Main Shelf layout Spiral & Helix, Weekend effort.

Main Shelf layout Spiral & Helix, Weekend effort

Video of 3d Printed Db pushing Trackgangproducts Yc's & La with 3d Printed W Wagon & workers back down after an evenings work.

The Challenge;

Extending the layout to the upper shelf, requiring a 3 level spiral then a 4 level helix, 1cm height for every 35cm in length.

This is where its going to sit. Enabling me to extend the layout similar to lower level. Upper level I would like a station yard & a larger post 70's loco shed to store my nz120 locos.

The spiral undergoing construction, Peco Flexi Track is used. Not glued down, track is only held down by clips, Will attach track by screws (3 per level to allow for natural track expansion)

3d Printed DA with 3 white metal 56' carriages. perform countless tests to assure its actually going to work in practice! Turned out No Probs!

Helix Preparation, ya really need to get the maths correct at the start!

Helix Construction, getting funky with a jigsaw & very fine blades!

The Helix all cut & ready for the next stage, supports..
Also showing a quick tool constructed to ensure accuracy & make the job a little easier!

Progress on the Helix assembly.

Showing the spiral @ the bottom & helix attached. Only 2 lengths of flexi left till monday Grr!

Showing bottom unitrack link.

Showing typical Flexitrack connection, This photo shows the track on a new connection to the Helix, even the best planning can't prevent oversights. However being able to identify & fix the problem is what truly matters!