Larry, great photographs of FarmerJohn's layout. My dad was an avid fly fisherman and fly tyer. Now he is 90 and in a personal care home. I fully intend to have three fly fishermen in my Black Fork when I get that far; Jim Boyce and his 2 friends, Bill Saul and Mac Reader, both long deceased.
Bob, the compact yard is looking great!! Yes, I have to add uncouplers to my tracks also. In fact, I forgot about them when I built the yard under the enginehouse. The top section can be removed for better access, but I wasn't smart enough just make it a simple unplug and lift off.