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Title: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on April 06, 2019, 00:12:04

There is a truly momentous moment in the life of every male collector when he has to conquer new lands for his hobby. So, I did it and took possession of the guest room and the portable tables used in family events.  8} I will not give details of the unfavorable concessions I had to accept after the armistice but this was how I finally got a reasonable space to set up my future indoor  layout.  ;D

(https://i.imgur.com/gAdCsWx.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ETyZP1l.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/kBhMAEb.jpg)

It will be a basic project with only analog  Playmobil and LGB elements, without decoders or any other digital device since I cannot afford to get them.
The main idea is to build a modular layout and rotate Playmobil themes easily.
I will post any progress later  :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: playmofire on April 06, 2019, 00:30:41
Congratulations on  very impressive display space.  I look forward to seeing what develops.

Going analogue is sound even if you could afford DCC.  On G scale sites, DCC always seems to be the source of problems and questions.
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: bml87 on April 06, 2019, 09:11:08
Woooow! I am looking forward to this diorama! I would love to have such a big space, awesome! Good luck with your progress!!!
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: GrahamB on April 06, 2019, 11:36:43
There is a truly momentous moment in the life of every male collector when he has to conquer new lands for his hobby. So, I did it and took possession of the guest room and the portable tables used in family events.  8} I will not give details of the unfavorable concessions I had to accept after the armistice but this was how I finally got a reasonable space to set up my future indoor  layout.


 :lol:
Playmo expansionism!
I commandeered the attic of my neighbours house by removing a board on a connecting window and climbing through. Then I screwed their access hatch shut so they couldn't disturb me!

Perhaps I should add, for strict veracity, that I had my neighbours' full permission (my wife's parents) and their house is really part of ours (a granny annexe). Sounds good, though!

Looking forward to seeing the fruits of your expansion,VicKlictor!
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Tiermann on April 06, 2019, 18:22:22
Great looking space, congratulations! I look forward to seeing what you do with it.
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on April 12, 2019, 00:52:05
Hello all,
Next step was to choose a funny background that allowed me to rotate Playmobil themes. I thought of realistic ones but I finally opted for the childlike style seen at Funparks in Zirndorf and Paris:

(https://i.imgur.com/V2oWfCX.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/UWfECue.jpg)

This is my do it yourself and family version:

(https://i.imgur.com/h6gMG7H.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/QYwarqD.jpg)

I stopped here while waiting for some tracks and accessories.
My circuit design will be based on the Playmobil examples shown in the awesome 1995 train catalogue. This way I will deploy an analog circuit taking the options PM and LGB offered during 80s and 90s

(https://i.imgur.com/O3YHXwO.jpg)

The circuit is formed in essence with two concentric ovals interconnected to each other but properly isolated to be able to use two transformers. Playmobil suggests running two locomotives and keeping three parked but I'm sure we'll try more in motion to increase fun. :yippee:

(https://i.imgur.com/RqORLGz.jpg)
 :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: playmofire on April 12, 2019, 02:13:30
Things are progressing well and he backgrounds you have created are wonderful.

Look forward to seeing more.
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: tahra on April 12, 2019, 07:46:29
Wow. That is a BEAUTIFUL background! Can't wait to see more :)
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Tiermann on April 12, 2019, 18:59:18
Your room background is amazing, great choice!
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on April 20, 2019, 23:47:41

Thank you for following the implementation of my indoor layout. I'm still waiting for some parts.
I got the AnyRail free version to design my circuit. It allows me to include only 50 segments (this is why some sections are open in the diagram below), even so I got a very useful sight:

(https://i.imgur.com/T3czCKs.jpg)

Also, just as a little sample I made this short video of my pilot test:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OEAOJGl7ZI

I used the LGB 20216 Golden Stainz locomotive  (50th anniversary of the brand, 1968-2018) that I had to hand.
Sorry for the quality, this is something I have to fix.

Hope to progress some more next time.  :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Tiermann on April 22, 2019, 18:21:58
Very nice, that's a carload of monkeys!
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on April 25, 2019, 23:43:39

Very nice, that's a carload of monkeys!

 :lol:
and what about these carloads?

(https://i.imgur.com/8XFjbkq.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/9aHHgAH.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/HxohAM4.jpg)
 ;D
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: GrahamB on April 26, 2019, 06:54:13
And apes.
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: playmofire on April 26, 2019, 07:51:35
Or chimpanzes?
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: tahra on April 26, 2019, 08:02:43
and what about these carloads?

:o
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Tiermann on April 26, 2019, 16:16:52
You sir, have a great many primates.  :easterhop:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on May 04, 2019, 01:01:11

Hola Playmoamigos,

By now, I got almost all I need to assemble my circuit but still missing some accessories.

