My first Z Scale scratch-built building
Nov 4, 2019 17:38:51 GMT -5
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Post by altunha on Nov 4, 2019 17:38:51 GMT -5
I am a new Z Scaler (May 2019). My goal is to scratch build all of my layout buildings, using various materials, such as: Paper, Cardstock, Balsa, Basswood and Styrene. I’ve been working on developing a building process and working out details such as windows, doors, walls, roofs and trim. The scale itself has been a challenge for me, and after actually building a few buildings, finally made one with the properly proportioned windows and doors.
My layout 22”x36” Rokuhan track, AZL locos, various equipment. The layout is based on a Santa Fe branch in the wine country of California and will feature a Vineyard and Winery as the main focus, as well as a small village.
I’ve been enjoying my new Z Scale hobby (after almost 60 years of Lionel, HO, and N) since May, and I can honestly say that I have never enjoyed model railroading as much as I am now. It has been so much fun working on my layout and for the better part of 8 weeks, on creating my buildings.
i had a rough start in Z Scale, with my first locomotive and track from Micro-Trains. You may remember my many posts about the issues that I was experiencing early on. But with the many suggestions and guidance from many of you as well as some encouragement from local Z Scale modelers, I switched to AZL locomotives and Rokuhan track and have not looked back. I have also been following a number of good Facebook Groups, which have been extremely helpful.
Anyway, happy modeling!
My layout 22”x36” Rokuhan track, AZL locos, various equipment. The layout is based on a Santa Fe branch in the wine country of California and will feature a Vineyard and Winery as the main focus, as well as a small village.
I’ve been enjoying my new Z Scale hobby (after almost 60 years of Lionel, HO, and N) since May, and I can honestly say that I have never enjoyed model railroading as much as I am now. It has been so much fun working on my layout and for the better part of 8 weeks, on creating my buildings.
i had a rough start in Z Scale, with my first locomotive and track from Micro-Trains. You may remember my many posts about the issues that I was experiencing early on. But with the many suggestions and guidance from many of you as well as some encouragement from local Z Scale modelers, I switched to AZL locomotives and Rokuhan track and have not looked back. I have also been following a number of good Facebook Groups, which have been extremely helpful.
Anyway, happy modeling!
