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Gary, I used the cork-on-foam system on my last layout (which never really got finished) and it worked great. But, that was only on my main lines. For my sidings and the branch line I skipped the cork roadbed and glued the track right on the foam. It lowered the track from the main a little and...

I am working on a new layout and am near starting my track work. Digging through my old supplies I find I have two different types of cork roadbed. One is dark brown, somewhat soft and very flexable. The other is a much lighter brown (nearly tan) in color and is much stiffer. The dark brown is...

Wildcat, Another source for fiber optic material is an old antique store or junk shop. Look for one of those old fiber optic lights. They were very popular (and rather expensive) in the early 80's. Now-a-days most people pitch 'em. If you can find one they usually sell for about $10. One light...

60103 is correct. Here's a little test. If you have a dual mode loco (runs on DC or DCC) place it on a short track powered by DC. Start the loco. As it travels down the track throw the reverse switch on the DC power pack. The engine will continue to run in the same direction it was traveling. To...