember the last time I missed a deadline.Tom ;D
Tom, I checked out this build thread earlier today. I like the changes you've done to the roof, can't wait to see it finished.
You're doing better than me.....I still haven't gotten back to the bench to complete Ezra Cooper's. :(
Quote from: Raymo on August 25, 2021, 09:05:57 PM
Tom, I checked out this build thread earlier today. I like the changes you've done to the roof, can't wait to see it finished.
Dan,
Thank you for stopping by. I'm happy to be back on this one. I have others I want to start.
I'm very happy to see your recovery is going well.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on August 26, 2021, 07:32:13 AM
You're doing better than me.....I still haven't gotten back to the bench to complete Ezra Cooper's. :(
Greg,
Maybe I'll get this one finished before Cooper's garage.
Tom ;D
Hey Tom:
You are quite welcome and the last pic you posted looks just great.
Karl
Quote from: postalkarl on August 26, 2021, 12:31:57 PM
Hey Tom:
You are quite welcome and the last pic you posted looks just great.
Karl
Karl,
Thank you, more to follow.
Tom ;D
I'm happy to be back on this one. I've been a little grumpy not getting back to my name sake. :-X
Today, it took a few minutes to locate my parts for finishing Brumpy's Cafe.
I installed corbels along the top portion.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-260821182530.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-260821182543.jpeg)
I installed them on all sides except the rear.
Continued -
I then added wall caps to the three walls with crobels.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-260821182556.jpeg)
If you ever do this, be sure to leave some for the overhang on the structure.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-260821182556.jpeg)
More in a few.
Nice job so far Tom...not that you won't continue to do so. ;)
I had a little glue squeeze and used a tooth pick to clean the offending glob.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-260821182614.jpeg)
Once all three wall caps were glued in place and dry, I trimmed them and touched up the exposed ends.
I placed four weights on the bottom to ensure the top caps were flat and flush with the building.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-260821182627.jpeg)
More in a few. I already have the Diet Pepsi.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-260821182645.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-260821182701.jpeg)
Done for today.
Quote from: PRR Modeler on August 26, 2021, 06:38:10 PM
Nice job so far Tom...not that you won't continue to do so. ;)
Curt,
Thank you for the nice compliment. Yes, I hope to continue in the same manner.
Tom ;D
Hey Tom:
Looks just great. Can't wait to see this one finished.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks very much. I need to get moving and get this one finished.
Tom ;D
One roof detail I'm adding is the Inter-Action roof top A/C unit.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-060921160329.jpeg)
This is great little detail to add to your model where visitors can view the roof.
I added one to the Stella Scale Models, New Erie Cafe.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-060921160341.jpeg)
More in a few.
I used a single edge razor blade and cut the A/C pieces from the carrier sheet.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-060921160354.jpeg)
I then used an Emory board and carefully removed the small kerf tap where the sections were attached to the carrier.
I then glued the pieces together using Elmer's wood glue. When the glue on the main unit was dry I glued on the bottom piece. This piece fits nicely between the four sides. That is provided you get the unit square.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-060921160408.jpeg)
Continued -
The top of the A/C unit has three pieces. There is a bottom piece, which has the fans laser cut on the board, a middle piece and the top piece.
I glued the small fan piece to the bottom side of the middle piece. This section/piece has two holes on one end. Make sure the fans are centered under the middle and under the two holes.
The top piece has two holes and two thin bars across the holes.
The next photo shows the three pieces glued together.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-060921160423.jpeg)
The top piece is slightly larger than the middle one. If you center the middle piece under the top piece, the pieces will look as they do in the next photo.
Notice the difference in the pieces?
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-060921160438.jpeg)
Continued -
The completed top section fits snuggly between the four walls of the main unit.
I used Model master Green Zinc Chromate to paint the unit.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-060921160522.jpeg)
I'll add weathering when the paint has cured.
Nice little detail. Well done
Eric
I really like the leaking water feature.
Quote from: ACL1504 on August 26, 2021, 11:52:18 AM
Quote from: GPdemayo on August 26, 2021, 07:32:13 AM
You're doing better than me.....I still haven't gotten back to the bench to complete Ezra Cooper's. :(
Greg,
Maybe I'll get this one finished before Cooper's garage.
Tom ;D
That's such a sad thought.....but probably true. :(
Enjoying seeing this one come together, Tom. It's a nice little kit.
This build is looking really nice, Tom. The corbels add a ton of character. That rooftop air conditioner is a neat detail, too.
--Opa George
Quote from: EricQuebec on September 06, 2021, 05:13:40 PM
Nice little detail. Well done
Eric
Eric,
Thank you, much appreciated.
