Last year I started a major overhaul of my toy train layout. My first post was about the completion of my engine and freight yard. Several months ago I began the replacement of a 26 foot elevated section. Now, I can report that this part of the project is substantially completed.
I am going to try to give an overview through pictures of how I built this. First up are pictures of how the original elevated layout appeared using Lionel risers.
After much consideration I contacted Jim Robinson from Bridgeboss. It would have been easy to build an elevated track using plywood and stanchions but I wanted something that would give my layout a very realistic and dynamic appearance and Jim's products are excellent. In addition he provides excellent advice and accurate renditions for fitting the product into your layout. Additionally, he must have made some kind of arrangement with Rich Batista who did a very good video of modifying the original pieces to improve their appearance. I watched Rich's video multiple times and incorporated many of his suggestions. The Bridgeboss product comes in pieces. You can order them made-up but I wanted the flexibility to modify where need. No rendering of a train layout fits exactly. Being able to adjust and fudge is a big help.
Below are pictures of my progress.
I continued my love affair with low profile and durable O27 track. To mate the track to the risers and track support beams I modified the beam with a 1 3/8" attachment. I placed three rail plastic ties under all of the track and then screwed it down to the support beams.
There is lots of room for modeling on this section of the table which I am looking forward to. This is the end result and I would appreciate any and all feedback.
Here is a short video:
wonderful Layout enjoy it…….
