12-24-2011, 06:59 AM
shortliner,Not wanting to sound harsh but,having built several "portable" ISLs and one HCD layout half the stuff you mention isn't necessary and I think that where Justin is having problems-information overkill for his situation.
One can use flat industries along a removable backdrop and wire the layout directly from the power pack as one solid block.The layout can be stood in a corner if necessary.This is where the layout books end and experience kicks in when it comes to small temporary portable layouts that must be stored between use.I have used a card table for "bench work" by sitting a 15" x10 foot ISL on it-very similar to this design:
![[Image: IM000096.jpg]](http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m210/Brakie-2/IM000096.jpg)
But,a bigger concern is dorm room life may not be a ideal place for a layout.I would mostly railfan,weather cars and collect the items I need for a future layout once I finish schooling,landed a job and moved into my own castle.
I would take a easier route then building a ISL but,that just me..
One can use flat industries along a removable backdrop and wire the layout directly from the power pack as one solid block.The layout can be stood in a corner if necessary.This is where the layout books end and experience kicks in when it comes to small temporary portable layouts that must be stored between use.I have used a card table for "bench work" by sitting a 15" x10 foot ISL on it-very similar to this design:
But,a bigger concern is dorm room life may not be a ideal place for a layout.I would mostly railfan,weather cars and collect the items I need for a future layout once I finish schooling,landed a job and moved into my own castle.
I would take a easier route then building a ISL but,that just me..
Larry
Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!
Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!