Thanks Tom, I’m taking this build a little slower and will reference some excellent structure building on this forum.
Andy
Made some more progress on my current building. I installed the “glass” and blinds for the windows, and I assembled the front entry.
Andy
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The entry and the window blinds look great!
Andy just caught this today while enjoying the opportunity to wake up early that a knee replacement brings. Andre's buildings are fun and he is great to work with.
Your work on this one is excellent. Did Andre do any engraving on the front glass? I can't tell. That is something that he sometimes does and, if you want it, I would give him a call.
How detailed are you making the interior?
Did you get the basement problem solved? I know that was a problem during the summer.
Andy, your Long Island Rail Road Oyster Branch layout is not only impressive but a real adventure as well Hope you don't mind me adding a couple of interesting dates in reference to early railroad history in the U.S.A.
Do you have any plans to put a steam locomotive on display (perhaps in front of a depot) when the layout is completed?
History Lesson: Like the Long Island Rail Road, the Strasburg Rail Road, was also founded in 1832. Although the LIRR was incorporated in 1834, it's beginning starts in 1832, under the name Brooklyn & Jamica RR.
For more information please refer to:
The Baltimore & Ohio dates from 1827, however, that's another story altogether.
Godspeed
Joseph Toth Jr.
Asked and answered. 
Looks good Andy.
Thank you for the kind words Mark.
Thank you Bill. Andre did not do any engraving, but I’ll keep that in mind for the future. I do plan on adding more detail to this build, but I need to add a floor. The kit didn’t come with one. My basement issue was resolved, thanks for asking.
John, adding information is always welcome. Thanks for you kind words. I don’t have plans to put a steam engine on display, because I’m modeling 1947-1955 (the end of steam). I went to Eisenhower Park as a kid and went aboard #35 when it was on display there until they moved it to Oyster Bay. A few years ago, I went to Oyster Bay and saw #35 there in pieces, as they were restoring various parts of it. If I hit the lottery I would have it completely restored and run excursions all over the LIRR.
Thank you Bob.
Andy
Well, I'm "Old Joe" not John, but thank you for not throwing me into the frying pan in regards to the early RR dates.
I certainly understand your desire to win the lottery and put the $$$ into the restoration of the #35! Of course, if the winnings had been high enough, you could have purchased it outright! Imagine running it on the Strasburg Rail Road today? WOW!
Joseph Toth Jr.
Andy:
Yours is fabulous modeling. Keep the progress photos coming.
Sorry Joe! Thanks Randy!
@Steamfan77 posted:... I went to Eisenhower Park as a kid and went aboard #35 when it was on display there until they moved it to Oyster Bay.Andy
A long time ago, during the years it was permitted, I used to fly model airplanes in Eisenhower Park adjacent to LIRR #35. Another thing nearby that has been removed was the sign on Merrick Avenue commemorating Lindbergh's takeoff from Roosevelt Field.
MELGAR
No problem Randy. Probably just a slight slip of the fingers. It's happened to me before as well.
MELGAR, why was the Lindbergh sign removed?
Andy- I went to Nassau CC after HS in 1980 (can't believe it's 40 years ago). #35 was on the old Central Extension at the north end of campus near Stewart Ave. at the time. I remember climbing around it and thought it was an amazing machine.
Mel- there is a new monument to Lindbergh's flight behind the Source Mall (east of RF). Not in a very prominent spot unfortunately. If I recall, it's supposed to be the exact spot where he took off. The Cradle of Aviation Museum is nearby and they have a great display.
Bob
@RSJB18 posted:Andy- I went to Nassau CC after HS in 1980 (can't believe it's 40 years ago). #35 was on the old Central Extension at the north end of campus near Stewart Ave. at the time. I remember climbing around it and thought it was an amazing machine.
Mel- there is a new monument to Lindbergh's flight behind the Source Mall (east of RF). Not in a very prominent spot unfortunately. If I recall, it's supposed to be the exact spot where he took off. The Cradle of Aviation Museum is nearby and they have a great display.
Bob
Bob,
I didn't know that as I don't live in the area any more. But glad to hear it. Thanks.
MELGAR
Speaking of Lindbergh. I hope I'm not suffering from "Oldtimers" but I'm quite sure I purchased a model of The Spirit of St. Louis in 1/48 after I saw the motion picture that starred James Stewart in the mid-50s. Any of you guys who remembers the movie and/or model please sound off. Thanks.
Bob, I graduated HS in 1980 as well, it feels like yesterday! I hope #35 gets restored to some degree, if even only for looks. The Cradle of Aviation museum is part of Museum Row in Garden City. I’d like to go back soon.
Andy
@Steamfan77 posted:Bob, I graduated HS in 1980 as well, it feels like yesterday! I hope #35 gets restored to some degree, if even only for looks. The Cradle of Aviation museum is part of Museum Row in Garden City. I’d like to go back soon.
