HO Morton's Brass & Iron Foundry Build

Mountaingoat

Tom, thanks for the suggestions. I find myself often sitting and staring at a build thinking there are many options and the mind is just blank. I'm not one of the more creative types. That's why I like to hear what other people see that I don't.....Rick

TomMich

Also thought that a fork lift might be appropriate.

admin

Great suggestions Tom. Have to be very careful with forklifts since they weren't common until mid 20's at best. Need to research your geographic locale. I have never seen an early forklift in either HO or O so gonna have to investigate that... Might be a cool detail make!

Mountaingoat

I thought I was closer to finishing this diorama. However, there are so many details that are in this kit. I realized I was on page 97 of 123. All those extra pages are dedicated to the plethora of details to create the very cluttered, but wonderful mini-scenes. Here is just a small sample I have ready to install. That is a toothpick in back for reference to all my non-modeling friends who like to follow also.



So much more to do yet....Rick

KKarns

Its all in the details!...nice start there Rick...

Karl.A

Looking great Rick, the saw horse and pallets are beautifully built.

Mountaingoat

Thanks guys. I scratched the saw horse and pallets. They are simple to make and I think worth the effort. I do have some of the other details started, but not ready for prime time yet. Still a long way to go for sure.....Rick

KCSTrains

Very nice Rick. Phil

brownbr

Extra pallets are always a good idea. I'm impressed with the sawhorse. I have trouble with them in O.

admin

Great shot - and the details look awesome too!

TomMich

Great work on the details! Looking forward to seeing how the others turn out.

Mountaingoat

Bryan mentioned difficulty building sawhorses. Here is how I found to be the easiest method for me. Prepare the 2 ends and the cross piece including weathering. Your choice which way the legs face. Mine are 2X4's with 1X3 braces.



The difficult part is the assembly. I use double sided carpet tape. Very sticky to hold the cross piece on edge. I then position the ends where and at what angle I desire. The tape holds everything in place until you glue it. In the photo, the legs are not glued to the cross piece yet.




All that is left is a touch of glue underneath where it won't be seen once the sawhorse is upright.....Rick

brownbr

That's a handy tip

Karl.A

Great tip Rick, I'll be using that soon.

kebmo

brownbr said:

Extra pallets are always a good idea. I'm impressed with the sawhorse. I have trouble with them in O.

me too

Mountaingoat

I can't believe how long it is taking me to get the detailing on this kit. Here is the one scene I just finally called complete. My porch roof is higher than designed to accommodate the lighting.




So much more yet to do.

Suggestions and criticisms welcome. Always looking to do better.....Rick

brownbr

Looks great

KCSTrains

Rick, love the super duper detail and the lighting. Great job. Congratulations. Phil

admin

Love it, such a moody pic. Excellent!

Mountaingoat

I finally was able to get back to this diorama and complete it. Here is the finished product.

Mountaingoat

KCSTrains

Rick,

Very nice work. I love the lighting you added. It really adds a lot. Your detail work and colors are spot on. Congratulations!! Phil

sdrees

This is a great piece of work Rick. The lighting sure ads a great deal to the project and your use of the details are fantastic.

admin

Outstanding, such warm and realistic modeling. Love it!

EmeryJ

Wow Rick, that is really something to be proud of. Excellent work. I love the lighting too.

Pappy

Rick, I also love the lighting and your work!. Maybe someday I will try to add lighting..great work!!

Robert.G

Simply fantastic. The lightning as well. Great , natural looking scenes all over the diorama. Lots of clutter all over the place, but in a very believable way.. Very nice work Rick.

geoawelch

Like Robert said, everything is believable. Very nicely done.

George

KKarns

Top shelf work Rick! Your detail work is wonderful, so mush to go over. I see you swapped doors on the Pattern Shop and Repair Shop...didn't think anyone would notice...Lol. Love that roll up garage style door Brett came up with! Lighting adds a whole different dimension...well done.

brownbr

Outstanding work!