I'm working on the Suwannee River Basin on the layout. There will be several back water structures in this area. Carolina Craftsman Kits Lucama Fish Camp #1 will be in the river basin. This will also be my first challenge build for the forum.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-120916161424.jpeg)
Pre-construction picture -
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-120916161441.jpeg)
Build on!!
Quote from: Raymo on September 12, 2016, 04:29:36 PM
Build on!!
(https://modelersforum.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.operation-alpha.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fwax-on-wax-off.jpg&hash=f1defb1382d790bf0638ceed0fef47bf7568ee89)
Hi Tom:
I'll be watching.
Karl
Paint the fence ?
Jaime
Narrow Gauge Convention photos (http://www.narrowperspective.com)
I'll be looking in..... :)
I will be watching also.
Jim
Quote from: Donato on September 12, 2016, 10:58:04 PM
Quote from: Raymo on September 12, 2016, 04:29:36 PM
Build on!!
(https://modelersforum.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.operation-alpha.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fwax-on-wax-off.jpg&hash=f1defb1382d790bf0638ceed0fef47bf7568ee89) (http://www.operation-alpha.com/wp-content/uploads/wax-on-wax-off.jpg)
Donato,
Right on, left-right, up-down, back and forth and forth and back.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on September 13, 2016, 07:37:46 AM
Hi Tom:
I'll be watching.
Karl
Karl,
Thank you, it will be a fun build.
Tom ;D
Quote from: NEMMRRC on September 13, 2016, 08:30:41 AM
Paint the fence ?
Jaime
Narrow Gauge Convention photos (http://www.narrowperspective.com)
Jaime,
Not painting the fence. I believe Donato was referring to the Karate Kid movie and the Master had him waxing the cars. The fence did come later but the was up and down.
Tom ;D
Quote from: GPdemayo on September 13, 2016, 09:03:30 AM
I'll be looking in..... :)
Greg,
Much appreciated.
Tom ;D
Quote from: jimmillho on September 13, 2016, 11:19:36 AM
I will be watching also.
Jim
Jim,
Happy to have you join the fun.
Tom ;D
I bought this kit from Groovy Jeff in Scranton at the Expo. I needed to check the size to see if it would fit where I had in mind for it to fit.
Well, it does fit that spot but I need four more and this kit is no longer on the CCK site. No problem, I'm going to scratch build the other four.
Here is where three of them will go. This is the north side of the Suwannee River Basin.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130916171234.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130916171234.jpeg)
The other two will go on the other side of the bascule bridge. One on the north side and the other on the south.
Those of you that have followed my build threads in the past know I always like to make sure the windows and doors fit in the laser cut openings prior to any painting/staining.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130916171247.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-130916171247.jpeg)
As you see, all fits fine.
I started making copies of the original walls.
I'd like to share a little tip on drawing/copying multiple wall sections. I never draw them as I show in the photo below.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155152.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155152.jpeg)
When you cut down the middle one wall will suffer a little "shortening". And, if you sand and square the ends you will be changing the length and or the width of the wall.
I've always draw or copy the walls as shown in the photo below.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155214.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155214.jpeg)
I'm not saying you can't use one wall line for two separate sections, but having two wall lines is a much better way to have the best results.
When cutting the horizontal walls, I've also found that I could use one line for the two sections. I only do this on small builds and as mentioned, only on horizontal wall cuts.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155203.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155203.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
The other four structure walls were all drawn on the a sheet of random siding.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155114.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155114.jpeg)
After these were drawn, I cut them off the sheet and did the front walls.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155126.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155126.jpeg)
I then did all the side walls.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155138.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155138.jpeg)
NOTE: I always draw and cut from the back side of the siding.
Continued in a few.
When I cut new walls from a sheet of siding, I use a square to keep the cut straight. I also stand up while doing this as it lets me see the angle of the blade better.
When cutting in a seated position, I've noticed the cut is at an angle.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155232.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155232.jpeg)
The first front wall section was cut out.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155244.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155244.jpeg)
The rest were cut and I changed the #11 blade often to get the best cut line to reduce sanding.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155312.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155312.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155258.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155258.jpeg)
Time for my "you know what" break!
