Layout building swinging benchwork sections

I made one that I'm pretty satisfied with:. Luckily, it was only as bad as you can see. If you still might consider a drop down section of track, I would suggest pages of Linn Westcott's How to Build Model Railroad Benchwork, 2nd ed. AGW 22 Electrical wire. Get this just the way you want it, after the hinges are in, but before laying any track. Member since December, 3, posts. I have the playroom above my garage ready for bench work.

Going a step further, check with your hardware store and if they can't help you with "invisible cabinetry hinges", try a specialty woodworking store. So I set out to study what I could and what it would take to build my own swing gate. Okay, if you are still open-minded about your problem, I will demonstrate that a swing down need not be an invitation to a knee-jerk disaster. Basic shape prior to carving Posted by steamage on Wednesday, August 29, 9: Your layout article has inspired me to tackle a similar design I have with my around the walls layout construction. Figure 17 click image for larger view.

On the other hand, if you're looking for a cheap, effective skirting, check out this idea that I saw during the Muskoka Layout tour, on Scott Reid's HO scale Great Northern Mesabi Division layout. Posted by selector on Tuesday, September 12, Dale Manquen standing inside tha first access hatch area from his recent visit Watch and have fun! There was a section that connected both legs at the bottom that stood about 2" from the floor and was topped with a 2"x12" board.