Hello all,
I built a 8X12 O gauge layout in my basement a number of years ago. When I did it I had no plans to change it so I crimped every connection of the track. Now I can not pull them apart. Since I have become disabled, I am going to transform a 4X6 1/2 HO layout that is in my living room to a 4X8 O gauge that is in the Febuary issue of CTT . But I need to use some of the track from downstairs as well as my switches. How would you recommend for me to get my track seperated?
Thanks,
Bill
If you can get the track off the board, stick a flat-bladed screwdriver into the rails at the ends of the sections and twist to spread the rails. To restore the rail ends, put a 7/64 punch or drill bit (for O31) or 3/32 (for O27) into the railheads and pinch the web back together with long-nosed pliers.
Bob Nelson
Thank you. Why didn't I think of that?
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