Bill and Kris Cutler asked me if I would consider building a couple of structures for their layout. Since they are members in good standing of the SBG and very good friends, how could I refuse.
Their layout is featured here.
http://modelersforum.com/index.php?topic=313.0 (http://modelersforum.com/index.php?topic=313.0)
About a year ago, an old friend, as in good friend and old - he is 82 gave me a structure he built and no longer wanted. The structure was part of the SRMW Currier and Sons Cabinet Makers, Kit #230. The kit was released in late 2000.
The attached photos are from the photos that came with the kit. I'm rebuilding the yellow structure.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220115141159.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220115141218.jpeg)
Here is how it came to me - in many pieces.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220115141235.jpeg)
I hope you will join me in this fun adventure. The structure will be further deconstructed, if that is even possible, repaired, repainted and rebuilt. In the end, I hope to have a structure worthy of a small section of real estate on the Pennsy Six Miles West of Altoona.
Wow, Thanks Tom we really appreciate you doing this for us. :) :) :) That area on the layout we talked about really needs something nice. Do you really have the time with all you have going on to tackle this project. We will be following a long and learning as you go.
Bill & Kris
Quote from: PennsyJ1 on January 22, 2015, 02:40:30 PM
Wow, Thanks Tom we really appreciate you doing this for us. :) :) :) That area on the layout we talked about really needs something nice. Do you really have the time with all you have going on to tackle this project. We will be following a long and learning as you go.
Bill & Kris
Bill,
Thanks for checking in and adding to the adventure.
Now, your question has three answers. First, no I don't have the time but need a break from all the track laying, bench work, wiring, etc. This will be a slow build with everything else going on but it will be great fun. As you know well, there is no time for anything when retired. :P
Secondly, I don't have the time to do it for you. Nuff said!
And the third part of the answer is I do very much have the time to do it for Kris. Nuff said here as well. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Tom 8)
If you say so. I guess it pays to have to get a man to do something. ;) But really, with you there is never enough said. I am sure there will be plenty more.
I'm darn glad to hear, from el presidento, that Bill & Kris have achieved full status in the SBG! 8)
Neat kit that will look great on the Pennsey layout, I'll be watching. Is the Judge helping you with this one? ;)
Quote from: PennsyJ1 on January 22, 2015, 03:05:31 PM
If you say so. I guess it pays to have to get a man to do something. ;) But really, with you there is never enough said. I am sure there will be plenty more.
Bill,
You know I was only kidding about the three answers. I have all the time in the world for this project.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on January 22, 2015, 03:13:16 PM
I'm darn glad to hear, from el presidento, that Bill & Kris have achieved full status in the SBG! 8)
Neat kit that will look great on the Pennsey layout, I'll be watching. Is the Judge helping you with this one? ;)
Greg,
Thanks for checking in and no, I have the Judge building one of Jimmy D's starter kits!
Tom ;D
Okay folks, I've been working on this model between paint and glue drying on the model I'm doing for Ken Crump of KC's Workshop.
As you can see in the photos above the model is in pretty bad shape. I mentioned the builder is a friend and in his early 80's. He gave it to me in the shape you see. Loving a challenge, I see a wonderful model in this sow's ear.
I will not be using these stairs and platform. I'll be scratch building new ones.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121306.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121306.jpeg)
I'm not sure what effect he was going for but you can see in the next photo the green fingerprint doesn't look quite right, lol.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121321.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121321.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121338.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121338.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121353.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121353.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I'm thinking the paint needs to come off the model but I wasn't quite sure how to go about this. The paint needs to be removed as when I repaint it the fine brick details will be covered by the extra layer of paint.
I decided to try using Acetone and Q-tips to remove the paint. I also found I needed to apply some pressure to the walls with the Q-tips. I decided to carefully break apart the tree walls so I could lay them flat and attempt to remove the old paint.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121410.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121410.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121456.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121456.jpeg)
The store front doors are cast into the hydrocal. I broke them when I removed the right wall. This will have to be fixed later. I just went ahead and removed the entire door from the front.
NOTE: I did make the repair and I'll show you how I did this much later in this rebuild. The build is much farther along than the thread.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121512.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121512.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I removed as much of the sign as I could using a #17 Xacto blade.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121527.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121542.jpeg)
Continued later as it's now time for a nice cold Diet Pepsi.
I wasn't very happy with the paint removal using the Acetone. I figured I was just moving the paint around. The next two photos show you how the walls looked after the Acetone application.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121658.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121658.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121716.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121716.jpeg)
I really need to get more paint off the walls but for now I'll set them aside and move on to the wood walls.
The photo below shows the upper front wall section. Other than the bad paint job, it isn't to bad.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121757.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121757.jpeg)
I carefully removed the four windows. They were really glued in but care and patience paid off as no damage was done to the openings. You can see the amount of glue used to secure the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121820.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121820.jpeg)
I used a #17 Xacto blade to remove the corner trim. I carefully removed the trim by slipping the blade between the wall and trim. I then used the blade to pry the trim away from the wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121847.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121847.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121904.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121904.jpeg)
Here is a little test. What is wrong in the photo below?
