Yet another Chama update

Playing with trains when I should be workin.

BUT, I am dedicated to finishing this by Springfield. I don’t think my brother believes me. He keeps hearing “it’s almost done” and it is kinda. What I have realized is that it’s a very complex model. I have a hard time keeping straight which beams go where. It’s become obvious to me that I need to make this in sub assemblies starting at the ground and working upwards.

First the main shed on the ground and the support beams up to the first horizontal cross beams.

Second the tipple and the coal bin with its framework.

Third the winch house and Fourth all the mechanical bit and the pit.

I am creating it as it was in its early years, well maintained. There are a few beams that were removed in later years. It’s still difficult crossreferencing all of the research material. Lots of conflicts but I want this to be as close as possible to the real thing.

Thats all for now.

Comments

[Jim Gore]

Thom, I am really looking forward to that structure. If I can be of any assistance, let me know.

Jim