Done Enough

Back in December of 2025 I committed myself to complete the Shifter before tackling any other projects. I was mostly successful at keeping to that condition, though while the primer was curing and the paint after that, I did begin the Ensminger Building construction. Happily, this is a hobby, and the only restraints, deadlines, goals, etc. I place upon myself are purely of my own making and can be adhered to or ignored as the need arises.That said, I really have wanted to get this little gem finished and on the rails sooner than later, and now more than ever in light of my Summer Challenge 2026: Orange Avenue! (the exclamation point makes it more exciting) beginning now. So while there are a few steps remaining to complete the Shifter such as adding bell and whistle cords, a coal load and some weathering, I'm calling it done enough.Here's a video:This has been a long journey - over twenty years in fact - to reach this point. I'm very happy with how this little locomotive has turned…