¿ªÔÆÌåÓýOver 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 |