05-17-2023
Finally testing out the rotary stands to wire the bottom of the layout and mount turnout motors.
An article in Model Railroad Hobbyist a few years ago described these stands and how they can be used to minimize or eliminate the need to lay under the layout to get work done. A bunch of scrap boards and plywood and the purchase of some casters is what was required for construction. Bolts and drywall screws were already on hand.
The circular pieces of plywood on the stands have holes drilled at each hour position so that the layout section can be rotated and positioned as needed.
I plan to work in 8-foot sections. The bar clamps are holding a piece of 1 x 3 to keep the 8 foot long section of plywood from sagging. The layout sections are framed on three sides with 1 x 3. The 8-foot side not framed rests against the wall and on 2 x 3's that are screwed into the wall studs.
Some pics of the first section on the stands. After I finish wiring the power busses and mounting turnout motors, I will post additional pics and lessons learned.
