Due to ham-fisted attempt to fit magnets to uncouple
the loco from the train I made a right LuLu resulting in the running rails
splayed out of gauge. The time is right to refurbish the platforms whilst the
damaged rails are removed. More to
follow
As you can see the ballast was wetted and old damaged track
and ballast was removed, left for a couple of days to dry out. A light sanding
of the trackbed before tacking new rails in place. A test to see where the
uncoupler should be fitted masking off those sleepers and the area where the platforms
sit. A quick rusting to the track before re ballasting. New self adhesive
wrappings for the platform printed from Model Railway Scenery sheets printed
and fixed to the platforms before fitting back on the base board.
A smattering of static grass to simulate aged trackway.
