Platform Foot Bridge
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Hi guys
A couple of pictures of the Scale Scenes foot bridge in N which I have just finished, well apart from a bit of weathering.
Its a very nice little kit that builds up well.
cheers
Ron
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It is indeed Ron and yes, it does. thumbs:thumbs………………………………………………
Its a very nice little kit that builds up well……………………
A very good looking addition offering dry access to the tea room if ever it should rain once this drought is over……………..:roll::roll::roll:
'Petermac
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I've got to do some for my AP in the coming months. You've got me inspired. :thumbs
Max
Port Elderley
Port Elderley
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Terry
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Terry I would certainly recommend it if you are after a decent footbridge.
The kit is quite versatile and you can adjust the length to suit your needs. Should you want a longer span you simply print an extra copy and adjust the length to suit there is even some cover strips for when you have to join two sections to increase the length.
cheers
Ron
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Max, they do not count as part of scratchbuiling so I have been told.I've got to do some for my AP in the coming months. You've got me inspired. :thumbs
Ron
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
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Max
Port Elderley
Port Elderley
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Using anything that is pre-drawn (and any of those downloadable kits are pre-drawn) is not classed as scratchbuilt but as Kit construction but get Ray to get it confirmed?
Ron
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
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Part of the scratch building process is to show the development of the building from sketches through to working plans.
I wouldn't use a Scalescenes kit because that would be kit building. Just the paper to show the brickwork.
If they think I'm going to draw each brick, they've got another think coming.
Max
Port Elderley
Port Elderley
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You have it Max, That is OK. I have 4 to go but have no plans or sketches to show for the 2 I have done.I was just going to cover it with Scalescenes paper.
Just the paper to show the brickwork.
Ron
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
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so instead of steps each end at right angles to the span, one set will be in line with the span and higher. Good Fun !!
Ron
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
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Ron
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
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I thought I had it level with the car park are but it is about 5-7mm too low so three options
1. completely redo the sides & make it bigger & longer - not my first option
2. Instal the unit on a "concrete" plinth of 5-7mm
3. have the ramp which will 20 cm in length over the road, on a slope of about 5mm over the length
I think Option 3 is my choice.
Ron
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
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Many access bridges had a slope built into them for a variety of reasons - I'm sure miscalculation must be one of them ……….:cheers:cheers
'Petermac
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Ron
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
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Maybe they resurfaced the car park after the levels had been taken for the footbridge Sol ………….:roll::roll::roll:
'Petermac
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there speaks the voice of experience,Miscalculation - no way - the car park must have been raised after the earthquake !!!
:thumbs;-):cool:
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If used all steps - 12 per group, then the height would be almost spot on for a level span and the side buttresses the same but at least this is unique !
the span itself will need a lot of modifications - far wider this way that originally planned by Scalescenes.
Ron
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
NCE DCC ; 00 scale UK outline.
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Kind Regards
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Regards
Pete.
ECOS2 with RR&Co Traincontroller and a load of other electronics so i can sit back and watch the trains go by.
Pete.
ECOS2 with RR&Co Traincontroller and a load of other electronics so i can sit back and watch the trains go by.
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