Plant #2 build by Dave Morrow

Here’s a couple of pix sent to us by Dave Morrow.  This Plant #2 is in S scale.  Looks like Dave did  an excellent, full build.  I think the valentine graffiti is a nice touch.

Comments

[Gael]

Nice job, Dave! You'd never know it's a paper model.
Gael

[marc witten]

Have to agree with Gael,a nice job Dave,have just bought this in O gauge for my traction layout,will post pics on how it comes out,models downloaded and printed,just waiting for a good day off work,mm like now maybe,regards Marc

[Dave]

I do hope it's going on a layout. It would be great to see it in a proper setting.

[Steven]

Wow thats a great build. Keep up the great work!

[David]

Thanks all for the nice comments especially since I know you ALL have done nice work! I would like to start an S layout and do it semi-scale, semi Hi-rail, but realistically there are only two manufacturers of non-looking toy track in 3' flex track. They are American Models and S Helper Service. However, neither manufacturer makes high frog number (6 or 8) switches. There is one guy in Maine who custom makes very nice S gauge switches (Tom's Turnouts). He specializes in using S Helper Service rail, but apparently there is a problem with the Chinese manufacturer of that rail, so S Helper Service flex track and Tom's Turnouts products are on hold.

I was thinking of just using maybe a three foot (or less) track section and building a very detailed diorama. Like I said I am a complete novice so must hone my skills first on that before I attempt a layout.

Thanks all.

David

[marc witten]

Hi David,saw that you were having problems with Turnouts,let me know what your after and i will see what i have in my supply,as i make custom turnouts for people,my prices are cheap,and i'll also trade for things,that i can't get this side of the pond,contact off list on marc.witten@btinternet.com,done dual gauge,narrow,scales from N to G.Hope that i might be able to help,regards Marc

[Dave]

Thats good to know Marc. I'm starting to do some custom building for people and I'll know where to turn when i need turnouts.

Thom

[marc witten]

Thom if you wants some pics let me know and i can email some to you,regards Marc.The one i used to get asked for was the 6" radius tram style turnout with a sprung blade,and the Dual gauge turnouts were also popular too ,along with main line standard gauge and turnout narrow used for loading bays for transhipment of goods,quite impressive too,building the yard shed at moment will post pics when done.

[Dave]

I'd like to see them.
Thom

[marc witten]

Thom i have sent some via email,regards Marc.