Since I'm building four additional fishing huts or shacks, I needed to have more doors and windows. A few months back I purchased the Tichy 200 door and window assortment box.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155337.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155337.jpeg)
Prior to installing the new doors and windows, I sanded all the wall edges to ensure they were somewhat square. I especially do this on kits with laser cut walls. The laser cuts at an angle and I've noticed in the past this angle interferes with the tight fit of the corner posts.
I use an Emory board as it has the best grit for sanding the edges. Any medium or light grit sandpaper will do as well.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155325.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155325.jpeg)
More in a few.
I wanted to change the look, just a little of a couple of the shacks so I changed one door and a few of the windows.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155349.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155349.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155401.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155401.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155417.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155417.jpeg)
I added 4 X 4 scale strip wood to the corners of the peaked ends.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155447.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155447.jpeg)
When the corner posts were dry, I added 8 X 8 scale strip wood to the back of all the wall sections.
You can see that I've added more bracing than necessary, but hey, I live in Florida and the humidity has taught me a few structure build lessons.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155458.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-150916155458.jpeg)
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Quote from: Raymo on September 15, 2016, 08:23:43 PM
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Dan - technically I think you have to start with two. Just sayin! But your point is made.
Great build thread! I'll be watching this for sure.
Quote from: Raymo on September 15, 2016, 08:23:43 PM
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Raymo,
Yes, I started with one and ended up with four additional. So, that would be start with one and end up with five, correct? :-\
Tom 8)
Quote from: S&S RR on September 15, 2016, 10:28:35 PM
Quote from: Raymo on September 15, 2016, 08:23:43 PM
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Dan - technically I think you have to start with two. Just sayin! But your point is made.
John,
Where did you get the photo of Dan?
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916082832.gif) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916082832.gif)
Tom ;D
Quote from: MAP on September 16, 2016, 06:09:52 AM
Great build thread! I'll be watching this for sure.
Mark,
Thank you, much appreciated. I'm happy you are following along.
Tom ;D
On Jaime's tractor build thread, a discussion came up about the Tamiya paints. They are acrylic paints but have an alcohol base instead of being water based.
http://modelersforum.com/kit-building/tamiya-komatsu-g40-bulldozer-build-challenge-2016/ (http://modelersforum.com/kit-building/tamiya-komatsu-g40-bulldozer-build-challenge-2016/)
The active ingredients for Tamiya paints are Isopropanol and Glycol ethers. This is why they "smell funny" and dry fairly quickly. The spray faster than the full strength paint.
I've used Tamiya paints on wood models in the past and really like them. They can be thinned with Isopropyl Alcohol.
Okay, enough of that stuff.
I decided to experiment with some this morning.
More in a few.
Quote from: ACL1504 on September 16, 2016, 08:52:04 AM
On Jaime's tractor build thread, a discussion came up about the Tamiya paints. They are acrylic paints but have an alcohol base instead of being water based.
http://modelersforum.com/kit-building/tamiya-komatsu-g40-bulldozer-build-challenge-2016/ (http://modelersforum.com/kit-building/tamiya-komatsu-g40-bulldozer-build-challenge-2016/)
The active ingredients for Tamiya paints are Isopropanol and Glycol ethers. This is why they "smell funny" and dry fairly quickly. The spray faster than the full strength paint.
I've used Tamiya paints on wood models in the past and really like them. They can be thinned with Isopropyl Alcohol.
Okay, enough of that stuff.
I decided to experiment with some this morning.
More in a few.
Thanks for the explanation. Faster is better when it comes to drying paint. Isn't it?!
Jaime
Narrow Gauge Convention photos - lots of them (http://www.narrowperspective.com)
I chose Tamiya paint # XF-21 SKY to test. I know you are probably thinking that SKY is blue. Normally yes, but the paint is a very pale Green.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916084203.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916084203.jpeg)
For my test, I used the Tamiya paint, Hunterline Weathering Mix of Creosote and Light Gray and Isopropyl alcohol.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916084138.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916084138.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
Quote from: NEMMRRC on September 16, 2016, 09:02:52 AM
Thanks for the explanation. Faster is better when it comes to drying paint. Isn't it?!
Jaime
Narrow Gauge Convention photos - lots of them (http://www.narrowperspective.com)
Jaime,
Yes, most defiinitely.
