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How to Build Model Railroad Benchwork By Linn Westcott Step by step instructions
How to Build Model Railroad Benchwork By Linn Westcott Step by step instructions for railroad tables, layout benchwork, roadbed, ballast.
Copyright 1979
55 pages.
Soft Cover stapled
CONTENTS
1 Getting started on the right foot page 2
2 Lumber, fasteners, and toolspage 6
3 Two ways to frame the railroad and three ways to support the track. page 9
4 Legs, girders, and joists page 15
5 Step-by-step framework assembly and levelingpage 22
6 Risers, cleats, and final joist locations page 27
7 Support for special situations page 34
8 Backgrounds, front boards, scenic support, and remodeling page 40
9 Roadbed construction page 44
10 Ballastpage 52
ONE OF THE FIRST STEPS in building a model railroad is erecting the table or framework that will hold the trains and track off the floor. This book takes the guesswork out of building model railroad benchwork. Inside, you'll find advice on designing aisle-ways and access hatches, useful techniques for track planning, and tips on selecting lumber and tools. The easy-to-build L-girder framing system is described and illustrated in detail, and step-by-step instructions are included for all basic assembly procedures.
Also included is information on how to design benchwork to fit your track plan, how to build roadbed and ballast track, and how to design a layout so it can be moved to a new home with a minimum of rebuilding. A special feature for beginners is a chart that lists all materials needed to build four different rectangular train tables.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned expert, whether you're building a coffee-table N scale layout or framing up an extensive basement empire, the information you need to build benchwork quickly, efficiently, and correctly is here.
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