Here is a video showing a diesel freight train passing my Yankee Stadium, crossing the bridge with the new bashed backdrop, passing my Polo Grounds, and crossing the bridge again:
Mounting the backdrop was not easy. It involved putting a wooden board on top of the washing machine, climbing on top of the washer and board and kneeling on it while I threaded the backdrop between the wall and the pipes. This involved pulling the pipes a tiny bit away from the wall so the backdrop could slide through. While doing this, the thought occurred to me, what on Earth am I doing, I hope I don't break the pipes and cause thousands of dollars of damage to my house! LOL.
I also had to kneel on top the washer and board, and on top of the dryer, to apply the double stick tape. All this kneeling was not easy on my knees. Also, this is an example of how it helps to be a bit of a contortionist as a model railroader, crawling under tables, squeezing into tight spots and, in this case, climbing on top of things. I am very grateful to be able to do this "model railroad yoga" at the age of 68. LOL.
Notwithstanding a few challenging moments, it was fun doing this project this morning.
Arnold