Tom ;D
Referring to the picture below, the sample on the left had Creosote applied first and then a coat of the Sky thinned with alcohol. You can see a little of the green.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916084150.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916084150.jpeg)
The middle sample has a light gray coat of A&I followed by the green thinned with alcohol.
The top right sample has the green applied directly to the bare wood and thinned with alcohol.
The bottom right has the green painted on full strength straight from the bottle/jar. The two samples on the right look the same in the photo but they are slightly different.
In the next photo, I added an application of the Hunterline Light Gray to the top right sample AFTER the paint dried. I waited an hour prior to applying the A&I to the sample.
This is the color combination I'll use on one of the fishing shacks. You can see its a little darker.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916084215.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916084215.jpeg)
Hi Tom:
Sure looks like your having lots of fun.
Karl
Quote from: S&S RR on September 15, 2016, 10:28:35 PM
Quote from: Raymo on September 15, 2016, 08:23:43 PM
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Dan - technically I think you have to start with two. Just sayin! But your point is made.
What if the one you have is already pregnant?
Quote from: ACL1504 on September 16, 2016, 08:27:05 AM
Quote from: Raymo on September 15, 2016, 08:23:43 PM
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Raymo,
Yes, I started with one and ended up with four additional. So, that would be start with one and end up with five, correct? :-\
Tom 8)
You are correct Professor Langford. I'll spend the rest of my day in the corner with my dunce cap on! 😞
Quote from: postalkarl on September 16, 2016, 10:31:45 AM
Hi Tom:
Sure looks like your having lots of fun.
Karl
Karl,
Yes, I certainly am. This is fun for sure.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Raymo on September 16, 2016, 10:32:08 AM
Quote from: S&S RR on September 15, 2016, 10:28:35 PM
Quote from: Raymo on September 15, 2016, 08:23:43 PM
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Dan - technically I think you have to start with two. Just sayin! But your point is made.
What if the one you have is already pregnant?
What if only what if!
Tom ;D
Quote from: Raymo on September 16, 2016, 10:34:26 AM
Quote from: ACL1504 on September 16, 2016, 08:27:05 AM
Quote from: Raymo on September 15, 2016, 08:23:43 PM
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Raymo,
Yes, I started with one and ended up with four additional. So, that would be start with one and end up with five, correct? :-\
Tom 8)
You are correct Professor Langford. I'll spend the rest of my day in the corner with my dunce cap on! 😞
Okay, you can come out of the corner now!
Tom ;D
Thank you.
I started painting the one shack with the Tamiya Sky. I dipped the brush in the paint and then into some clean alcohol and applied this to the wall section.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163858.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163858.jpeg)
While the wall section was still wet I dabbed it twice onto a clean paper towel.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163909.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163909.jpeg)
This removed all the paint on the edges of the raised siding and exposed the bare wood.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163923.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163923.jpeg)
Now when this dries it will take the A&I weathering mix better.
More in a few.
Quote from: Raymo on September 16, 2016, 04:53:45 PM
Thank you.
You are very welcome and remember it was a self imposed corner sitting.
Tom 8)
The happy hut painted with the Tamiya Sky (green) will be the one closest to the viewer. I wanted to give it a little extra treatment like some replaced boards.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164036.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164036.jpeg)
Here is how I did it. I used a new #11 Xacto blade and cut one of the boards on both ends of where I wanted a replacement.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164050.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164050.jpeg)
I then made a horizontal cut on the top of that board.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164101.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164101.jpeg)
I then cut under that board at the angle of the siding.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164116.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164116.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
Quote from: Raymo on September 16, 2016, 10:32:08 AM
Quote from: S&S RR on September 15, 2016, 10:28:35 PM
Quote from: Raymo on September 15, 2016, 08:23:43 PM
They're like rabbits. Start with one then you have 4 ;D
Dan - technically I think you have to start with two. Just sayin! But your point is made.
What if the one you have is already pregnant?