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121923.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121923.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
The answer to the question will be given later in the build, er, I mean rebuild. :-X
I needed to remove the Hydrocal casting from the wooden wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121943.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121943.jpeg)
Unfortunately and sadly, all my patience and care didn't prevent the casting from breaking.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122007.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122007.jpeg)
More on this later in the build. I'm moving on to the three Hydrocal walls once again.
I decided to reassemble the three lower walls. I used CA to glue the walls. I applied the CA glue and then made sure the walls were square and true. I then sprayed INSTA-SET Accelerator on the casting and this set the CA glue.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122025.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122025.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122043.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122043.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
Wonders never cease to amaze - Go figure.
Yes, you read that correctly. I needed to rinse the walls to get the accelerator residue off. I used a soft bristle toothbrush and some liquid hand soap to wash the three wall sections.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122108.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122108.jpeg)
Why am I showing ya'll this nice little bottle of hand soap? No, it isn't another test question. I'm showing ya'll this cause this s--t is better than Acetone and much cheaper. It's just hand soap from Bed Bath and Beyond.
As I was lightly scrubbing the walls with the soap and toothbush, the paint started to come off.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122130.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122130.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122149.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122149.jpeg)
Before -
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121716.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215121716.jpeg)
After -
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122149.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122149.jpeg)
More upcoming.
I filled in the crack using Hydrocal on the left side of the lower walls. I set the walls aside to dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122211.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122211.jpeg)
I removed the signs from the walls but still had quite a bit of cardboard left.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122241.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215122241.jpeg)
I used a Q-tip and water to moisten the cardboard and glue. When soft, I removed it from the wall. I then used a #17 Xacto blade to remove the build up of glue around the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142120.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142120.jpeg)
Here are the three walls with the signs and sign residue removed.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142154.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142154.jpeg)
Things are looking better. Continued in a few.
Here is the back of the three walls. The rear of the walls are in the condition as I received the structure.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142636.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142636.jpeg)
Remember I asked the question, "What is wrong with this wall?' Well, the answer is the wall on the left has and had no bracing. The other two walls are wrong as well. Here is a hint or rather the answer.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142659.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142659.jpeg)
Both walls had horizontal bracing and not vertical. The horizontal bracing does nothing to strengthen the walls. Bracing should always be perpendicular to the grain.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142727.jpeg)
Update later in the week.
Tom
Keeping my eye on this curious to see how it turns out as well as watching how things go together
KC
Quote from: Amagic41 on February 16, 2015, 07:27:01 PM
Tom
Keeping my eye on this curious to see how it turns out as well as watching how things go together
KC
Ken,
Thanks for stopping by and checking the thread.
Tom
After repairing the walls and adding the correct bracing, the walls were painted with Floquil Foundation and set aside to dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142827.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142827.jpeg)
I then painted the brick portion of the walls with Polly Scale DTI Cherry Red. The front and side of the office was painted with Polly Scale D&RGW Building Cream and the stone was painted with Floquil SP Lettering Light Gray, Concrete and Reefer Grey.
When viewing the following pictures, keep in mind all the walls still need to be weathered which will "tone" done the colors. The building was set aside to dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142219.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142219.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142253.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142253.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142311.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142311.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142333.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142333.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142333.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142333.jpeg)
I forgot to mention I painted the interior window and door frame with Floquil Depot Olive.
More in a few.
I mentioned previoulsy the fact that I broke the cast doors on the front. Here is what I did to fix the broken door issue.
I took two Northeastern doors from my stash and removed the top portion of the window.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142459.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142459.jpeg)
I then glued the two doors together with CA glue and a short piece if scale 8x8.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142525.jpeg)
I then painted the doors with the Depot Olive color.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142545.jpeg)
And, here is how the doors look in the opening.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160215142609.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
When the building and walls were dry I added some mortar mix to the brick areas. I used Bragdon Powders mixed with water and used a soft bristle brush to "paint" the mortar on the bricks.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215170929.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215170929.jpeg)
I let this mixture dry for several hours and applied a very liberal dose of A&I to the structure. I used Hunterine Weathering Mix, the Creosote Black. Hunterline has an excellent selection of mixes for the modeler. They are out of Canada and will be at this years EXPO.
www.hunterline.com (http://www.hunterline.com)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215170948.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215171009.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
When the A&I dried, I used some light colored pastel chalk and rubbed it into the brick areas.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215171032.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215171032.jpeg)
I made the repair on the Hydrocal casting that fits above the upper front wall section. I was going to fill in the broken section but decided the mising part added some age and character to the structure.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215171050.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215171050.jpeg)
While the A&I was drying, I painted the corner trim pieces, exterior doors and windows with the Depot Olive color. When the windows were dry I added Canopy Glue to the windows for window glass. I used the small ponce wheel and added nail holes to the wood walls. None of this is pictured.
Continued in a few.
I kept looking at the building and noticed it was not entirely level.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215171106.jpeg)
I opted not to sand the bottom but instead added a short section of scale 1x6 to the bottom of the left wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215171129.jpeg)
This piece was glued to the bottom of the left wall, solving the problem.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-200215171147.jpeg)
L'il Tommy is doin' his magic again!
