Spitfire2865 Posted March 17, 2013 I dont think the monorail fits in the middle. Id keep it off to the side and try to limit rail-monorail crossing as much as possible. I liked the open field feeling the old updates had. But, thats just me. I dont think the monorail fits in the middle. Id keep it off to the side and try to limit rail-monorail crossing as much as possible. I liked the open field feeling the old updates had. But, thats just me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alainneke Posted March 17, 2013 (edited) I agree with 'Spitfire2865': keep the monorail at the side of the layout and don't let it cross the train tracks. Maybe you can put the track in little tunnels and only let the ramp going up (or even better: into) the mountain in plain sight? This way, the train isn't visible all the time and this will make it more fun to watch. Edited March 17, 2013 by alainneke Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hrw-Amen Posted March 17, 2013 I have to agree, the open field look is good and having the monorail going all over it kind of distracts from that. Also, why is it there, what is it doing? You have to think that if you have a regular railway running that route what would be the purpose of the monorail doing a similar one? It is a little hard to see right now as there is not so much structure with the monorail, but yes I would say if it is going up the mountain (Assuming your mountain is getting higher?) then I would hide bits of it in tunnels so that you are almost watching to anticipate when it come out. It would make it, its own feature rather than having it getting in the way of the main railway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted March 18, 2013 Thanks for the opinions and inpunts. I will do something with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Reclaimer Posted March 19, 2013 I relly like this layout I wish I could build something like this but do not have the parts or time and my LEGO train collection is small only 14 straights, 32 curves, one set 4563, one car 10015, one engine 10133 and then the holiday train. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted March 20, 2013 The monorail is removed and wil be displayed aside of the layout. I relly like this layout I wish I could build something like this but do not have the parts or time and my LEGO train collection is small only 14 straights, 32 curves, one set 4563, one car 10015, one engine 10133 and then the holiday train. Thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted April 29, 2013 I've added some small ballast details to make it more natural. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spitfire2865 Posted April 29, 2013 Any more modules coming? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alainneke Posted April 29, 2013 I've added some small ballast details to make it more natural. Nice work. I'm also considering adding ballast to my tracks, but it's a real brick-eater! P.s.: when it's autumn, you should but some leafs on the track! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted April 29, 2013 Any more modules coming? Of course but I'm running low on inspiration and bricks ( but tha latter can be bought. Nice work. I'm also considering adding ballast to my tracks, but it's a real brick-eater! P.s.: when it's autumn, you should but some leafs on the track! that depends on what kind of ballast you were thinking of. If I put leafs on the tracks, my trains can't ride or the NS (Dutch railways) will panic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spitfire2865 Posted April 29, 2013 Maybe put a station at the other end, or a depot, or a freight yard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted April 29, 2013 Maybe put a station at the other end, or a depot, or a freight yard. in my plan there was a industrial area. so I have to specify that a bit. The other side (mountain) will be continued by an other guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spitfire2865 Posted April 29, 2013 You arent going to build the rest yourself? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted April 29, 2013 Yes the other side will be continued by me. And perhaps other directions will be continued too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spitfire2865 Posted April 29, 2013 You just said you werent doing the other side. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted April 29, 2013 I won't continue the mountain. The others side will I continue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Player Nº1 Posted April 29, 2013 Perfect layout! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spitfire2865 Posted April 29, 2013 Im confused. Please explain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted April 30, 2013 Im confused. Please explain. on the left will be continued by me. hope this explains Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spitfire2865 Posted April 30, 2013 Still youre contradicting yourself. You mean you will only work on what you have already? And how would you extend to the left if I may ask? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted April 30, 2013 Okay, forget I've wrote, I'll explain it again. It is a joined layout of multiple (for now 2) people. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spitfire2865 Posted April 30, 2013 Ohh. Understood. So what are you planning for your extension? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted April 30, 2013 I don't know, currently I'm leaning towards something industrial where I can incorporate my monborail. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spitfire2865 Posted April 30, 2013 How about put a small town with a station. Then when the 2 parts are together, it will link to that city. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanErwin Posted May 1, 2013 good idea, I'll have a look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
