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#16
Hi Vince,

You also may want to try something I did.  I used underlayment paper (for flooring) on my masonite.  It's an idea I read about in a Bob Hayden/Dave Frary book.  It comes in 2 foot wide rolls and I applied mine like wallpaper (using wallpaper glue).  It's feels like thick construction paper.  You solve a couple of things at one time.  You don't have to bother with drywall mud at the seams and the backdrop will never crack.  I've had mine up for almost 18 years without any issues.  It takes paint great too.  I think I bought mine at Home Depot, but I would guess you could get it at just about any wall/floor covering store.

I think your layout looks great.  I see what you mean about having a lot of real estate to cover.  I still think the 1 square foot at a time applies.  Besides, does it really matter how long it takes?  Just have a good time building it!

Seth P.
#17
I just want to thank the forum members (and NG convention attendees) who made the drive to my layout last week.  It was nice putting a "face" to the names I see often here.  Most of you will never know how much inspiration you have given to me by your fine model building.

Seth P.
Monticello, MN
#18
Kit Building / Re: FSM Houligan's Alley
May 13, 2018, 09:04:59 PM
HI all,

Thanks for the nice comments.

Bob, the roadway is Durhams Water Putty.  I like the way it takes color (versus plaster) and it seems more durable over time.

Seth P.
Minnesota
#19
Kit Building / FSM Houligan's Alley
May 13, 2018, 05:43:57 AM
Hello all,

I recently finished an "edited" version of the FSM kit "Hooligan's Alley" (I didn't build one of the structures in the kit).

I am very pleased with the results, but I think its hard to mess up a George kit (his instructions are the best).

If you are coming to the Narrow Gauge convention in Minnesota this September, please come and see it in person.  I am on the tour.

Seth P.
Minnesota
#20
John,

You always do really nice work.  I have enjoyed following your layout progress.

Keep it up!

Seth P.
Minnesota
#21
Thanks for the kind comments all.  The real one to thank is George for providing such good directions.

I will miss not seeing something new from him every year.

Seth P.
Minnesota
#22
Hi all,

Just thought I'd share of pic of my version of "Elijah Roth and Sons".

Seth P.
Minnesota

PS:  If you're coming to the NG convention in Minnesota next year, come see it in person.
#23
Thanks a lot fella's.  I knew I had seen this in a post at some time, but couldn't find it last night.

Seth P.
Minnesota
#24
I really appreciate this thread.  Just gotta go see it in person again someday.

Seth P.
Minnesota
#25
I am considering this for a "depot" on my layout (it will also be near a junction point).  I want to know if anyone has built the kit and would be willing to share their work here.  It appears to be a fairly simple kit, but I like the look of it.

Seth P.
Minnesota USA
#26
Hi John,

I don't see my name on the list of layouts visited while in Minnesota, so you can add my name.

Seth Puffer
Monticello, MN
#27
Mike,

Nice pics :)  I look forward to seeing more!

Seth P.
Monticello, MN
#28
Hi everyone,

Thanks for all your kind comments and welcome to the group.  I do consider myself a fine scale modeler (as Art V. will attest).  My layout is a freelance railroad and I really enjoy building kits and scratchbuilding too.

Here are a few more of the traveling hopper while it visited my layout.

Seth Puffer
Puffer Bridge Lines
#29
Hello all,

My name is Seth Puffer and I am new to the Modelers Forum.  I live in Monticello, MN, about 40 miles northwest of Minneapolis.  My good friend Art VanDeWater of River Falls Wisconsin made the trip up to my layout on Tuesday with the "traveling car".  Of course, we couldn't resist a few photos as it traveled the layout.  I am very honored to be a part of this endeavor and appreciate the opportunity to share my photos with you.

Seth Puffer
Puffer Bridge Lines (HO scale)
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