Then your rabbits are spending time at the neighbors and your not sure how many rabbits you have. Which is why Prof. Langford had to correct your math. Okay this is over now and Tom can have his build thread back. ;)
The cut board was then removed.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164127.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164127.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164141.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164141.jpeg)
The boards on the siding are a scale 6". However, I only removed the exposed board so I'll only use a 1 X 4 to fill t he gap.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164216.jpeg)
I haven't applied the weathering mix yet so the boards are cut and just laying in the gaps so you can see what they look like.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164234.jpeg)
More in a few.
Here are the green walls after painting. NOTE: I haven't removed any boards in the photo.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164023.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164023.jpeg)
Here are the same walls after the Hunterline Light Gray weathering mix was applied and the new boards in place.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164234.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164234.jpeg)
Two of the shacks were painted with thinned Floquil Reefer White.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163955.jpeg)
Same walls after the A&I applied.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164310.jpeg)
More in a few.
One shack was painted with thinned Tamiya Desert Yellow.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164010.jpeg)
Same with the A&I applied.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164259.jpeg)
And the last one was painted with thinned Floquil CN Gray.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163935.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916163935.jpeg)
With A&I applied.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164248.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164248.jpeg)
Time for a refreshment break. Back after this extended intermission.
All windows and doors were painted white. When dry they were dipped into the light gray weathering mix.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164330.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916164345.jpeg)
All five shacks are now glued together.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182038.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182038.jpeg)
And here is where four of them will rest. Of course they will be further out over the water.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182053.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182053.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182123.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182123.jpeg)
More in a few.
The fifth rabbit, er, I mean shack, will be on the other side of the track.
This is the one Raymo forgot to count.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182140.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182140.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182154.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-160916182154.jpeg)
You got a full head of steam there Tom, moving right along.
Looking good Tom
Jim
Wow Tom, you're really cranking these out! Looking great.
Quote from: ak-milw on September 16, 2016, 06:43:24 PM
You got a full head of steam there Tom, moving right along.
Andy,
Yep, I've been moving right along the mainline on this build. Thanks for stopping by.
Tom ;D
Quote from: jimmillho on September 16, 2016, 10:20:14 PM
Looking good Tom
Jim
Butty Jim,
Thanks, much appreciated. One is just as easy as five.
Tom ;D
Quote from: MAP on September 17, 2016, 06:27:32 AM
Wow Tom, you're really cranking these out! Looking great.
Mark,
Appreciate the kind words of support. This has been project.
Tom ;D
Tom
Great job on the builds so far.
Tom, love the concept. Are you going to pack them close together?
Quote from: Twopoint2 on September 17, 2016, 07:05:38 AM
Tom
Great job on the builds so far.
;D Jim,
Thanks very much. I appreciate you checking in and following along.
Tom ;D
Quote from: MartyO on September 17, 2016, 07:40:29 AM
Tom, love the concept. Are you going to pack them close together?
Marty,
Thank you, much appreciated. They will be close together but the center two will be closer to each other than the two on the outside. I plan on having a shared ramp between #1 and #2 and between #3 and #4. The ramp will lead down to the dock.
Tom ;D
This afternoon I got the doors and windows installed. I also made small concrete pads for the front of each "Happy Hut".
I'm surprised no one has asked why these are "Happy Huts".
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181558.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181558.jpeg)
Looks like this lady isn't happy at the moment.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181612.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181612.jpeg)
More in a few.
In order to determine the height of the pilings, I used a metal bar and measured from the river bed to the bottom of the bar. The height was 1 1/2 inch.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181627.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181627.jpeg)
I then cut ten 1/8 " dowels to that length. Two of the dowels/pilings were glued to the bottom rear of each happy hut/shack.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181645.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181645.jpeg)
I forgot to mention that I stained and glued scale 8 X 8's to the bottom of each shack.
Continued in a few.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181702.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181702.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181715.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-180916181715.jpeg)
I'll work on the dock ramps and dock next. Cross bracing and horizontal bracing still needed.
Your happy huts are coming along great Tom !! This ugh to be quit the scene when it all comes together.
--Paul
Quote from: PaulS on September 18, 2016, 07:09:09 PM
Your happy huts are coming along great Tom !! This ugh to be quit the scene when it all comes together.
--Paul
Paul,
Thanks very much. I'm really excited to get moving on this area. I plan on having it finished by the end of October of this year.
