Hi, Y'all
I've started designing another track plan,4'x8'.It will incorporate the 'S' loop(thanks y'all...I get it now
) ),several yard sidings,at least one crossover and a crossing(is that what it's called when the tracks cross each other without an overpass?) and a meandering main line with a viaduct or two. Of course, eventually there'll be wooded mountains, tunnels, towns, farms,and sections of the Terminal Cities to add.... but I think I'll start with the small town of Mullens, up in the W.VA. mountains...that's where my first memory of trains comes from. I'll find a way to post the resulting track plan.. (It's all in my head right now)...I've got to re-arrange my shop to make room for the layout first..
. I know I'll need some advice when the time comes to wire it...I've learned a lot already, thanks again to all of you.
(sun's out!)
VGN
p.s. to George:
Sorry for the confusion...I was referring to manufacturer, not type of switch...there is a post elsewhere re: Atlas track switch motors having improper amperage, and subsequent melt down of same..I'll be starting with Atlas 'twin' DPDTs,as that's what's available locally. But I will use another brand when I find out which ones to use and can get them. Any ideas/suggestions in that regard?
By the way, I quit smoking (again) a couple of years ago...this is a positivly non- smoking area!!!
[This message has been edited by Virginian (edited 02-10-2001).]
[This message has been edited by Virginian (edited 02-10-2001).]