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Rush City Yard Minnesota

Discussion in 'Planks, Switching and Shelf Layouts' started by Ron, Jun 11, 2017.

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  1. Jul 22, 2017 #101
    gormo

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    OK Ron,

    So you`re the guy that`s been around our area in the middle of the night.!!!.....I`d know that graffiti anywhere buddy....!!!!

    Nice work mate....:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

    http://www.click:tophat:Gormo
     
  2. Jul 22, 2017 #102
    Keith M

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    Yes, it's certainly coming along at a fast rate now, Ron. Well done that man!
    Keith.
     
  3. Jul 23, 2017 #103
    Ron

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    Found a handy way to mask the exit line from the yard..?
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  4. Jul 23, 2017 #104
    Gary

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    That is a nice idea. Plenty of Short Haul branch line railroads ran through forested areas as such, just google/youtube short haul railroads ! Another idea is shipping containers stacked up three or four high... Downloadable shipping containers are available quite cheaply too..

    http://krafttrains.com/Paper_Struchers_for_Trains/HO/Containers-(HO)/HO_Containers.htm

    Maybe even Peter (PC163) can supply you with some of his own... :scratchchin:

    http://www.platform1mrc.com/view_post.php?post_id=31682

    Cheers, Gary.
     
  5. Jul 23, 2017 #105
    Ron

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    That's a handy container site Gary thanks, have just put some existing tree's around the exit to get an idea of what it could be like..
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  6. Jul 23, 2017 #106
    Gary

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    I have used trees made from seafoam (amongst a few pine trees) which allows you to take the foliage to the ground, or at least close enough to the ground so that low shrubs, grasses, brambles etc can be positioned underneath. This blocks the road scene on Jay Dubyew Nth Yard almost completely, which in turn fools the eye believing the road goes 'somewhere' !

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    I used the Joe Fix Studio's sea foam pack (scroll down) :
    http://www.joefix-studio.be/producten.asp?taal=UK&groep=900

    Alternatively, there are these products from Howard Scenic Supplies : http://www.howardscenicsupplies.co.uk/categories/Trees/Natural-Fibre-Trees-%26-Bushes/

    Cheers, Gary.
     
  7. Jul 23, 2017 #107
    Toto

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    I like that idea Ron. The picture looks good if it can be replicated. Looks like you are well on your way to achieving it.:thumbs:
     
  8. Jul 24, 2017 #108
    Ron

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    Thanks, I'll build a small mound at the entrance to lift the trees and bushes to hide the gap:thumbup:
     
  9. Jul 24, 2017 #109
    Ron

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    Think I might change the layout name to Rush City yard[/u] as there are a couple of other creeks about on the forum and this is a more accurate title I think?What do you think??
     
  10. Jul 24, 2017 #110
    SMR CHRIS

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    Ron wrote:
    I like the name as it is, Its very US
    If you were going to change it "Rock City Yard" has a good sound to it.:lol::giggle:

    I can see where your going with the Rush City Yard:avatar:
     
  11. Jul 24, 2017 #111
    Ron

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    Rush City Yard is a true location Chris, I have passed through Rush City on a journey to Minneapolis in 2006. Photo of the yard below, not sure about Rock City!!:scratchchin:
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  12. Jul 24, 2017 #112
    SMR CHRIS

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    :thumbs::thumbs::thumbs:
     
  13. Jul 26, 2017 #113
    Ron

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    Now finished the central legs and started on the embankment.


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  14. Jul 27, 2017 #114
    Ron

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    New shineys, only apart from the diesel they are not shiny anymore!!A grain car lightly dusted
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    A 50' plug door boxcar, dirtied.
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    AND a new Alco S2 switcher WITH SOUND!!
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    Cheers
    Ron
    Decided after listening to this that I didn't like the air-horn tone so found the relevant CV and changed it!!
     
  15. Jul 27, 2017 #115
    jakesdad13

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    Sounds much better Ron :thumbup:, the freight cars look impressive with the light weathering as well! great stuff.

    Pete.
     
  16. Jul 27, 2017 #116
    Toto

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    Look good Ron. I can't listen to the sound right now as I'm in me kip. SWMBO would have a fit. :avatar: saving that for tomorrow ..... The sound that is ...... Not the fit. :avatar:
     
  17. Jul 29, 2017 #117
    Ron

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    Time to listen??

     
  18. Jul 30, 2017 #118
    Ron

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    Another track ballasted, slow and steady progress for me!
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  19. Jul 30, 2017 #119
    Toto

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    Nice sound there Ron. I notice your welder working away on the shed. :thumbs:

    Did you say slow progress. Don't think so ..... You are always full steam ahead. The ballasting looks great as does the over growth on the track next to it. The bit rail lying along side the track is a nice touch as well.

    Job well done Sir.

    Cheers

    Toto
     
  20. Aug 1, 2017 #120
    Ron

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    Bit more ballasting done today, I want to try and finish it tomorrow as we are away with the caravan till Sunday night!
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    The yellow paint will be covered at a later date (uncoupling magnets!)
    Cheers
    Ron
     
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