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JL, we are used to lots of snow, so getting out for supplies is routine. But this year we could do with a lot less of this stuff.

 

Today was an assessment day, so we did not accomplish a great deal. Add to that snow removal when we got home, so we were fortunate that we accomplished anything on the layout. But Elizabeth wanted to build the forest in from of Hugger Mountain, so we accomplished that task and after dinner, the Caribou and reindeer also went into this area. Between the completion of Hugger Mountain and now the forest, Caribou and Reindeer, this part of the layout is really taking shape. Exciting to see.

Hi Brian

very nice pic of your new mountain.

Two questions: I'm just about to start on my mountain, many different methods out there for constructing the superstructure. Would you care to share your method?

Second question has to do with your expertise with passenger trains. I've been looking for a good set of green Pullman cars with figures for my Santa Fe 3700 Class 4-8-2 Mountain to pull. I know Lionel and MTH have nothing in current inventory, any past offerings to look out for that you would suggest?

Looking forward to more pics!

Thanks

JohnJr

John, I used 2" high density Styrofoam for the mountain. This was my first attempt at a mountain and we are both pleased at the result.

'For value, I would look for Lionel Heavyweight Santa Fe passenger cars that were done around 2004-2005 and again before 2010. They are not hard to d=find and came in  a4-pack, 2-pack, and Station Sounds diner.

Originally Posted by Passenger Train Collector:

Thanks Mario and Chris. When I get through with snow removal this morning, I will be working on the arched causeway system (160 ft.).

 

Ice Lake arrives tomorrow.

Keeping positive thoughts for two of our best inspirations. Take it easy and don't push it; with the snow removal or building the layout. I imagine this approaching temporary thaw may create more issues up your way.

Finished the arched causeways today and getting ready to install them as soon as the lights arrive, hopefully tomorrow or Tuesday. Here is a photo of some of them drying after painting.

 

Also there is a photo of a special feature that will be revealed as we get further along.

 

 

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"The compass is cool...if that is a stone tile"

 

Keith, you have a book that we have as well that has been a terrific guide to getting the details correct to correspond with the movie. In this case, I used a marble pattern self-adhesive tile for the area where the Center of the North Pole is located in the movie. It is very close to the surface they used for their images. The Nautical Compass plays an integral part of this scene and it really came out nice. More to follow as we progress.

Originally Posted by Passenger Train Collector:

Ice Lake is now in place ready to lake beautiful reflections of the surrounding scenery. The elves are also quite happy about this as they have a beautiful smooth surface to skate upon. Click on photo to enlarge image.

 

 

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I am glad things are progressing so quickly, Christmas is only 10 months from today.

Originally Posted by Passenger Train Collector:

Ice Lake is now in place ready to lake beautiful reflections of the surrounding scenery. The elves are also quite happy about this as they have a beautiful smooth surface to skate upon. Click on photo to enlarge image.

 

 

ice lake 2 002

Wow that's really nice.  Is that a mirror you used for the lake?  Very creative.

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