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    New layout

    JasonFM, I too like large curves, as I run larger 6 axle locos. Here is my 6x4 with a minimum radius of 14" (hidden), and 15" visible. Large curves eat up a lot of real estate, but I think you can still find a good balance on a 6x4.
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    Question Bethgon coalporters!

    Rogerjr, if you have a 2 1/2 by 8 foot table, you must be using 24" diameter, and not 24" radius? If that is the case, you have 12" radius curves, which will handle most rolling stock, but are a bit tight for larger locomotives. I ran nothing but coal trains on my first layout, and the...
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    control panel help

    here is picture of my layout where you can see my control panel. I simply used a piece of 1/8" masonite to mount my tech2 and the toggle switches used to control my blocks. The panel is mounted at a slight angle so it is easily viewed by the operator. HuskerN
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    Terrain for Trains N scale layouts??

    Traindude, Depending on your size, price, and time parameters, you might consider buying a hollow-core door for the base, and use either flex or sectional track to get trains running quickly. There are many trackplans for this application, and if you budget well, $300 goes a long way. I...
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    Construction Has Begun!!!

    speaking of "L" shaped layouts, here is mine. 6.5' by 4.5' HuskerN
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    New Layout Construction - Pics!!

    My friend Bob and I joined forces in building him a 5x7 layout with a Rocky Mountian/Rio Grande Theme. I recently bought a digicam and took some shots to share. We have had 2 work sessions so far, and are making progress! Work sessions are 1 night per week for about 3 or 4 hours so far. We...
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    New Kato SD90 acting old....(running bad)

    Zug, I had the exact experience that you explained. I have an SD90, and a few months after laying new track on my layout, it began to run very rough. The headlight flickered, and at times the loco even stalled, needing a push to get started again. I found that I had dirty track. I took a...
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