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  1. Maineiac

    Maximum grade before cars begin to roll

    What is the maximum grade that you can leave uncoupled cars on before they will begin to roll? Some of my cars have free-rolling trucks.
  2. Maineiac

    To build a new layout or rebuild the old one?

    Okay, here's my dilemma: I have a 4x8 layout that is partially completed. The track is laid but there is no scenery. I built it with my Dad when I was around 7 or 8 (actually he built it and I tried to help). We never took the time to complete it and now I want to get back into model railroading...
  3. Maineiac

    Breaking in locos

    Hello all, I'm new to The Gauge and I'm just getting started in the hobby. I have a question about breaking in new locos. The instruction sheet that came with one of my locos mentions running it for an hour or two, at various speeds but not top speed. My question is, what is the best way to...