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My freight car fleet is still woefully inadequate. I'm continuing to research the types of cars that run on The Hills Line so I can best represent them on the layout. But even if I were to find the absolute perfect replica of what I need, I know they'll still need work. To start, they … Continue reading Overweight
Our basement is a less-than-stellar layout space. That simple statement has driven the design of The Hills Line, and continues to do so. Despite improvements made to the space over the years, I'm still making improvements to the layout due to the space. Case in point, the two lift-out sections. To allow access to both … Continue reading Gap Insurance
Recently had the chance to upgrade our workshop with the purchase of a new rolling tool chest. Despite my best efforts to crush myself as I moved it into our basement solo, only my pride was hurt. Fortunately the new addition allowed me to rearrange the space into a more optimal setup. The biggest change … Continue reading Updated Digs
After seven years of designing, building, and ultimately operating The Hills Line, it's time to ask a very straightforward question. Where are we going? The Hills Line is now at the age that the IAIS Grimes Line was when I was forced to dismantle it without warning. Shortly, I will have lived with this concept … Continue reading Quo Vadimus
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