Tom ;D
Today I worked on the dock for the fishing shacks. After building the dock frame, stringers and planks I noticed some glue squeezed through a few of the planks.
I used an Emory board to remove the glue spots. I used the white side of the board and gently removed the glue. I was so pleased with how the planks looked after the sanding I used the Emory board on the entire dock planks.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916160933.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916160933.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916160947.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916160947.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161000.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161000.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I used the white side on Delwin's docks also.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161031.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161031.jpeg)
Break time, back in a few.
Finished the dock with pilings, cross and horizontal bracing. When the glue dried I touched up any exposed lumber ends with A&I stain.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161017.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161017.jpeg)
I also added the dock approach ramps.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161045.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161045.jpeg)
More in a few.
Quote from: ACL1504 on September 19, 2016, 04:19:03 PM
I used the white side on Delwin's docks also.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161031.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161031.jpeg)
Break time, back in a few.
Boy! That adds another layer to weathering! :D
Here is how it looks at this point.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161112.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161112.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161059.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161059.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916162908.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916162908.jpeg)
Quote from: Raymo on September 19, 2016, 04:28:54 PM
Quote from: ACL1504 on September 19, 2016, 04:19:03 PM
I used the white side on Delwin's docks also.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161031.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-190916161031.jpeg)
Break time, back in a few.
Boy! That adds another layer to weathering! :D
Raymo,
It sure does, I'm surprised I never thought of it before. Well, I didn't think of it this time either. 8) 8) 8)
Just trying to get the glue off and whaalaa!
Tom ;D
Tom, it is coming along quite well. The dock brings it together.
The dock decks are looking great , board by board is certainly paying off.
Quote from: MartyO on September 19, 2016, 04:32:36 PM
Tom, it is coming along quite well. The dock brings it together.
Marty,
Thanks for checking in. Yes, the docks do seem to make the scene complete - for now anyway. I have more details to add.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Janbouli on September 19, 2016, 05:03:43 PM
The dock decks are looking great , board by board is certainly paying off.
Jan,
I appreciate the kind words of support for the build. The board by board adds a touch of realism to the scene.
Tom ;D
I applied the horizontal and cross bracing to the fishing shacks today.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220916173549.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-220916173613.jpeg)
I'll be adding the roofs next.
Excellent progress Tom
Tom
You are moving right along - some first class modeling my friend.
Hi Tom:
Looks very cool so far. I'll be following long.
Karl
Love the woman in the left shack. Cool.
This is coming together wonderfully. Any plans to install lighting in any of the shacks? 8) It's be a shame to have Delwin's all lit up and the shacks dark. ;)
Be careful with the lights........make sure you check with the lady in the shack what she wants ;D ;D ;D ;D
The scene is looking awesome. 8) 8)
Jim
Quote from: MAP on September 22, 2016, 08:39:37 PM
Excellent progress Tom
Mark,
Thank you sir. It has been fun.
Tom ;D
Quote from: S&S RR on September 22, 2016, 10:07:23 PM
Tom
You are moving right along - some first class modeling my friend.
John,
Yepper, got to keep moving. Don't want any rust to get in my joints. And, thank you for the kind words of support.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on September 23, 2016, 08:55:51 AM
Hi Tom:
Looks very cool so far. I'll be following long.
Karl
Karl,
Thank you, very much appreciated.
Tom ;D
Quote from: MartyO on September 23, 2016, 09:11:36 AM
Love the woman in the left shack. Cool.
Marty,
Thank you. She is either looking for someone or someone for business. 8)
Tom ;D
Quote from: ReadingBob on September 23, 2016, 11:33:15 AM
This is coming together wonderfully. Any plans to install lighting in any of the shacks? 8) It's be a shame to have Delwin's all lit up and the shacks dark. ;)
Bob,
It really surprises me just how great the scenes have been coming together. Much better than the old layout. I do plan on lighting the shacks but not sure how yet. Meaning not sure where the lights will go. I'm going to have a light on a utility pole outside the shacks and I'll have a little shade light over each door. Just not sure of the interiors other than the lady in the window.
