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Post by pcbpoppy on Feb 9, 2021 10:23:28 GMT -5
I was inspired by the Marklin track plan that Rob Kluz revisited in the Nov/Dec 2020 issue of Ztrack Magazine. A few years ago I had started a N Scale layout featuring the port here in Panama City Florida but never completed. The port is serviced by the short line here.
I will be starting this project in earnest in March 2021. The biggest task before me will be a water pour for the port. I am leaning toward using the Woodland Scenics products but using their calculator it appears to be an expensive proposition for the area to be covered. Also I'm trying to figure how deep to pour it to make it look convincing. I have (2) 130' coastal freighters to use in the scene. These are 3D printed water line vessels. Any recommendations and tips for the water will be appreciated.
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Post by Rob Albritton on Feb 9, 2021 10:36:44 GMT -5
Paint a flat surface, then cover with gloss medium. That does a great job of simulating small waves in a harbor.
Poured clear resins are better for super flat water, like ponds.
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Post by cwrr on Feb 9, 2021 10:38:51 GMT -5
Hey, I was just reading this Ztrack Magazine article last night!
I was thinking it'd work to have a rail barge set up where the crane is next to the second boat with a small pier and apron for the barge going out into the water. Give you more switching moves, and interchange with other railroads.
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Post by pcbpoppy on Feb 9, 2021 10:48:02 GMT -5
Paint a flat surface, then cover with gloss medium. That does a great job of simulating small waves in a harbor. Poured clear resins are better for super flat water, like ponds. Thanks Rob. |
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Post by CNE1899 on Feb 19, 2021 20:19:55 GMT -5
Charles,
Nice layout! Compact but interesting. I'll be following.
Scott
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