Hello. So I am debating on what my new layout will be. What I enjoy most in the hobby is scratch building structures out of wood. and wood kits. I Have a modern switching layout that i use for my modern desiels and rolling stock. While it scratches the itch of things modern. It doesn't really give me the satisfaction of the type of structures I like to model. So I am thinking of starting new.
I am debating on if I should go to On30. Or stay in Ho standard. I was thinking of doing something similar as to the Thunder mesa Layout but more logging inspired. Sticking with the 15" radius as the thunder mesa, (Yes I know broader is always better, But I have a small room 9.5x13, and I don't plan on running anything longer than 40' ) I Really like the On30 whimsical side but yet still keep that believable look and feel.
I also don't plan on big trains. I find when you have a Small space its better to have Small trains through Big scenes; then to have Big trains through small scenes. (in my opinion)
If I am being Honest I am kinda Burned out with trying to Be as prototpyical as I can. I'm finding it to restrictive as time goes on. esp in small spaces. While I do enjoy prototype modeling. I think I need a change.
I think I want the theme to be a Logging, mining, backwoods 1880-1940s layout. haven't pin pointed a specific time frame yet. but that will give you an idea.
So i am kinda throwing this out on the forum. If I go On30 I be starting from scratch. I have nothing in that scale. and all Of my scratch building supplies would also need to be adjusted. But that is not an issue.
I Guess for me I am looking at what advantages and disadvantages would On30 have over Ho scale in the not so obvious ways with this type of themed layout. (i understand about RTR isn't as common and the size differences.) If you do On30, What Drew you to On30? What Keeps you in On30?
I'm just really looking for aspects on what I should do, because both have their Pros and cons, and thats making it hard to decide. So thats why I turn to you guys.
I'm sorry if this is vague, I be glad to answer any questions that you have.
I am debating on if I should go to On30. Or stay in Ho standard. I was thinking of doing something similar as to the Thunder mesa Layout but more logging inspired. Sticking with the 15" radius as the thunder mesa, (Yes I know broader is always better, But I have a small room 9.5x13, and I don't plan on running anything longer than 40' ) I Really like the On30 whimsical side but yet still keep that believable look and feel.
I also don't plan on big trains. I find when you have a Small space its better to have Small trains through Big scenes; then to have Big trains through small scenes. (in my opinion)
If I am being Honest I am kinda Burned out with trying to Be as prototpyical as I can. I'm finding it to restrictive as time goes on. esp in small spaces. While I do enjoy prototype modeling. I think I need a change.
I think I want the theme to be a Logging, mining, backwoods 1880-1940s layout. haven't pin pointed a specific time frame yet. but that will give you an idea.
So i am kinda throwing this out on the forum. If I go On30 I be starting from scratch. I have nothing in that scale. and all Of my scratch building supplies would also need to be adjusted. But that is not an issue.
I Guess for me I am looking at what advantages and disadvantages would On30 have over Ho scale in the not so obvious ways with this type of themed layout. (i understand about RTR isn't as common and the size differences.) If you do On30, What Drew you to On30? What Keeps you in On30?
I'm just really looking for aspects on what I should do, because both have their Pros and cons, and thats making it hard to decide. So thats why I turn to you guys.
I'm sorry if this is vague, I be glad to answer any questions that you have.