Tom ;D
Quote from: jimmillho on September 23, 2016, 01:39:38 PM
Be careful with the lights........make sure you check with the lady in the shack what she wants ;D ;D ;D ;D
The scene is looking awesome. 8) 8)
Jim
Jimbo,
We all know that Slim's LEDs do catch fire. Just ask Jimmy! I know what the lady in the shack wants and I can't help her. 8) Thank you for the compliment.
Tom ;D
I found some time to start applying shingles to the roofs. I decided to use Campbell shingles for all five of the shacks. This created much more work than simply using the rolled roofing but I wanted this particular look.
The roof panel that came with the kit was a little smaller than I wanted so I used it as a pattern to cut one just a "bit" larger.
In the following photo you can see just how big a "bit" is. 8) 8)
Obviously the old roof panel is on the top.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155106.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155106.jpeg)
While at last years Expo, I picked up ten panels of lined chipboard. I used the lined chipboard to cut five roof panels.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155118.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155118.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155132.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155132.jpeg)
More in a few.
I laid the roof panels flat and applied the shingles. It took 36 rows for each of the five shack roofs. When the shingles were dry, I cut off the excess but left a little on each side. I planned on adding an exterior rafter so I wanted the extra shingles to cover the top of the rafter.
Its also easier to apply the shingles to the panels when flat as opposed to doing it with bracing under the panel. My bracing came later.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155145.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155145.jpeg)
I've seen models in the past where the exterior rafter is glued to the bottom side of the roof panel. This allows the viewer to see the rafter and the edge of the cardboard and then the roofing material. In my opinion this detracts from the model. This method works when using rolled roofing material as you can bend it over the edge to cover the edge of the chip board.
When all the roof panels were shingled and dry I added the bracing. I marked each roof to fit one particular shack. Assuming they are all the same; however, I did brace each one as it fit on a particular shack.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155159.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155159.jpeg)
The underside of the roof panels were all painted white to match the windows, doors and the exterior rafters.
I painted a few scale 2 X 6's white and set them aside to dry. When dry I cut them to fit under the Campbell shingles and edge glued them to the edge of the roof panel.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155212.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155212.jpeg)
When the rafters were dry, I used a new #11 blade and trimmed the shingles flush with the outside of the rafter.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155225.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155225.jpeg)
I then trimmed the ends of the four exterior rafters on each shack.
More in a few.
Here is how they look after trimming the rafter ends.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155238.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155251.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155305.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155305.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155318.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-051016155318.jpeg)
I still need to add the ridge shingles, add a roof top pipe for the bathroom, stain the shingles and the exterior rafters.
Very nicely done Tom. :) I had a similar build on my N scale layout.
Stay cool and run steam....... 8) 8)
Quote from: Powersteamguy1790 on October 05, 2016, 04:29:03 PM
Very nicely done Tom. :) I had a similar build on my N scale layout.
Stay cool and run steam....... 8) 8)
Bob,
Thank you, much appreciated.
Tom ;D
I finished the roofs on the five fishing shacks this afternoon.
Most people, and I've seen some on this forum, don't finish the ridge cap on the structures. Some just leave it like the one shown in the photo below.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165511.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165511.jpeg)
This is actually my fish camp shack and I need to add two more strips of shingles. One on each side of the ridge.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165529.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165529.jpeg)
More in a few.
I cut the shingle strips in small pieces so that the single piece has two shingles on each. I then folded the shingle in the center, wet it and apply it to the ridge of the roof.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165553.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165553.jpeg)
For my five shacks, I had to use 200 short shingle pieces, 40 per shack ridge.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165607.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165607.jpeg)
This certainly looks better than the one shown below.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165511.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165511.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I still need to add a vent pipe on each roof and then stain and weather the shingles.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165620.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-101016165620.jpeg)
Looking good Tom!
Wow, you are really making some great progress Tom. Lots of attention to detail is making the shacks really standout models. Although I've seen other folks do the roof like you showed I've never tried putting shingles on before attaching the cardstock to the building. I may try this with my build. Thanks again for all the pics!
Hi Tom:
Looks great so far. Can't wait to see a little more detail.
Karl
Quote from: MAP on October 11, 2016, 06:20:47 AM
Wow, you are really making some great progress Tom. Lots of attention to detail is making the shacks really standout models. Although I've seen other folks do the roof like you showed I've never tried putting shingles on before attaching the cardstock to the building. I may try this with my build. Thanks again for all the pics!