I'll bet that if feels good to be sittin' in a chair to work again, instead of crawlin' around on the floor
and buildin' sawdust!!
I know about the skin cancer thang - I had one removed from my lip a few years ago, and I was one
ugly mother for a while!
As strong as that hand wash was, I'll bet it would have taken it off.
Great thread...every step belongs in a "101 tips for building craftsman kits" type book
John
Talk about taking a lemon and turning it into lemonade!
Quote from: gnatshop on February 20, 2015, 07:19:32 PM
L'il Tommy is doin' his magic again!
I'll bet that if feels good to be sittin' in a chair to work again, instead of crawlin' around on the floor
and buildin' sawdust!!
I know about the skin cancer thang - I had one removed from my lip a few years ago, and I was one
ugly mother for a while!
As strong as that hand wash was, I'll bet it would have taken it off.
Gman,
Good to see you my friend. Thanks for the very kind words and yes, it does feel good to get back into building after a two year break. So far, I've been lucky and had nothing off my face. 8) 8)
Tom ;D
Quote from: Cuse on February 21, 2015, 08:03:32 AM
Great thread...every step belongs in a "101 tips for building craftsman kits" type book
John
John,
Thanks Butty, I appreciate your support. I wonder why no one has done a 101 how to in kit building?
Tom ;D
Quote from: Oldguy on February 21, 2015, 10:44:08 AM
Talk about taking a lemon and turning it into lemonade!
Bob,
This has certainly been a great little project but it is turning out to be well worth the effort. Thanks for stopping by.
Tom ;D
I started adding the walls to the lower section. First the rear wall section was glued in place and allowed to dry!
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154320.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154320.jpeg)
The two upper side walls were added next and clamped/held in postion while the glue dried.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154339.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154339.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154358.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154358.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
The windows and doors were added next. I wanted to have two of the windows have some curtains blowing in the wind. Here is how I did it.
I took a paper napkin I got from Chili's Restaurant and cut two curtains the width of the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154415.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154415.jpeg)
The two curtains were painted with Floquil Antique White and set aside to dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154435.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154435.jpeg)
When dry the curtains were glued to the back of the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154453.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154453.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
The windows were glued in place and the curtains were pulled slightly out of the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154512.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154528.jpeg)
What time is it boys and girls? Why it is time for an ice cold Diet Pepsi.
Continued later this afternoon.
Nice job..... Love it when it is time for an Ice Cold Diet Pepsi!
Brad
Quote from: chooch41 on February 22, 2015, 04:11:49 PM
Nice job..... Love it when it is time for an Ice Cold Diet Pepsi!
Brad
Brad,
Thank you and thanks for stopping by. Yes, an ice cold Diet Pepsi is wonderful.
Tom ;D
I next cut some black rolled paper for the roof.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154548.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154548.jpeg)
I used a small metal ruler to press the paper in the corners.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154608.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154608.jpeg)
I painted the paper Grimy Black and set the structure to the side to let the paint dry.
Continued in a few.
Time paint the scale lumber for the porch and make the stair risers. I used the good "old fashion George Sellios" method of preparing the scale lumber.
I used an old t-shirt and dipped some Weathered Black on the shirt. I then took each piece of lumber and pulled the lumber between my fingers and thus staining the lumber.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174603.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174603.jpeg)
I then changed ends and stained the opposite end. And, fans, this is what happens when you don't wear a rubber/latex glove.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174622.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174622.jpeg)
To weather the wood further, I used my Xacto medium tooth saw and applying medium pressure pulled the wood under the blade. Don't forget to do both sides of the scale lumber.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174642.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174642.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
Here is what the scale lumber looks like after the saw method.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174659.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174659.jpeg)
Don't worry what it looks like now. The next step will fill in the white spots and remove the "fuzz". Not the police, but the "wood fuzz".
I then used some Floquil Grime and pulled the wood through the t-shirt. This removed almost 98% of the fuzz and did fill in the while. Here is how it looks when finished. Nice and weathered wood. I'll add some pastel browns to the wood after it is installed.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174720.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215174720.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
Time to scratch build some stair risers. I have to admit this process is a bit tedious and you'll get better with practice if patient. I started with a new #17 blade and some scale 2x10 lumber. Yes, a #11 balde is shown but I used a #17 for this job.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154623.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154623.jpeg)
Start anywhere on the wood you desire. I've found that if I think of removing small "triangles", I can get a pretty decent riser.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154643.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154643.jpeg)
The photo above is an excellent teaching moment. Notice as I moved to the left on the scale 2x10 I drifted upwards. Not to worry, just go back and cut a little deeper on the shallow cuts.
And here is what happens when you use an old and dull blade.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154702.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154702.jpeg)
Here is what you want to end up with. Mine are already cut to length and stained.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154720.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154720.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I repainted the chimney with Polly Scale Lehigh Valley Cornell Red and the pipe and cap with Model Masters Jet Exhaust. When dry, I dusted it with light pastel chalk and then a very light coal of A&I.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154741.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154741.jpeg)
I then glued it on the roof as shown. I used the Gallery Glass Liquid Leading for the tar around the base of the chimney. The chimney will be weathered at a later time.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154800.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154800.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154819.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154819.jpeg)
I'll have more to show tomorrow.
