I’m proudly sharing
my first model train layout with y’all. The Cheesy System is a
lesson in efficiency measuring 48” X 69”. Notice the stretegery I
used to provide access to the bathroom and underwear drawer by cutting
out the corners of the layout.
My
Milwaukee Road SD18 doesn't have a horn so I improvise with air whistle
seen standing in the center of the track next to the Hiawatha billboard.
Some people may think the whistle isn't appropriate for a diesel but I
don't care these are after all toy trains.
I
was preparing to lay down the new mainline of a O27 track to accommodate
my Milwaukee Special the evening it arrived when the power went out.
Luckily my battery operated billboard provided enough light to find a
flashlight. With a few cordless tools, I was still able to put down the
track and thirty minutes later when the power returned we were ready to
run.
When
I decided I'd add a mountain to the layout it took fifteen seconds to
pull the Charlton Heston kite off the wall and lean it against the
dresser. If I ever decide to put a tunnel through Mt. Heston, I figure
it will take about five seconds to lean it over the track.
I
love the "Cheesy System" alterations are fast and easy leaving
more time for operations.
Now
you
can see the Cheesy
System in Action!
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