adding to a existing layout workbench

[JackAce211972]

I'm looking for help and/or advice here, I have a 4'X5' main layout and have 3 smaller layouts (4'X2') that I'm working on to add onto it. The 3 smaller ones that I have for the main layout are going to be add on that I can add or move to different locations, but I don't know how to lay the tack down for this. If anyone care to share or help with any information or websites on this would, it be very helpful. Thank you very much for any info.

[UNCLEBUTCH]

I'm not sure Iunderstand your question. You would lay track as you would lay track, making sure the tables are fasten together, so nothing moves. To move said tables, to different locations, you need to come up with some kind of alignment tool. pins perhaps.A short piece of track, with loose joiners on both ends to bridge joint  ???

[cowman]

Welcome to the forums.

If you can get to a train show check out how they attach and align their modules.  If you can't, read up on modular layout construction.

You will have to be sure all sections have the track and alignment methods the same on each section, if you plan to interchange them.

Good luck,

Richard

["JaBear"]

Some ffolkes use a short section of track that slips in and out as a join between modules but I’m not a fan as I have seen, far too many times, impatience damage the actual attachment plus the electrical continuity sometimes be problematic.

 

Here is a link to mcfunkeymonkeys instructional video on module joins. While he models in N, the methods are applicable to any scale/gauge. The only difference is that I use brass nails or screws instead of the PC ties.

 

Cheers, the Bear.