Tom ;D
Quote from: PRR Modeler on September 06, 2021, 05:58:16 PM
I really like the leaking water feature.
Curt,
I like the water leak and the repair guy also.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on September 07, 2021, 07:35:31 AM
Quote from: ACL1504 on August 26, 2021, 11:52:18 AM
Quote from: GPdemayo on August 26, 2021, 07:32:13 AM
You're doing better than me.....I still haven't gotten back to the bench to complete Ezra Cooper's. :(
Greg,
Maybe I'll get this one finished before Cooper's garage.
Tom ;D
That's such a sad thought.....but probably true. :(
Greg,
Yepper, a few more hours and I'm moving on to the next build.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Keep it Rusty on September 07, 2021, 08:35:47 AM
Enjoying seeing this one come together, Tom. It's a nice little kit.
Craig,
Thank you and I hope the recovery is going well. I've added a few extra details and changed the overall kit but yes, it is a nice little one Kenny released.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Opa George on September 07, 2021, 09:46:46 AM
This build is looking really nice, Tom. The corbels add a ton of character. That rooftop air conditioner is a neat detail, too.
--Opa George
George,
I appreciate the compliment. I've used the corbels on another kit and really like them. They do add more character also. I just ordered more of the roof top A/C units.
Tom ;D
I installed the windows and Grumpy's Cafe sign.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-070921175429.jpeg)
The roof is yet to be glued in place.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-070921175439.jpeg)
Continued -
I tried several times to talk myself out of lighting and installing an interior. I failed on that attempt. :-X
Old buildings that had multiple stores on the bottom had wood floors. So, I'll add a wood floor to the three stores.
I cut a piece of Northeastern Scale Lumber 1/16" X1/32" scribed siding for the floor.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-070921175451.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-070921175504.jpeg)
Now to build partition walls and side walls.
Looking good Tom!
Tom
Very nice build. It looks great!
Looks great Tom! KC's Workshop has certainly turned out some nice kits...great to see (relative ) newcomers making high quality stuff in our hobby.
John
Quote from: S&S RR on September 08, 2021, 09:28:30 AM
Tom
Very nice build. It looks great!
Thanks John, much appreciated.
Tom ;D
Quote from: cuse on September 09, 2021, 06:27:23 AM
Looks great Tom! KC's Workshop has certainly turned out some nice kits...great to see (relative ) newcomers making high quality stuff in our hobby.
John
John,
Thanks for the compliment. I agree, Kenny has some very nice kits out. He has also teamed with Jensen and Keep it Rusty for more fantastic stuff.
Tom ;D
I built a quick and easy interior. I made it so it the building fits over the interior so I can remove it to add lights and other interiors later.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090921171511.jpeg)
I used Pan Pastels to color the floor and painted Floquil Mud on the walls.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090921171522.jpeg)
Continued -
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090921171535.jpeg)
Didn't notice the camera reflection until just now. Sorry 'bout that.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090921171548.jpeg)
Continued -
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090921171559.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-090921171613.jpeg)
Nice job Tom
Doug
Doug,
Thank you very much. I appreciate you stopping by for a look see and comment.
Tom ;D
I added a little more to the exterior stair case and glued it in place.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190250.jpeg)
I used a small metal square to keep it level and in place as the glue dried.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190301.jpeg)
continued -
It is level of course!
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190313.jpeg)
I added two strips of 2X4s to the back of the stair stringers. Instead of cutting my own stringers as I usually do, I used Northeastern Scale Lumber stringers to save time.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190325.jpeg)
More in a few.
I previously had the measurement for the width of the stringers. I used three HO scale 2X8s and glued the stringers flush to the outside edges of the three 2X8 spacers.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190337.jpeg)
When the stringer sub assembly was dry, I glued it in place against the platform and wall as shown.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190348.jpeg)
Continued, Diet Pepsi time. Back in a few.
Once the stringer sub assembly was in place and the glue dry, I added the HO scale 2X6s for the treads.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190400.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190412.jpeg)
When this entire sub assembly is dry you may choose to remove the three spacers. In my case, I chose to leave them in place for a little extra support. I did use Hunterline Light Gray A&I to stain the ends of the treads.
Done for today.
Hey Tom:
Great progress shots. The stairs look just great.
Karl
Karl,
Thank you, much appreciated. I'll have many more posted within the hour.
Tom ;D
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130921190424.jpeg)
After staining more HO scale 2X6s using Hunterline Light gray A&I, I added the sub assembly roof rafters.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084327.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084338.jpeg)
Continued -
Not much to narrate here.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084353.jpeg)
I then added the decking using more of the 2x6s.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084405.jpeg)
Continued -
Here's an underside look at the porch assembly.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084416.jpeg)
I finished all the support braces and railing on the porch and stairs.
