Author Topic: NEED HELP: Any professional's that build a Child's model train set? (Read 2123 times)

sdoglesby86 · « **on:** November 15, 2014, 02:09:21 pm »

Hi:

I honestly am not for sure if I am in the right place or not..... But, I just thought that I would inquire.

I am interested in purchasing and/or building a train set for my nephew. I know nothing about trains, or what may even be needed to go into this type of project. I was envisioning the type of set you typically see in the movies..... an actual locomotive train set that runs on a track, preferably mounted on the wall, that would go around his bedroom. I was really hoping for advice on any professionals that do this type of work? I am willing to pay for this service, but am just clueless on where and how to get started, who to contact, the type of train that would be best, etc.

Please help! Any tips and/or suggestions would greatly be appreciated.

TrainLarry · « **Reply #1 on:** November 15, 2014, 04:33:10 pm »

You are definitely in the right place for your inquiry.
The first step is to find a starter set that has everything needed to get up and running. This is the easiest way to go. Lionel has many starter sets. http://www.lionel.com/Products/Finder/SearchResults.cfm?doAction=Browse&CategoryID=37 The LionChief sets are remote controlled, with many features. Set up the trains on a table, or even the floor to familiarize yourself with them and their operation. You can purchase more track http://www.lionel.com/Products/Finder/SearchResults.cfm?doAction=Browse&CategoryID=528 and accessories http://www.lionel.com/Products/Finder/SearchResults.cfm?doAction=Browse&CategoryID=39 to enhance and enlarge your layout.
Contact a contractor to discuss your desire to make a shelf layout along the walls. Show them the set to get basic dimensions of the track and leave extra width for trackside accessories if you want.
Once the shelf is built, lay the track, add the power, hook up the trains, and you are all set.

Larry

sdoglesby86 · « **Reply #2 on:** November 17, 2014, 01:13:20 am »

Thank you so very much!!! Very helpful

TrainLarry · « **Reply #3 on:** November 17, 2014, 02:20:10 pm »

You're welcome. Keep us updated here on your progress.

Larry

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