This build reminds me of a building I drive by every time I go to a Bruins game located right next to TD garden. Hard to believe they would build such a narrow four story building but they did and still do exist. I can only imagine an interior stairway would eat up a lot of floor space. Somehow this one survived uran renewal and the big dig in Bostons west end located at 42 Lomasney Way. One reason speculated for it's survival was It was owned by mobster Whitey Bulgers bookie. It can be seen on Google earth's street view.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/15-220215183308.jpeg)
Doug,
Thanks for following along and for posting the photo. I love that building and the possible history adds to the mystique. Great photo and I'll check the Google street view as well.
Tom ;D
Nice work as usual Uncle Tommy. I have to admit that I would have never thought to use hand soap to strip the paint off of the building.
Any idea what the finished structure is going to be on your layout yet?
;D ;D ;D
P.S. I am sure that "Diet Pepsi" would have stripped that paint off in no time. I was going to suggest that to you however, I figured you wouldn't waste "The Sauce" on such things....
Quote from: bruce.oberleitner on February 22, 2015, 07:37:57 PM
Nice work as usual Uncle Tommy. I have to admit that I would have never thought to use hand soap to strip the paint off of the building.
Any idea what the finished structure is going to be on your layout yet?
;D ;D ;D
P.S. I am sure that "Diet Pepsi" would have stripped that paint off in no time. I was going to suggest that to you however, I figured you wouldn't waste "The Sauce" on such things....
Cousin Brucie,
Thanks for stopping by. I'm not sure DP would remove the paint but it would certainly warp the walls. :'( :'( :'( :'( The hand soap was a lucky deal, no planning on my part. It just happened.
Tom ;D
Good morning Tom,
Nice job on the rebuild. I think doing a rebuild is harder that building the kit new. Best of luck with your project. Need to get back to planting trees!
Frank / Erieman
Quote from: Erieman on February 23, 2015, 12:49:31 PM
Good morning Tom,
Nice job on the rebuild. I think doing a rebuild is harder that building the kit new. Best of luck with your project. Need to get back to planting trees!
Frank / Erieman
Frank,
Thank you for looking in and for the kind support. I agree, this has been a bear but a learning process. You know me, never to many challenges to pass up. Now, I need to get back to this build.
Tom ;D
I mentioned I have the kit unbuilt so it helped to have the templates for the porch railing.
I taped the template to the work bench and then taped parchment paper over the template. You can also use wax paper but I didn't have any.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215181855.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215181855.jpeg)
Using the template, I cut all the pieces of scale stripwood, in this case they were all 2x8's for the framing. The parchment paper won't allow glue to stick to it. However, this doesn't mean you can glob on the glue. I used the tip of a toothpick and applied a very small spot on the bottom of the 2x8 and placed it over the template, I started in the back and worked forward.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180452.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180452.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180510.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180529.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180529.jpeg)
When I got to the last piece there wasn't room for a full 2x8. I applied a little glue to the top of the rear 2x8 and then glue a piece of 2x8 to that spot. Don't worry that the piece hangs over the back.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180548.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180548.jpeg)
I then placed a weight over the platform and let dry overnight.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180607.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180607.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
The next day I removed the weight and removed the platform from the template. You can see it was still glued to the parchment paper.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180623.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180623.jpeg)
I twisted the paper and the platform fell off.
Referring to the next photo you can see where I applied a little glue. These spots easily came off with the help of a #11 blade.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180640.jpeg)
After the glue spots were removed, I used the #11 balde and trimmed any of the 2x8's that hung over the platform framing. And, here is the finished platform.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180658.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I glued the platform to the main building. I used the parchment paper so the squares didn't damage the brick work and paint.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180716.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180716.jpeg)
Here is the platform on the second story door area.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180740.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-230215180740.jpeg)
More of the platform build tomorrow.
Wow Tom, this is looking fantastic!!! ;D ;D ;D Kris has been following along and loves how it is turning out. There sure is a lot of detail you are doing on this building. We can't wait to see it in its place at Gallitzin Pa.
Thank you
Bill & Kris
Tom, this is looking really good. Love the platform/deck.
Marty
Quote from: PennsyJ1 on February 24, 2015, 06:38:13 AM
Wow Tom, this is looking fantastic!!! ;D ;D ;D Kris has been following along and loves how it is turning out. There sure is a lot of detail you are doing on this building. We can't wait to see it in its place at Gallitzin Pa.
Thank you
Bill & Kris
Bill and Kris,
Thank you both for the kind words and support. This will really fit well on the vacant lot in Gallitzin. I'll be adding more of the build thread this afternoon.
Tom ;D
Quote from: martin.ojaste on February 24, 2015, 08:23:46 AM
Tom, this is looking really good. Love the platform/deck.
Marty
Marty,
Thank you, very much appreciated. It always great to see and hear from folks following along.