(https://i.imgur.com/g9SAmYV.jpg)

I will replace manual switches for electric ones.

(https://i.imgur.com/A20qWKQ.jpg)

Since my layout will be 100 % analog  I can use old LGB 51750 control box for EPL devices such as switches.

(https://i.imgur.com/x84AItn.jpg)

That's all for today, it is not a great progress :-[  Let´s see how much I can do next time.
 :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: playmofire on May 04, 2019, 06:44:02
Electric switches (or points) are harder for a train to push through when running against the switch/points than manual ones, so you may need to alter the points if running a train against the switch/points.
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on May 05, 2019, 22:22:54

Understood! Thanks. I will be aware of it. In the worst case it means I will be busy playing with my LGB control box more often. More fun I guess...
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Rasputin on May 08, 2019, 03:14:14
Looking great ,

From the design layout , is there going to be town, streets , etc ?
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on May 09, 2019, 02:56:41

The main idea is to be able to alternate playmo themes  easily from time to time. So I will be able to go from a small German town to an North American forest mixed with the African savanna or jungle to show off many animals. Also, a construction scene or a piece of the old wild West.
To get started, using only Playmobil sets, which is in itself a great source of fun  :yup:. I could use for sure other simple model train elements and landscapes later.
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on May 17, 2019, 23:05:56

The arrival of some accessories has taken longer than expected  :uhoh:.
Meanwhile I'm testing part of my rolling stock  ;D...

(https://i.imgur.com/5WLLbGQ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/E95QcNP.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/B3saVxn.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/1pktJME.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/fktdjak.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/RlTx7om.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/A1hwRMr.jpg)

I still have a lot to check  :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: playmofire on May 18, 2019, 05:41:33
That's an excellent selection of rolling stock. 
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Giorginetto on May 18, 2019, 11:08:45
Great stuff . Love playmo trains ... :love: :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: GrahamB on May 20, 2019, 08:00:39
Great stuff, VicKlicktor! Those comparisons of the earlier (V1/2) and later (V3) versions of 4053 show the differences very clearly!
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Marco_4124 on May 20, 2019, 11:37:43
Never knew the flat car was also available with grey pipes. Thanks for the information !
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Junker Jörg on May 23, 2019, 07:50:48
Hui, ein tolles Projekt! Klasse, Glückwunsch! Und die Wand außenherum ist ja allererste Sahne. Der Gleisplan schaut auch gut aus. Platz zum Fahren und Rangieren. Bin echt gespannt, wie's weitergehen wird.

Wow, great project! Congratulations to that room and space to fill. Your background's pure brillant, I dare say! And that track layout should provide quite some fun both in running and shunting trains. I'm looking forward to seeing more.

jj:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on June 09, 2019, 22:53:04

Some more photos of other main characters of my layout to be done soon, I hope  :-[

(https://i.imgur.com/P0cyaQP.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/k0ognDy.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ma92ogC.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/6l1oxCI.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/OVskE3I.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/KXmG6kE.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/AfAEejw.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/0IEaGVe.jpg)
 :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Junker Jörg on June 23, 2019, 14:24:16
Eine echte Augenweide - real bobby-dazzlers!  :)

jj:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on June 30, 2019, 23:41:05

Just some more wagons...

(https://i.imgur.com/UYeZ2Ge.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/vdSPPhs.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/LNEsEX7.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/dNtIX9x.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/rAK2H5d.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Viwq7s6.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ifBiZxI.jpg)
 :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: playmofire on July 01, 2019, 08:02:10
Ah, yes, the rare green ostrich wagon.  You could sell that on eBay for a million or so Euro!
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: GrahamB on July 01, 2019, 08:09:25
You can get 10 flightless birds in one wagon, but that's o stretch.
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Macruran on July 01, 2019, 10:21:03
OUCH  :0
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: VicKlicktor on July 29, 2019, 03:37:50

Almost done with my loco/wagon testing. For now, I just have a simple oval on my table. Meanwhile, some more pics of the rolling stock I have already tested

(https://i.imgur.com/w6xrqwA.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/CkzxhSk.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/h82sakv.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/PA2jfTB.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/m1SWcVW.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/mOMcxEx.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/3wCbmUb.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/7x1brCD.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/1axodLY.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/zV5ssLg.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NsjRqPW.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/efsQhBV.jpg)
 :wave:
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: Marco_4124 on July 29, 2019, 06:21:44
Ah, yes, the rare green ostrich wagon.  You could sell that on eBay for a million or so Euro!
Well, if you model The Ghan.....
Title: Re: Time to play trains
Post by: playmovictorian on October 09, 2019, 04:42:59
Fascinating thread  :)

I am loving the homemade background mural  :love:

And what a collection of locomotives and wagons  :cloud9:

Cannot wait to see more pictures of your project  :wave: