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Over the past 20-30 years that I've "been work'in on the railroad--all the live long day" and basically having a blast in creating the monster.?? I'm starting to have regrets over 2 things other than; too small of a room and no water/bathroom (both beyond my control financially)!?

My isle became a bit cramped due to not planning for a couple inches for view-block/background+wood trim and my slightly increased waistline!? The other thing is my floor-door!? That has become increasingly an issue.? I've attached a couple of photos.? I wanted to avoid an outside entrance/stairway, I also wanted to have a clear view of most of the layout so I wanted to avoid a walled entrance.? So I surprised the city permitting people, the member who helped with the room plans not to mention most of my visitors too.? I laminated two sheets of plywood to make it strong enough to support at least a couple of guys standing on it, but still open wide enough to accept a 4x8 sheet of material as it was used for many photo sets for the NASG, SHS and several other clients.?

To help in raising the door, I used part of a steel plate cut and welded to make a 60+- lbs counterweight that I put in the wall cavity. It was never a body building exercise but over the years it's become more so!?

So I'm looking for a helping hand as I age--any suggestions?? I've got more photos.? Off hand I've thought about garage door openers, automotive rear hatch struts and ... (out of ideas here!)?

Bob Werre

PhotoTraxx

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