Tom ;D
The second story platform is 14.5 scale feet off the ground. The instructions call for the use of scale 4x4's for support. That is a pretty good length for supporting the second level deck. I mention this as the instructions don't call for any horizontal or angle bracing.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215104838.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215104838.jpeg)
So the posts are straight, I use the 90 degree square to get the post in the proper postion. Be sure to cut the post the proper length as well. You want a level deck. You can follow the template if you have the kit.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215104858.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215104858.jpeg)
I added the extra bracing as seen in the photo below. After the glue dried I noticed the deck was much sturdier. The exposed ends of the stripwood will be touched up A&I later.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215104917.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215104917.jpeg)
Referring back to the above photo, notice I added some scale 1x4 extentions to the side/corners of the deck. I did this for a reason I'll explain in the next post.
Continued in a few.
While in the bracing mood, I added one horizontal brace for good measure.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105004.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105004.jpeg)
Here is a birds eye view of the deck and the added corner posts.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105022.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105022.jpeg)
The canopy and railing posts are also 4x4's. These are to be glued to the corner of the deck. The little spot of glue on the bottom of the post isn't enough to hold the posts or give it any stability. This is the reason I added the side supports. Now the upper supports can be placed between the corner pieces and glued.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105046.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105046.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105106.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105106.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
Next glue a 2x6 to the exterior wall two boards below the window and next to the corner trim. The 2x6 butts up to the corner trim only, not over it.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105124.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105124.jpeg)
In the photo below you can see a short piece of 4x4 against the wall and next or to the right of the door. This post is so you have a place to glue the railings. I used a 4x4 piece that goes from the deck to the 2x6 on the wall. Just personal preference here. Besides the longer piece looks better on the model.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105144.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105144.jpeg)
Now you can start to add the 2x6 canopy rafters. Cut nine of them. Again, if you have the kit, you can follow the template for the proper length.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105203.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105203.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105219.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105219.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I started to add the roof planking and I had a horrible thought. I got so carried away with the porch and supports, I forgot to add the stairs prior to adding all the upper posts, rafters and railing.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105238.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215105238.jpeg)
I'm convinced my fingers won't fit in the stair opening.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215133955.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215133955.jpeg)
I decided the way to install the stairs is to build them and then add them to the deck. Here is what I did.
I took two pieces of 2x8 threads and cut them the width of the stair risers. I glued the bottom of each riser to the outside of each board/thread. I added a few more and let dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134015.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134015.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
This is what the stairs look like on the bottom. I used the unstained/painted thread so you can see what I meant by gluing them to the bottom of the risers.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134035.jpeg)
When the stairs were dry I added the remaining threads.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134101.jpeg)
I added some glue to the stairs and glued them to the deck and part of the exterior wall. I used tweezers to place the stairs in the opening between the deck and wall.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134150.jpeg)
I then finished adding the railings.
Continued in a few.
I then finished adding the planking for the canopy.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134227.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134227.jpeg)
I used some black roofing paper, cut in 3 scale feet widths. I used a #17 blade to rough up the papers.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134249.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134249.jpeg)
The papers were glued in place.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134315.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134315.jpeg)
The last piece next to the wall was pressed into place using a small metal ruler. Be sure you allow a little of the paper to over lap to represent some flashing.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134341.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134341.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
The porch including the stairs, posts, rafters and railings are in such disrepair you don''t notice the extra bracing I added.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134504.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134504.jpeg)
I used A&I and touched up all the exposed stripwood ends. I used several white, grey and black pastel chalks to weather the main and porch roofs.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134628.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134628.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134603.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134603.jpeg)
Here is a look at the main roof.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134829.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134829.jpeg)
More in a few.
Here are two extra shots of the finished buildling. Well, finished as far as building. I still need to add a few signs.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134851.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134851.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134916.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134916.jpeg)
KC's Workshop Cerzullo's Fruit Packing on the left and SRMW Currier & Sons Office on the right. These two are going to be hard to let go! Oh well, they both have great real estate locations waiting.
http://modelersforum.com/index.php?topic=1080.0 (http://modelersforum.com/index.php?topic=1080.0)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215135001.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215135001.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134939.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-240215134939.jpeg)
Tom ;D ;D ;D
Great Job on both buildings Tom. The master in you has risen to the top again. Thanks for sharing all the dialog with the photos, it really helps some of us down the model building road. ;D
Bill & Kris
Quote from: PennsyJ1 on February 24, 2015, 07:21:32 PM
Great Job on both buildings Tom. The master in you has risen to the top again. Thanks for sharing all the dialog with the photos, it really helps some of us down the model building road. ;D
Bill & Kris
Bill and Kris,
You are very welcome. Thanks for the kind words and I'm happy you were able to gain something from the builds.
Tom ;D
Another job well done Tom.....can't wait to see it on the Pennsy. 8)
Very nice. I've never tried taking a structure, breaking it back down into kit form and then building it again. :)
Enjoyed the thread. Always learn something new. Jim
Quote from: GPdemayo on February 25, 2015, 08:11:41 AM
Another job well done Tom.....can't wait to see it on the Pennsy. 8)
Greg,
Thank you, very much appreciated. I understand a lot is being cleared on the Pennsy as we speak.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ReadingBob on February 25, 2015, 08:13:52 AM
Very nice. I've never tried taking a structure, breaking it back down into kit form and then building it again. :)
Bob,
Thank you, very much appreciate the support. When I got the structure is was pretty much in kit form. I just made is a better kit. 8) 8) 8)
Tom ;D
Quote from: jrmueller on February 25, 2015, 10:06:52 AM
Enjoyed the thread. Always learn something new. Jim
Jim,
Thank you for the kind words. I'm always happy to hear someone got something from one of my builds.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ACL1504 on February 22, 2015, 04:03:14 PM
The windows and doors were added next. I wanted to have two of the windows have some curtains blowing in the wind. Here is how I did it.
