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slatecreeklogger
Engine Wiper
USA
112 Posts |
 Posted - 06/19/2010 : 04:36:20 AM
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Scott,
I like what you have done with the Donkey. I'm always looking for ways to cut costs when modeling. The casting looks great and it did not set you back an arm and a leg. I wish we could find more items that could be modified and spruced up for not too much money. I here your city scene is really looking good these days. Any chance you could post some pictures of the buildings and skyline?
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RANDY ROUSE
SUPERINTENDENT On30
BENTSPIKE RAILROAD Co.
REDDING, CALIFORNIA
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OregonOn30
Crew Chief
USA
551 Posts |
Posted - 06/19/2010 : 11:40:58 AM
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Hi Scott,
Nice effort on the scene. Like Randy, I had been considering purchasing that casting for a trackside mini-scene. Think I'll do 'er!
As an aside, I have been experimenting with your suggestions on siding and roofing per your wharf, and it sure isn't as easy as you make it sound :O).
Keep up the good work and send some updated photos of the wharf in conjunction with the other modules if you get time.
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scott robertson
Engine Wiper
USA
448 Posts |
Posted - 06/20/2010 : 12:25:55 PM
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I just got back from visiting the Sturges Lumber Mill in Sepastapol, CA. Wow, what a great experience to see a working lumber mill that started in the late 1800's and still is in operation today. They even had a working donkey engine that has helped me understand how it operates and where all that piping goes (mine is more for show that actual correct piping. The docent also clarified a lot of questions regarding yarding that I was unable to glean from pictures and books. If you get the chance, i suggest you check out the mill.
Rick: Regarding your attempt at using paper textures, perhaps you can elaborate at the trouble you a having. Perhaps I can help. It may be one of those things where I am underestimating the ease of use because I am so familiar with the technique. If you like, you can contact me directly via my email, see my website (www.scottrobertsonon30.com) - at the bottom is an email link.
Thanks for the input guy's!, Scott |
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lemkerailroad1
Crew Chief
USA
624 Posts |
Posted - 06/21/2010 : 9:19:14 PM
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that donkey is just awsome!!!!!!!!
i love the weathered look of the old girl |
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scott robertson
Engine Wiper
USA
448 Posts |
Posted - 06/26/2010 : 5:26:12 PM
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A few pictures of the "finished" log yarding scene I described earlier under construction. I "planted" the donkey and added cables and assorted trash. This was a fun little build, typical of many other "changes" I am sure to make to the rest of my railroad....as time goes by....... Scott
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BBLmber
Fireman
USA
4314 Posts |
Posted - 06/26/2010 : 5:34:53 PM
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Hey Scott, it really looks great, and all for a reasonable price. Keep up the good work.
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MSIGMON
Section Hand
USA
66 Posts |
Posted - 06/26/2010 : 5:51:22 PM
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Great looking work
Very realistic
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Hopeless
Fireman
USA
1252 Posts |
Posted - 06/26/2010 : 5:59:18 PM
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Very impressive.
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Frederic Testard
Engineer
France
16524 Posts |
Posted - 06/27/2010 : 2:39:52 PM
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Very nice scene, Scott, I love it.
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BigLars
Fireman
USA
7481 Posts |
Posted - 06/27/2010 : 3:06:50 PM
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Scott,
That is a fine looking scene you have created, way to go!
Larry |
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scott robertson
Engine Wiper
USA
448 Posts |
Posted - 06/29/2010 : 11:28:33 PM
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| Thanks for the positive feed back everybody. I guess now it is on to finishing a town I have put off for a long time. Stay tuned.......... |
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scott robertson
Engine Wiper
USA
448 Posts |
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slatecreeklogger
Engine Wiper
USA
112 Posts |
Posted - 07/01/2010 : 03:31:07 AM
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Scott,
Thanks for the heads up on this awesome source. I've seen this book for sale at a much higher price than free. 
There are a lot of answers in this document for logging minded modelers.
Nice job on the Donkey as well.
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RANDY ROUSE
SUPERINTENDENT On30
BENTSPIKE RAILROAD Co.
REDDING, CALIFORNIA
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Jerry M
Fireman
USA
4055 Posts |
Posted - 07/05/2010 : 11:06:58 AM
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| Hey Scott, looking great! I enjoy your modeling immensely....Jerry |
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OregonOn30
Crew Chief
USA
551 Posts |
Posted - 07/05/2010 : 11:18:27 AM
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Hey Scott...
What are you planning to do to "finish" your town. It looked pretty complete to me. New secrets to reveal? |
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Never Done and Always Changing On30 Railroad
