My first display diorama(please don't judge my lack of knowledge) ^_^ | O Gauge Railroading On Line Forum

Cincinnati DanOGR Forum Member

So I'm planning on using the winter cabin fever to build up a display diorama that can be portable for shows. I've got 4 sections of Gargraves track that I plan on laying out on basically a rectangular tabletop yard display. I know it'll be something that two people will have to carry to and from my SUV. So with that in mind, should I build a frame for the top? I assume I should use plywood, right? This will be a static display to showcase the rolling stock I bring. I'd like to have various levels of terrain, so what foam should I use? Is there a cheap alternative to using cork roadbed, Homasote, etc? Any tips on gluing down everything, including ballast, so I don't have to dicker with everything once I get to the show?

I know, it's a lot to ask. Please be gentle!

12/28/162:12 PM

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SANTIAGOP23OGR Forum Member

Check out Ken Patterson's work at

http://kenpatterson.com/

and

https://www.youtube.com/channe...UkqVT9Vh-4Sy5wRtZqwg

hope this helps

12/28/163:43 PM

Cincinnati DanOGR Forum Member

Thanks! I have a look around at those sites!

12/28/164:19 PM

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