I took a paper napkin I got from Chili's Restaurant and cut two curtains the wideth of the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154415.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154415.jpeg)
The two curtains were painted with Floquil Antique White and set aside to dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154435.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154435.jpeg)
When dry the curtains were glued to the back of the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154453.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154453.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
Tom, does the napkin HAVE to be from a Chili's restaurant or could we use a Burger King one?
Quote from: Donato on March 18, 2015, 04:13:50 PM
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Tom, does the napkin HAVE to be from a Chili's restaurant or could we use a Burger King one?
No, you canNOT Have It Your Way! ;D :D ;) :)
dave
Quote from: Donato on March 18, 2015, 04:13:50 PM
Quote from: ACL1504 on February 22, 2015, 04:03:14 PM
The windows and doors were added next. I wanted to have two of the windows have some curtains blowing in the wind. Here is how I did it.
I took a paper napkin I got from Chili's Restaurant and cut two curtains the wideth of the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154415.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154415.jpeg)
The two curtains were painted with Floquil Antique White and set aside to dry.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154435.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154435.jpeg)
When dry the curtains were glued to the back of the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154453.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220215154453.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
Tom, does the napkin HAVE to be from a Chili's restaurant or could we use a Burger King one?
Donato,
I'm very sorry for the delay in my response to your inquiry. I just didn't notice the last two posts.
Great question and the napkin doesn't have to be from Chili's, it can be from your kitchen or Burger King. The key is to get a good quality paper napkin that feels something like a cloth napkin.
If you PM me or send me an email with you name and address, I'll be more than happy to send you a few of the napkins I use for window curtains.
Tom ;D
Quote from: deemery on March 18, 2015, 04:49:36 PM
Quote from: Donato on March 18, 2015, 04:13:50 PM
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Tom, does the napkin HAVE to be from a Chili's restaurant or could we use a Burger King one?
No, you canNOT Have It Your Way! ;D :D ;) :)
dave
Dave,
Great catch, that is really funny! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Tom ;D
I've started work on the lumber shed and lumber rack. Actually this was started long before the Expo but I've been busy of late.
I got the four walls of the shed together and the base for the lumber rack. I used weights and mini-grips for make sure I get it all square and flat.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190415165302.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190415165302.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190415165332.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190415165332.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190415165348.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
The next three photos show how the lumber rack is coming together.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190415165404.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190415165431.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190415165622.jpeg)
The next update should be on Tuesday. Thanks for checking in.
Tom ;D
Very impressive work on this rebuild, Tom.
I've always thought that when a kit was assembled, there was nothing to do for refresh or rebuild it.
Eric Québec city
Quote from: EricQuebec on April 19, 2015, 05:27:49 PM
Very impressive work on this rebuild, Tom.
I've always thought that when a kit was assembled, there was nothing to do for refresh or rebuild it.
Eric Québec city
Eric,
I appreciate the comment and the very kind words. This rebuild was possible due to the fact it was so badly damaged the rebuild was easy.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ACL1504 on April 19, 2015, 05:09:33 PM
I've started work on the lumber shed and lumber rack. Actually this was started long before the Expo but I've been busy of late.
What'cha mean "busy"?
All you've been doin' lately is rebuildin' an already fabulous layout and posting a detailed thread on a "build re-build!!
Do you think re-building will start your life over??
IF it does, let me know - I can do a lot of that!!!
Quote
Donato,
I'm very sorry for the delay in my response to your inquiry. I jsut didn't notice the last two posts.
Great question and the napkin doesn't have to be from Chili's, it can be from your kitchen or Burger King. The key is to get a good quality paper napkin that feels something like a cloth napkin.
If you PM me or send me an email with you name and address, I'll be more than happy to send you a few of the napkins I use for window curtains.
Tom ;D
Tom I hope the napkins you plan on sending me are not pre-used .... :-\
Quote from: gnatshop on April 19, 2015, 09:01:50 PM
Quote from: ACL1504 on April 19, 2015, 05:09:33 PM
I've started work on the lumber shed and lumber rack. Actually this was started long before the Expo but I've been busy of late.
What'cha mean "busy"?
All you've been doin' lately is rebuildin' an already fabulous layout and posting a detailed thread on a "build re-build!!
Do you think re-building will start your life over??
IF it does, let me know - I can do a lot of that!!!
Gman,
I can always count on you to keep me focused on what really is important. I wish we could start life over, what fun it would be.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Donato on April 19, 2015, 10:13:00 PM
Quote
Donato,
I'm very sorry for the delay in my response to your inquiry. I jsut didn't notice the last two posts.
