Getting Started
Just moved - Starting over with a smaller space.
Hi,
I previously had an ambitious layout and plenty of space for it, but it never really got past bench work and pink foam. This time around I have the opportunity to start over and want to stick with a smaller layout that I can actually make some real progress on. Once that's done, I can always add on if time allows.
I really like the idea of doing a 4x8 table design, but with a divider down the middle of the long dimension. So really two 2x8 opportunities with an outer loop connecting everything.
Should I wait until I move to get started?
I'm new to model railroading.
I'm going to move to Nebraska in two months, do you think I should wait until I move before I get started? I plan on setting up in the basement with a large track layout.
Thomas Falater
What do codes mean for HO track ?
TO BING WITH THANKS FOR THE TURNTABLE INFO. I,M NEW TO TRAIN HOBBY SO WHAT DOES THE DIFFERENT CODES FOR TRACK MEAN AND CAN I USE THEM TOGETHER ? ALSO HOW CAN I TELL THEM APART FROM EACH OTHER ? THANKS FOR YOUR HELP C TESNO
can I put 2 track roundhouse HO on a 2 by 4 layout and what size truntable would I need ?
I have a 4 by 8 setup and want to add 2 track roundhouse to an area 2 by 4. Which would make my layout 10 by 4. this is an Ho setup . being new to trains I need Lots of help. I enjoy building the structures , but no little about trains. or computers . thanks for any help you can give . ctesno
Starting my first model railroad project
I'm starting my first model railroad project (finally). I've gone back and forth on track plans a dozen times and finally decided to try the TOMA approach and build my railroad a piece at a time. As of right now, I plan to install stand alone, permanent benchwork and then set my modules on the benchwork once they're completed.
Photos and more details follow.
My 8 year old sons Free-mo Module
I recently gave my son Lucas a 90 degree Free-mo module for him to complete. He has decided he wants to model a small town with a grade crossing and on the other module a farm. I have decided to add a page to my Blog to keep a spot to show his progress as he works on his module. He has already picked up a few structures and has a good idea on what he wants to do. Here is the module wet when it was used as a fill in in OKC a few years ago. Since OKC these modules have just been sitting around and will be much better with some scenery.
N scale coffee table
Does anyone know where I can get plans to build an N scale coffee table layout? I don't need so much help with the track layout, but looking for plans to build the table or any advice.
Thanks-Tim
New Bright Model 380 Christmas Train with brass track?
Hello, this my first post, I am a novice about trains. I have a NB Christmas train model 350 and was wondering if it will work if I use brass track instead of the plastic that came with it? Appreciate any and all feedback!
Bluerail train control
Hello to all;
As a long-time reader, and a (very) short-time subscriber, I'm one of those types that have only recently become involved after many years of kids/family/dormancy, etc. That being said, I'm basically still in the "dark" (read all-DC only) ages. All of my (old) lighting is 110v. In light of these revelations, and after following every bit of information I could find, both here at MRH & websites, I've just ordered my first "Blue Horse, the Blue-tooth board designed & manufactured by Dave Rees & Bluerail Trains.
Where to place insulating gaps?
I am a retired newbie. I am building my first HO layout, a rather large one. I have a question about locating insulating gaps. What is the recommended shortest distance from a switch for such a gap?
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