DrTrainDad posted:I am interested in creating a train shed / canopy that covers 2-3 rails for 4-5 feet length of track siding (i.e. something moderate in size). Of course, MTH and Lionel have 1-2 prefabricated ABS units, but these are small, completely covered and generic. I am looking for something more open and with character (like this photo). BridgeBoss has some beautiful structures, but are outside of my budget, especially for something so relatively large. So, I am wondering if anybody can share another forum post, pictures, product recommendations, kits, patterns, or ideas on the best way to go about such a project. I have little skill and less time, but I am ready for a challenge. I am thinking about just trying to find / design some patterns and start with cutting painted balsa wood. Also, something like O scale erector set pieces (if such a thing existed) might work too. Please share if you have the inclination. Thanks.
- mark
If you have little skill, less time and no money that project seems unlikely, just kidding
Make a drawing, build the structure and then detail it out. Not as difficult as it seems. It can also be constructed in sections.