Great question and the napkin doesn't have to be from Chili's, it can be from your kitchen or Burger King. The key is to get a good quality paper napkin that feels something like a cloth napkin.
If you PM me or send me an email with you name and address, I'll be more than happy to send you a few of the napkins I use for window curtains.
Tom ;D
Tom I hope the napkins you plan on sending me are not pre-used .... :-\
Donato,
They aren't! But I can get some of those if you need them. ;D ;D ;D
Tom
Okay, here is the rest of the story. I finished the lumber shed/rack. I'll take you to the end from here.
After installing the lumber racks, I added the roof rafters.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135036.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135036.jpeg)
These were all cut to fit and glued to the ridge beam.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135111.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135111.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135054.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135054.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I then added the bottom lumber rack boards.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135151.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135207.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I then added the new lumber to the racks. The sizes were from a scale 1x's, 2x's up to 4x4's. I added twelve different sizes.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135222.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135222.jpeg)
I then cut the roof panels from some spare cardboard. Everyone has seen the gluing of roof panels so I'll show you something different.
I'll show you how I weighted the structure until the roof panel dried.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135241.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135241.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I just realized I forgot to take pictures of the office deck. Well, you can see the bottom of the deck in the picture above and the top of the deck in some of the following pictures. A senior moment no doubt! I'm having a lot of them lately.
Anyway, while at this years Expo, Reading Bob purchased some great roofing material from Stoney Creek. He gave me three packages, er, no I paid him. But, he did want to give them to me.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135301.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135301.jpeg)
This is the most realistic roof tarpaper I've seen on the market. You get three sheets for $3.
I cut the paper in scale 4' strips and used a 3M glue (permanent glue) stick to secure the paper to the roof decking.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135320.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135320.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135340.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135340.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I then painted a piece of scale 4x4 Aged Concrete and when dry cut 12, 3' pieces and glued them to the bottom of the structure. The lumber shed is old so I glued a couple of the pieces on a little crooked.
I also added the shed office sub roof.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135356.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135356.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I had a short piece of roofing paper left over so I thought I'd make a roll of tarpaper.
I rolled up the short piece and added a little glue from the glue stick to hold the paper. I cut a narrow piece of brown paper from an Ace Hardware bag and glued one end to the tarpaper.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135414.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135414.jpeg)
I then rolled the brown strip of paper around the roll and glued the other end.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135432.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135432.jpeg)
There, a little roll of tarpaper for the deck on the lumber shed office.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135453.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135453.jpeg)
Time for a Diet Pepsi break before the formula changes.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135513.jpeg)
I cut/made some step stringers and 2x6's for the deck steps - front and rear.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135531.jpeg)
I glued the stringers to the side of the deck and when dry added the steps pieces.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135555.jpeg)
More in a few.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135612.jpeg)
I weathered the roof using various shades of brown, gray, black and white pastel chalks.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135731.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135815.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I added a few signs to the main building.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135633.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135633.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135700.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135700.jpeg)
Now, I have to confess the LANGFORD WOOD sign was NOT my idea. Billy and Kris Cutler wanted my name on something. So, there ya go!
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135905.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135905.jpeg)
Final post of this thread to follow in a few minutes.
Here is what my workbench looks like after a build thread.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135924.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135924.jpeg)
And now you can see I'm ready for another build.
Perhaps it will be Rail Scale Miniatures Delwin's Boat and Net Storage.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135940.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135940.jpeg)
Thanks ya'll for following along.
Quote from: ACL1504 on May 02, 2015, 03:17:11 PM
I added a few signs to the main building.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135633.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135633.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135700.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135700.jpeg)
Now, I have to confess the LANGFORD WOOD sign was NOT my idea. Billy and Kris Cutler wanted my name on something. So, there ya go!
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135905.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-020515135905.jpeg)
Final post of this thread to follow in a few minutes.
I am sure glad plan A worked on this one Tom. We are glad and proud to have the Langford name on our layout my friend!! ;D ;D ;D. Can't wait to get it located in that area we have been talking about. Now I need to get a building named after Mr. Bob Butts to complete things. Butts ____. Any ideas
I am sure glad plan A worked on this one Tom. We are glad and proud to have the Langford name on our layout my friend!! ;D ;D ;D . Can't wait to get it located in that area we have been talking about. Now I need to get a building named after Mr. Bob Butts to complete things. Butts ____. Any ideas
Being happy with plan A is a good thing. I like plan A. I think the two building will really compliment the site plan. It was a fun build and rebuild.
I have Butts Meat on the Atlantic & Southern RR so you are on your own for the Butts _______ Place.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ACL1504 on May 02, 2015, 07:15:40 PM
I am sure glad plan A worked on this one Tom. We are glad and proud to have the Langford name on our layout my friend!! ;D ;D ;D . Can't wait to get it located in that area we have been talking about. Now I need to get a building named after Mr. Bob Butts to complete things. Butts ____. Any ideas
Being happy with plan A is a good thing. I like plan A. I think the two building will really compliment the site plan. It was a fun build and rebuild.
I have Butts Meat on the Atlantic & Southern RR so you are on your own for the Butts _______ Place.