Mark,
I appreciate the compliment. I at all possible, I'll do the shingles first(provided I'm using Campbells) and then attach the roof. I then if you are using other brand shingles, the roof should be in place first.
Tom ;D
Quote from: postalkarl on October 11, 2016, 07:55:33 AM
Hi Tom:
Looks great so far. Can't wait to see a little more detail.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks very much, more details will be added as I get to them.
Tom ;D
Worked on the fishing shacks over the past week.
I painted five vent stacks for the shacks. These are nothing more than the little red tube that fits on the end of the nozzle of a compressed-gas duster. It just happened to be five inches long. I cut five equal length pieces.
I then painted them with Floquil Weathered Black.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132834.jpeg)
More in a few.
While the vents were drying, I started picking the shingles on the fishing shacks. When first applied, they are really flat and don't look natural or weathered.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132849.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132849.jpeg)
I used a #17 Xacto blade to lift many of the shingles.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132903.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132903.jpeg)
I then applied one coat of Hunterline Driftwood A&I stain to the roofs. Forgot to take the photo of the roofs here but you can see them in subsequent posts.
More in a few.
I used my punch to "punch" holes in the roofs for the vent pipe.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132917.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132917.jpeg)
Reading Bob was kind enough to give me a bottle of Gallery Glass simulated liquid leading.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132930.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132930.jpeg)
Bob and I use this for the pitch around the pipes. It can also be used for other areas on buildings.
Mine was a little dried out and thick. I added just a bit of warm water and gave it a vigorous shaking. I then squirted a little on the hole.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132944.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132944.jpeg)
Continued in a few.
I then inserted a pipe into the hole and through the liquid leading.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132957.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016132957.jpeg)
Now all five shacks have a vent pipe. I still need to add more roof weathering
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016133010.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-251016133010.jpeg)
Well, for the purposes of this thread the fishing shacks are finished.
I dry brushed the roofs with Floquil Antique White and then did a light dusting with some light gray pastels.
Any other photos of them will be part of the regular layout build.
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-271016174431.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-271016174431.jpeg)
(https://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-271016174444.jpeg) (http://modelersforum.com/gallery/24-271016174444.jpeg)
Hi Tom:
Your fishing shacks look great on the layout. Keep up the good work.
Karl
Quote from: postalkarl on October 28, 2016, 07:54:45 AM
Hi Tom:
Your fishing shacks look great on the layout. Keep up the good work.
Karl
Karl,
Thanks very much, it was a fun build X5.
Tom ;D
Well done Tom..... 8)
Nice job Tom........I just gotta ask. What is the stack of loose boards in the middle of the track for ?
Jim
Nice looking shacks, Tom.
Jeff
Tom:
You did an outstanding job of reproducing the shingles on the roofs of those shacks. Very nicely done.
Stay cool and run steam...... 8) 8)
Quote from: GPdemayo on October 28, 2016, 04:18:44 PM
Well done Tom..... 8)
Thanks Greg, much appreciated.
Tom ;D
Quote from: jimmillho on October 28, 2016, 06:05:28 PM
Nice job Tom........I just gotta ask. What is the stack of loose boards in the middle of the track for ?
Jim
Jim,
I appreciate the kind words. The stack of loose boards are going to be glued to the ties between the rails on the bascule bridge. I didn't want to loose them so I put them where they will go.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Zephyrus52246 on October 28, 2016, 06:52:02 PM
Nice looking shacks, Tom.
Jeff
Jeff,
Thanks very much. They were a fun build. Appreciate you stopping in for a look.
Tom ;D
Quote from: Powersteamguy1790 on October 29, 2016, 03:37:48 PM
Tom:
You did an outstanding job of reproducing the shingles on the roofs of those shacks. Very nicely done.
Stay cool and run steam...... 8) 8)
Bob,
You are to kind my friend. Thanks very much.
Tom ;D
Tom
It looks like you are making good use of that extra time in the train room.
Quote from: S&S RR on October 29, 2016, 09:05:45 PM
Tom
It looks like you are making good use of that extra time in the train room.
John,
Sorry, I didn't see your last post. Yes, the extra time came in handy.
Tom ;D