hardboard cut into 6” strips This provides a total length of
24’ which is more than enough for the 21’-6” needed for the
fascia. The extra can be used in other areas.
Lay 1” x 3” strips of plywood across the shelf brackets to use as
the mounting surface for the risers and a place to anchor the
fascia. While the individual shelf brackets are not very stable
laterally, once these strips get screwed to the risers, the whole
unit will become very stable. Cork roadbed material can be
added over the plywood.
Track:
In order to keep costs down, I priced used switches and
track found on eBay. However, if our modeler is a little more
advanced and adventurous, they could choose to use Proto
87 Store fast kits. The budget for track also includes Caboose
Industries ground throws.
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Plywood cutting diagram
3: Plywood cutting diagram. See text.
