Turnout installed, waiting for glue to dry on the ties.


In my never-ending quest to remove suck from the layout, I implored my good buddy, Joe, to build (and install) another of his awesome Kasper MKVII, Rev 2 turnouts for the west end industries at Mokane. Actually, we had earlier struck an agreement - if he installed this turnout, I would have an operating session within two weeks!

So tonight, Joe kept his part of the bargain. Now I need to call a crew, clean the basement, and get the soda fridge loaded!


Turnout ties cut and painted. Ballasting will be next.


Here is the turnout after ballasting. Now a thorough cleaning and check to make sure that the points aren't cemented shut (they were) and this turnout is ready to be placed back into service.