I next added some very old Rock Quarry tar paper roofing.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084719.jpeg)
More in a few.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084733.jpeg)
Folks are already taking over. Tahope folks have no shame!
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084746.jpeg)
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The roof decking is a thick piece of cardboard. I trimmed it to fit the new angled roof. With the Florida humidity, I noticed it would sometimes not lay flat on the wall supports.
I turned the structure upside down and marked in red pencil the outline of the roof supports.
I used scale 10X10's and glued these in place.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084144.jpeg)
Since the Elmer's Carpenter's glue is water based, I left the weights on the added bracing for two days.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084155.jpeg)
More in a few.
The extra bracing helped with the vertical warping, it then warped horizontally. I added the horizontal bracing for an easy fix.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084207.jpeg)
I used 1" wide 3M Transfer tape to secure the roof papers.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084219.jpeg)
More after a fresh Diet Pepsi is grabbed.
I turned the roof over and trimmed the transfer tape using a sharp #11 blade.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084230.jpeg)
I sprayed a sheet of typing paper with Ace Hardware Premium Gray primer. fast forward here and the papers were cut and taped in place.
I left a little paper overhang on the deck and added a small line of glue to the roof supports. The roof was then pressed in place and weighed until dry, no photo here.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084241.jpeg)
Continued -
Reading Bob gave me a bottle of Gallery Glass Liquid Leading.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084253.jpeg)
It was a little to thick from drying so I added a couple of squirts of warm water and gave it a vigorous shaking. I squeezed some out on my glue pad and using a small brush painted it around the edges of the roof.
When dry, I used a fine medium tip Flair paper Mate pen to add some tar to the seams.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084304.jpeg)
Continued -
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084314.jpeg)
I still need to add weathering to the roof top and side roof. A few more details need to be added to the main structure also.
I've placed an Inter-Action Hobbies roof top A/C unit on one side of the roof. I've order a couple more and will add one the the other side.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921084757.jpeg)
Thankfully, this 2021 build challenge will be coming to completion very soon.
Very, very nice. Well done.
It is certainly looking VERY good, Tom. I've enjoyed all the tips so far.
--Opa George
Quote from: Oldguy on September 20, 2021, 09:39:44 AM
Very, very nice. Well done.
Bob,
Thank you kind sir. This was a fun build although it took me several months due to 1:1 stuff.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Opa George on September 20, 2021, 09:41:05 AM
It is certainly looking VERY good, Tom. I've enjoyed all the tips so far.
--Opa George
George,
Thank you also, much appreciate the feedback. Glad you got some use out of the techniques I've used over the years and this build.
Tom ;D
I weathered the roof and roof top A/C unit. The A/C unit was weathered with Floquil Roof Brown using a thin brown wash. When dry, dusted with pastels.
The roof was weathered with Pan Pastels - Gray, Dark Dray blended with Raw Umber Tint and Titanium White.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150514.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150526.jpeg)
Continued -
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150603.jpeg)
I added a small block of wood, sanded down 4x4, to level the A/C unit.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150614.jpeg)
Continued -
Pan Pastels were also used to weather the smaller roof. I also added a barber pole in front.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150626.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150637.jpeg)
Continued -
The middle and left stores are yet to be named and filled.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150648.jpeg)
The Coca Cola sign could have just as easily been placed on the upper portion of the wall. However, the building going next to it would block the view. I'll make a small alley way so the sign being on the bottom makes more sense.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150659.jpeg)
More in a few. Diet Pepsi time.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150709.jpeg)
For now, I'm calling this one 98% finished. I still need to add a second A/C unit to the right side of the roof. Some vent pipes and possibly two chimneys. Not sure about the chimney type yet.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150722.jpeg)
Continued -
This was an easy kit and very well done by KC's Workshop. I made it much more difficult in terms of time by adding extra detail and changing the over all look of the structure. I seem cursed with the need to change a kit to fit my mind's eye.
At the last minute I added three interiors starting with the Barber shop. The other two are yet to be decided.
I drastically changed the entire look of the structure by drastically changing the roof - from flat to pitched. I raised the wall sides by four feet allow for the pitch of the roof and to add the corbels.
The outside stairs and upper porch area required as much time as did the main structure. This added feature changed the over all look as well. Yet, it was fun to build.
The three interiors will be lit at a later date but I'm in the mood to move on to another build.
I appreciate all whom left comments and followed along on this "never ending" build.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150734.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200921150746.jpeg)
Tom, until you figure out the interiors, you should just put a "for rent" sign on the windows!
dave
Hey Tom:
Grumpy's Cafe looks just great.
