Updated 5/28/2012:
A lot has happened over the past 5 days or so:
- The access hatch has received its first set of foam. I'm still feeling my way around that part of the project. For the hatch, additional foam, carving, track placement and wiring, and final fitting remain.
- Switches, track, and roadbed on the mainline have been realigned. I think I have improved running performance on this segment - testing will prove that out.
- Also on the mainline, electrical conductivity has been improved.
This photo shows the track back in place from the bridge to Weirton Junction.
This photo shows the mainline curve west (railroad east) of Weirton Junction being placed and ready for installation.
The final photo shows the entire mainline back in place and powered up (note the lit N8 cabin car). We are going to test run locomotives with scale pilots to see how we do. Track screws and shims will be added where necessary.
George