Tom ;D
How about a flashback to basic training when we had to stand in line for just about everything .....
..... "Butts Nuts And Bolts" .... ????
Donato,
I still hate standing in line. Matter of fact I refuse to do so now.
Butt's Nuts and Bolts works.
When my family had a NC retreat home in Maggie Valley, we loved to go to one of the local BBQ's. That name was Butts on the Creek BBQ. We sat on wood benches and the restaurant was on Johnson's Creek. It was a great place to eat and put you butt on the bench! 8)
Tom ;D
Quote from: ACL1504 on May 02, 2015, 07:52:40 PM
Donato,
I still hate standing in line. Matter of fact I refuse to do so now.
Butt's Nuts and Bolts works.
When my family had a NC retreat home in Maggie Valley, we loved to go to one of the local BBQ's. That name was Butts on the Creek BBQ. We sat on wood benches and the restaurant was on Johnson's Creek. It was a great place to eat and put you butt on the bench! 8)
Tom ;D
... and along the lines of BBQ place .... how about "Butt's Benches, Chairs and Stools" ..... :D
Donato,
I believe they have decided to go with Butts Gas!
Tom ;D
Quote from: ACL1504 on May 03, 2015, 05:42:49 PM
Donato,
I believe they have decided to go with Butts Gas!
Tom ;D
... that works .... It's such a "classical" choice ..... ;)
1,2,3 ....
"Classical gas" .....
Holy Cow...I've been to Butts on the Creek BBQ in Maggie Valley...small world of Butts
John
Quote from: Cuse on May 03, 2015, 08:15:19 PM
Holy Cow...I've been to Butts on the Creek BBQ in Maggie Valley...small world of Butts
John
Butts on the Creek is a great BBQ joint and the folks who run it are really country folks. Yep, a small Butts world.
Tom ;D
Quote from: ACL1504 on May 04, 2015, 07:29:24 AM
Quote from: Cuse on May 03, 2015, 08:15:19 PM
Holy Cow...I've been to Butts on the Creek BBQ in Maggie Valley...small world of Butts
John
Butts on the Creek is a great BBQ joint and the folks who run it are really country folks. Yep, a small Butts world.
Tom ;D
"a small butts world".....have you been to Walmart lately? ;D :o ;)
I'm stayin' out of this. :)
Quote from: ReadingBob on May 04, 2015, 07:52:22 PM
I'm stayin' out of this. :)
...but....but....!!!!! :-\
Hi Tom;
Great job. I like the colors.
Karl
Karl,
Thank you, very much appreciated. Your comments are always encouraging.
Tom ;D
I just saw your posts of the lumber rack.....nice job, it looks great. 8)
Quote from: GPdemayo on May 09, 2015, 08:46:37 AM
I just saw your posts of the lumber rack.....nice job, it looks great. 8)
Greg,
Thanks very much. I appreciate your kind words. I jsut saw your post so now we are even.
Tom ;D
I forgot to update the thread. Bill came by Saturday morning as part of our SBG. He took possession of the two structures and returned them to the Pennsy.
I'll be going to Bill's on Monday morning to assist in getting the structures on the proper real estate location. I'll post photos of that session later in the week.
In the mean time and prior to the structures being moved to Tavares and the Pennsy, I added two additional signs to the front of the main building.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160515185759.jpeg)
Is Langford Wood a subsidiary of Langford Match or the other way around? :-\
Quote from: GPdemayo on May 17, 2015, 09:54:46 AM
Is Langford Wood a subsidiary of Langford Match or the other way around? :-\
Langford Match Company is a subsidiary of Langford Wood. Langford Wood supplies the wood for Langford Match. Some believe it is a hot partnership!
Tom 8)
Quote from: ACL1504 on May 17, 2015, 12:21:57 PM
Quote from: GPdemayo on May 17, 2015, 09:54:46 AM
Is Langford Wood a subsidiary of Langford Match or the other way around? :-\
Langford Match Company is a subsidiary of Langford Wood. Langford Wood supplies the wood for Langford Match. Some believe it is a hot partnership!
Tom 8)
Thanks for clearing that up.....I didn't want to get it wrong.....I hear the penalty is a match in the shoe! ;D
Tom,
I reviewed your completed rebuild thread today. Not only is a great job on the structures, there are some neat tips in the thread too. Using the soap, the DTI cherry red paint for the brick, rebuilding of the 2 front doors, the curtains, etc. Will follow your work again on this forum. Well done !
Tom ;)
Quote from: tom.boyd.125 on May 17, 2015, 03:30:34 PM
Tom,
I reviewed your completed rebuild thread today. Not only is a great job on the structures, there are some neat tips in the thread too. Using the soap, the DTI cherry red paint for the brick, rebuilding of the 2 front doors, the curtains, etc. Will follow your work again on this forum. Well done !
Tom ;)
Tom,
Thank you for the very kind words and post. It's always good to hear something new is learned from one of the threads. I like to use various shades of red for bricks as there are certainly many different colors for bricks. The DTI Cherry Red is one of them.
Thanks again for the support, I appreciate you taking the time to post a few comments. I'm looking forward to seeing you on one of the other build threads.
Tom ;D