Karl
Well done Tom, good looking build.....Tahope is shaping up nicely. 8)
Superb job Tom. I can't wait to see it in person.
Another great looking building for the town. Your street scene is shaping up nicely.
Jeff
Looks great Tom! There's going to be a lot of eye candy on that street. ;D
Tom great job! Going to be a busy street when it's all done!
Jerry
Looks great, Tom.
I think the outside porch and stairway add a great deal to this structure. The sloping roof, too, is a nice change. Maybe next time you can try adding a hip roof behind the parapet walls. Those are quite common, even though from the street they all look like flat roofs. They also add a great deal of personality and individuality to a structure.
Cheers, Mark.
Fantastic build, the exterior walls came out great.
Nice work Tom.
Another great looking build Tom
Doug
Hey Tom:
Like I said it looks just beautiful.
Karl
Awesome job Tom. That cafe looks fantastic!
;D ;D ;D
Tom
Beautiful work, I love the changes and extra details.
Tom,
Great job on your build !
Get well too...
Tommy
Quote from: deemery on September 20, 2021, 04:35:43 PM
Tom, until you figure out the interiors, you should just put a "for rent" sign on the windows!
dave
Dave,
Great idea, now I need to find the time to make the HO scale sign.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on September 20, 2021, 10:36:06 PM
Hey Tom:
Grumpy's Cafe looks just great.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks very much.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on September 21, 2021, 07:41:45 AM
Well done Tom, good looking build.....Tahope is shaping up nicely. 8)
Greg,
Thanks Butty, many more structures for Tahope to build.
Tom ;D
Quote from: PRR Modeler on September 21, 2021, 08:01:54 AM
Superb job Tom. I can't wait to see it in person.
Curt,
Thank you also Butty. Next open house is 10-9-2021.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Zephyrus52246 on September 21, 2021, 02:07:42 PM
Another great looking building for the town. Your street scene is shaping up nicely.
Jeff
Jeff,
Thanks very much, I'm happy with how it beginning to look.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ReadingBob on September 22, 2021, 07:59:36 AM
Looks great Tom! There's going to be a lot of eye candy on that street. ;D
Butty Bob,
Thank you and yes there will be with all the Reading Bob structures I have in Tahope.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Jerry on September 22, 2021, 12:06:34 PM
Tom great job! Going to be a busy street when it's all done!
Jerry
Jerry,
Thank you my friend. I agree, it will be when finished.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Mark Dalrymple on September 22, 2021, 03:47:38 PM
Looks great, Tom.
I think the outside porch and stairway add a great deal to this structure. The sloping roof, too, is a nice change. Maybe next time you can try adding a hip roof behind the parapet walls. Those are quite common, even though from the street they all look like flat roofs. They also add a great deal of personality and individuality to a structure.
Cheers, Mark.
Mark, Cheers,
I appreciate you stopping by and posting your thoughts on the build. I like the outside stairway and covered upper porch for an added change to the original kit.
I also definitely like the hip roof idea for a future build. Great idea!
Tom ;D
Quote from: Lynnb on September 26, 2021, 04:01:28 PM
Fantastic build, the exterior walls came out great.
Lynn,
Thank you very much. I tried to copy the Keep to Rusty technique - still have a lot to learn from the Master.
Tom ;D
Quote from: carl b on September 27, 2021, 07:34:00 AM
Nice work Tom.
Carl,
Much appreciated, thank you.
Tom ;D
Quote from: NKP768 on September 27, 2021, 08:51:46 AM
Another great looking build Tom
Doug
Doug,
Thanks for the nice compliment on the build. It was fun but took way to much of my time.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on September 27, 2021, 05:30:57 PM
Hey Tom:
Like I said it looks just beautiful.
Karl
Karl,
I appreciate the support on the build. Much thanks.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Bruce Oberleitner on September 27, 2021, 11:18:10 PM
Awesome job Tom. That cafe looks fantastic!
;D ;D ;D
Cousin Brucie,
Thank you my friend. Sorry I missed our Zoom call last night.
Tom ;D
Quote from: S&S RR on September 28, 2021, 09:34:25 AM
Tom
Beautiful work, I love the changes and extra details.
John,
Very much appreciate the compliment. As I've mentioned, I seem to not be able to build a kit without adding my own "the way I want it to look" touch.
Tom ;D
Quote from: tom.boyd.125 on September 28, 2021, 03:28:21 PM
Tom,
Great job on your build !
Get well too...
Tommy
Tommy,
Thank you for the compliment and support. My #1 priority now it to get well as the empire is still in need of work.
Tom ;D
Hey Tom:
You are quite welcome.
Karl