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NEED HELP ON LAYOUT PLANS FOR HO TRAIN
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4 feet is deeper than I would build without access from both sides. But, I wouldn't start ripping out your existing benchwork unless you come up with a better plan. Often, strategically placed access holes will allow access for construction, detailing & dealing with derailments. It does require a bit of crawling under the layout. <br /> <br />My first layout, or I should say my father's last layout, was a Lionel layout in the U shape you describe, but if I remember correctly after 40 years since it was dismantled, it was about 6 feet deep. Even with access holes, there was a bit of climbing or serious leaning over the scenery on a regular basis. But we had track running along the rear of the layout against the wall. Your 36" bench height might give you close to 3' reach which might be mitigated by some removable access panels and bringing track away from the rear a little where possible. <br /> <br />Study track plans as suggested & good luck. Now's the time to change benchwork if you're going to do it. <br /> <br />Wayne
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