Andy
With 39 being restored to operating condition, there just isn't enough money to go around for 35.
@Trinity River Bottoms Boomer posted:Speaking of Lindbergh. I hope I'm not suffering from "Oldtimers" but I'm quite sure I purchased a model of The Spirit of St. Louis in 1/48 after I saw the motion picture that starred James Stewart in the mid-50s. Any of you guys who remembers the movie and/or model please sound off. Thanks.
I saw the James Stewart movie, but it was only about 10 years ago. I was born in the mid-50s. I know I have seen model kits of the Spirit of St. Louis, but since I only built model automobiles, I didn't pay attention to the scale.
Hello Andy & fellow L.I.R.R. fans. I am sooo encouraged to see here, many comments going back and fourth . i'm a newly signed up member earlier this year, but have been trying to follow for many years. Family, work, an scouts have had most of my attention the last 20yrs. I am looking towards retirement an my youthful hobby of model railroading for the last 5 winters. Christmas layouts have kept us going always. i've been going through my collection of equipment & structures consolidating their area and uses. this has lead to fixing an restoring some of it to be more realistic . i'm also a L.I.R.R. fan since i was a kid w/ dad riding trains = he was a signal supvr for the old bmt, irt, ind, systems subways an elevated. it was fun tagging along with him as a kid. i used to buy friends old lionel and repaint them to look like LIRR cars - like the baby madisons & old freight cars. plastiville was a challenge as well once you realize it wasn't scale. anyway, looking forward to new layout after the demo of the kids table for so long. emptying out the basement has been another challenge = ha . ok, hope i haven't tested your patience - looking forward to seeing more of your designs and layout work. i hadn't realized how powerful this forum is not being a computer guy.
wish you well an be safe out there, Doug
Welcome Doug! Good to see a new member and a LIRR fan to boot! Hope you start your own thread soon. Look forward to seeing what you do.
Andy
Got the top wall covers and side door installed. Slow, but progress nonetheless...😉
Andy
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Hi Randy, can’t take credit for the brick, it comes like that. All I did was paint it. I used some joint compound tinted with black to tone down the bright white, and used red oxide for the brick. I painted a few random bricks a different color for some visual interest. This is the Apothecary from River Leaf Models. Andre has lots of nice kits.
Andy
Andy, the painting of the brick and cement/stucco covering looks great! The individual darker bricks really enhances the look!
@Steamfan77 posted:Hi Randy, can’t take credit for the brick, it comes like that. All I did was paint it. I used some joint compound tinted with black to tone down the bright white, and used red oxide for the brick. I painted a few random bricks a different color for some visual interest. This is the Apothecary from River Leaf Models. Andre has lots of nice kits.
Andy
Andy:
Bravo! your technique is superb!
Thank you Randy!
Got the windows installed today. I’d like to put a poster of some kind in the front window, and one on the side of the building.
Andy
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It looks great, Andy!! Is it a River Leaf kit from Andre?
@Steamfan77 posted:Got the windows installed today. I’d like to put a poster of some kind in the front window, and one on the side of the building.
Andy
For the poster...maybe Lionel Trains, the LIRR or an old hobby shop?
Tom
@PRR8976 posted:For the poster...maybe Lionel Trains, the LIRR or an old hobby shop?
Tom
Well if the decision is to go with "an old hobby shop" what better than WILLIS HOBBIES.
Thank you Mark, Tom, and Arthur. I forgot to mention that this is an apothecary or older type drug store building. Yes Mark, it’s the apothecary kit from Andre at River Leaf
Andy
I added some trim details on the windows and door on the front and side of the building.
Andy
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I like the way you painted yours better than mine.
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Looks great Andy.
How about some local flavor (pun intended) 
, an advertisement for "Davenport Press", or "The Jolly Fisherman".
Bob
It's been many years since I've eaten at the Davenport Press. I think the last time was a retirement luncheon or maybe a Christmas party.
No way Mark, I like yours every bit as mine. Nice work! Thanks Bob, I think that’s a great idea! I was in the area a few weeks ago, and went to a building next to the Davenport Press.
Andy
I started working on the entrance to the staging area. The walls are made of 1/16" Masonite, and the portals are from Scenery Express. I just wanted to dress this area up a bit. I'll paint these pieces and give them a more aged appearance. More to follow.
Andy
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Hi Andy- been wondering what you've been up to. I was at Davenport recently. Have you seen the area?
Sad..........
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Bob,
I have seen it, I agree it's sad to see. The sub station and tower are gone, and a lot of history with them. Glad I got pictures of everything when I did.
Andy
Did some painting and weathering on the walls and tunnel portal. Next I’ll add some greenery.
Andy
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