HI Guys,

I have been pondering for a while as i usually do. A few years ago i modeled hon3 using code 55. Just a small switching layout that didn't see much use. At the time i have code 55 jigs for fast tracks.

Im now on my way to a new HO 20 ft x 15 ft double deck layout. Since im waiting on the purpose built layout room i have a lot of preparation time. One deck was to be all code 55 as it is a logging line. the lower being a branch line i figured would be code 70 or code 83.

As I’ve mentioned in a previous blog, I’ll be using brass G-scale switch stands a la Trevor Marshall to throw the 10 turnouts on my layout. The reason I’m doing this is to provide a more realistic experience for me and my operators working a small branch line. The G-scale stands are well constructed and are smooth operating, so it will be fun to throw the points real time in this manner. 

Got a chance to get some mockups done for the Great Western Sugar mill in Longmont done here is how the scene is working out. I hope to have a video on it later this month.

Mike

I'm sure there will be plenty of opinions on this but I wanted to hear from fellow modelers their thoughts on ME #6 Code 83 turnouts vs Peco # 6 Code 83 turnouts. From what I have read, both have spring loaded points, both are DCC friendly without any special wiring. Both have scale size ties and nice spike and tie plate detail. So what makes one better than the other? I did notice that ME #6's are about 10 bucks cheaper.