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Post by smr on Aug 7, 2015 8:59:04 GMT -5
I'm still amazed at this layout. That's a skill I'd love to have but I don't know where to start. I'll have to look into the German models. What do you mean by you have to look into the German models?? |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2015 11:47:56 GMT -5
I'm still amazed at this layout. That's a skill I'd love to have but I don't know where to start. I'll have to look into the German models. What do you mean by you have to look into the German models?? "Dirk is building the models by Kitbashing existing kits from mainly German producers such as Kibri, Lüttke, Saller and especially from Archistories and MBZ. I really recommend that you check out the MBZ web page!! Thomas Osswald has done a marvelous job and you can pick and choose from myriads of models >> . I give you three examples where you can see how Dirk is using bits and pieces from existing kits to build his unique model" I have heard of Archistories but I haven't bought any models from any of the above listed producers you mentioned. That's what I meant by German products. Read more: azlforum.com/thread/497/deal-island-chesapeake-bay-220?page=3#ixzz3i9GzqWqr |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2015 11:49:44 GMT -5
What did you do for the sky backdrop? For all the pictures taken during the construction period we have to use a "mobile setup", which you can see on the picture added: View AttachmentThe permanent setup will be a professional laser print which will be glued on the wooden background carrier. I will deliver more details once this task becomes due. Oh nicely done. I really like that a lot. |
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Post by smr on Aug 7, 2015 13:59:24 GMT -5
What do you mean by you have to look into the German models?? "Dirk is building the models by Kitbashing existing kits from mainly German producers such as Kibri, Lüttke, Saller and especially from Archistories and MBZ. I really recommend that you check out the MBZ web page!! Thomas Osswald has done a marvelous job and you can pick and choose from myriads of models >> . I give you three examples where you can see how Dirk is using bits and pieces from existing kits to build his unique model" I have heard of Archistories but I haven't bought any models from any of the above listed producers you mentioned. That's what I meant by German products. Read more: azlforum.com/thread/497/deal-island-chesapeake-bay-220?page=3#ixzz3i9GzqWqrUnderstood, Aaron, I really recommend you take a look at MBZ first. Here comes the link: www.mbz-modellbahnzubehoer.de/produkte/index.htmBest, Sven |
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Post by smr on Aug 8, 2015 9:49:29 GMT -5
Next on our agenda are the trees. While we have used nearly all brands throughout the last twenty years and tested several techniques to build them from scratch, it is each time a very challenge task. Colors and size have to match the landscape. While at the more sandy beaches trees are an exception and bushes the rule,  a little more into the inside of the island, trees have a dominating role in forming the three-dimensional aspects of landscape in combination with the island-typical huts and houses.  In this picture we tested some trees of a new producer of handmade, very prototypical, real-sized trees, named Avantgarde Modellbau. |
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Post by smr on Aug 8, 2015 10:43:50 GMT -5
Does somebody know where we can get functional rail road crossings? Any recommendations? It is intended for the place below:  |
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Post by Rob Albritton on Aug 8, 2015 12:34:35 GMT -5
Gotta admit, I have enjoyed following your progress. Keep it up!
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Post by tjdreams on Aug 8, 2015 14:15:55 GMT -5
Try www.azatrax.com/ for a IR Crossing signal/gate controller.
I don't know of anyone who makes a functional Z scale crossing signal/gate But I've seen a few people use the N scale N.J. International Crossing Gate/signals on their Z scale modules.
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Post by smr on Aug 9, 2015 2:22:08 GMT -5
Try www.azatrax.com/ for a IR Crossing signal/gate controller.
I don't know of anyone who makes a functional Z scale crossing signal/gate But I've seen a few people use the N scale N.J. International Crossing Gate/signals on their Z scale modules.
David Thank you David, Do you have experience with the brass model from Micron Art, Z Scale 1/220 RR Crossing Signal Kit, 4 per Kit,Item #1055 ? Details include: Brass poles and easy to mount arms. Swarovski red stones. (Does not actually light up). Best, Sven  |
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Post by smr on Aug 9, 2015 4:12:03 GMT -5
Gotta admit, I have enjoyed following your progress. Keep it up! Thank you, Rob, We will do our very best! Best, Sven  |
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Post by smr on Aug 9, 2015 4:41:48 GMT -5
"Dirk is building the models by Kitbashing existing kits from mainly German producers such as Kibri, Lüttke, Saller and especially from Archistories and MBZ. I really recommend that you check out the MBZ web page!! Thomas Osswald has done a marvelous job and you can pick and choose from myriads of models >> . I give you three examples where you can see how Dirk is using bits and pieces from existing kits to build his unique model" I have heard of Archistories but I haven't bought any models from any of the above listed producers you mentioned. That's what I meant by German products. Read more: azlforum.com/thread/497/deal-island-chesapeake-bay-220?page=3#ixzz3i9GzqWqrUnderstood, Aaron, I really recommend you take a look at MBZ first. Here comes the link: www.mbz-modellbahnzubehoer.de/produkte/index.htmBest, Sven Aaron, I went back to our picture collection to search for some built examples. Here are two examples of the farm house complex (one built by Dirk, one built by Karl):   |
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Post by smr on Aug 9, 2015 7:06:34 GMT -5
Just wanted to share an update on the tree planting activities with you. Heavy work is put behind the generation of conifers. Although we had some good experience with spruces on the previous layouts,   (have a closer look at the conifers) we cannot use them on this layout - they are too dark green and do not fit into the shore side character of Deal Island. Pine trees are the correct trees for our landscape - mixed with beech, oak, alder and birch trees.  We calculated that we would need about 40 pine trees and about 20 deciduous trees. Given that amount, Dirk decided to built them from scratch. I will provide you with insider pictures soon. |
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Post by tjdreams on Aug 9, 2015 11:22:34 GMT -5
Sven
I have the Micron Art signals on my short list of things to get but No I haven't tried them yet. I just got the MA-1011 Metal Foundry plus a bunch of their Scratch building Frets last week. While I haven't built any of the kits yet I have used their scratch building supplies and am very happy with the quality and details in their brass frets.
I have had some success with adding LED's to Train Cats signals but unfortunately no one seams to have them in stock and their order direct web page has bin gone for quite some time now.
David
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Post by smr on Aug 9, 2015 13:46:03 GMT -5
Sven I have the Micron Art signals on my short list of things to get but No I haven't tried them yet. I just got the MA-1011 Metal Foundry plus a bunch of their Scratch building Frets last week. While I haven't built any of the kits yet I have used their scratch building supplies and am very happy with the quality and details in their brass frets. I have had some success with adding LED's to Train Cats signals but unfortunately no one seams to have them in stock and their order direct web page has bin gone for quite some time now. David Thank you, David, Please let me know when you see something that could help us. Best, Sven |
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Post by smr on Aug 9, 2015 13:48:50 GMT -5
Sven I have the Micron Art signals on my short list of things to get but No I haven't tried them yet. I just got the MA-1011 Metal Foundry plus a bunch of their Scratch building Frets last week. While I haven't built any of the kits yet I have used their scratch building supplies and am very happy with the quality and details in their brass frets. I have had some success with adding LED's to Train Cats signals but unfortunately no one seams to have them in stock and their order direct web page has bin gone for quite some time now. David If you like brass models, have a look at these trucks. The kit comes for for less than $20. Best, Sven  |
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