The mountain has two tracks going through it. I followed Eric Siegel's instructions for the tunnels and hard shell.
The main tunnel is the Hoosac Tunnel.
http://www.boudillion.com/hoosac/hoosac.htm
The main portal is made from pink foam and balsa wood. I used basswood to carve the letters and numbers.
Now that the weather is changing, this will slow down.
Steve
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Nice job. Did you hand carve the lettering? 
Nice job. Did you hand carve the lettering?
Yes, each one was hand carved. I couldn't have done it with out magnifier glasses.
Looks very impressive. The hand carved lettering is an outstanding accomplishment.
I really like that portal. I looked really hard at Eric's polyurethane process, but didn't want to mess with the resin since I can't ventilate my basement. While plaster may be messier, it's more benign.
Great work, and excellent choice of materials. I, too, am in awe of your skill at carving the lettering. That is something I don't think I could ever pull off.
And, of course, most excellent choice of track! 
Pete,
What does Avanti stand for?
Steve
I always like seeing New England themed railroads. You are off to a great start. 
Pete,
What does Avanti stand for?
Steve
Italian for "forward" or "onward!" It's been my Internet nickname since the 1980s (really!).
Pete,
What does Avanti stand for?
Steve
Italian for "forward" or "onward!" It's been my Internet nickname since the 1980s (really!).
I thought maybe you had an Avanti. I have a '63 R-2
Pete,
What does Avanti stand for?
Steve
Italian for "forward" or "onward!" It's been my Internet nickname since the 1980s (really!).
I thought maybe you had an Avanti. I have a '63 R-2
Well, actually, that is how I picked the handle in the first place. I don't own one (I drive a DeLorean). But, I've always admired them (and Raymond Loewy, to make a train connection). I may buy one yet.
Pete,
What does Avanti stand for?
Steve
Italian for "forward" or "onward!" It's been my Internet nickname since the 1980s (really!).
I thought maybe you had an Avanti. I have a '63 R-2
Well, actually, that is how I picked the handle in the first place. I don't own one (I drive a DeLorean). But, I've always admired them (and Raymond Loewy, to make a train connection). I may buy one yet.
That is why I am looking for a T-1. I would love to have an S-1, but no one makes one that runs on Super O track.
Loewy was way ahead of his time, very talented.
Steve...nicely done!!
Alan
Very nice.....looking forward to updates.
Peter
Looking real nice.
Wow, the portal is fantastic. The mountain terrain is looking good, too. Very - well, very Vermont!
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