micro on30 layout build

on30porterboy Mar 18, 2012

  1. on30porterboy

    on30porterboy TrainBoard Member

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    Hi, i am new to this form. i have a small n scale layout and want to build a another on30 layout (my dog tor up the last one). here is my track plan

    on30 layout track plan.jpg

    thanks
     
  2. HOexplorer

    HOexplorer TrainBoard Supporter

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    I assume you have a Porter? Which one? The radii in this plan look pretty small. Glad to see a small On30 layout being considered. Jim:tb-biggrin:
     
  3. on30porterboy

    on30porterboy TrainBoard Member

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    yes a gas 0-4-0 bachmann
     
  4. BoxcabE50

    BoxcabE50 HOn30 & N Scales Staff Member TrainBoard Supporter

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    I'd sure be interested in seeing some photos of what you build!
     
  5. on30porterboy

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    yup i just need to go get the foam i traded for with a few n scale train cars
     
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  8. BoxcabE50

    BoxcabE50 HOn30 & N Scales Staff Member TrainBoard Supporter

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    I really like those little engines. Their side rods flailing away, makes it seem as though they are doing some serious work. :)
     
  9. on30porterboy

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    i like em too. That's why i bought it. :)
     
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  12. SteamDonkey74

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    I watched your run around with the small diesel. What are your ideas for the spur?
     
  13. BoxcabE50

    BoxcabE50 HOn30 & N Scales Staff Member TrainBoard Supporter

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    Not at all. There have been 450+ views of the topic. So obviously there is interest. Myself included...
     
  14. on30porterboy

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    ummmm spur you mean layout???? i have alot planed i want to build a engine shed and a mini freight depot. and add some grasses. :) i havent been able to work on it very often because im in the middle of moving.
     
  15. SteamDonkey74

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    Well, you basically have an oval with a single spur. I take it that's where the engine shed will go now that you've listed it. That can make for a very nice scene.
     
  16. on30porterboy

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    thank you :) I hope so :)
     
  17. railtwister

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    Moving can be very disruptive, especially to model railroading. At least with a Micro Layout, you can usually take it with you, rather than having to tear it down and start over. I've been thinking for a long time that an On30 Micro Layout might be fun to try. Please keep us posted of any progress.

    Bill in FtL
     
  18. on30porterboy

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    yes its all safe and sound :). they are alot of fun to build PM me if you do build one :).
     
  19. BoxcabE50

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    Please share it with us if you do build one!
     

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