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[quote user="richhotrain"] So, what I am trying to determine are the pros and cons of such a conversion. Rich <div style="clear:both;"> </div> [/quote]   I'm sure this has probably been discussed at length a number of times, but here's what I'd consider. Pros 1. The ability to put more into the same space. 2. Being able to run longer trains through impressive scenery. 3. Generally, N scale equipment costs less than the HO equivalent.   Cons 1. May prove more difficult to work with because of the smaller size. 2. Lower level of detail compared to HO. Although, a look at some of the recent releases by BLMA and others mean this is becoming more debatable. See-through walkways, wire grab irons, coupler cut levers, intricate piping, air hoses and body mounted couplers. Take a look at the Trinity 5660 PD covered hoppers on the BLMA web site. 3. There isn't always as much available, although this may depend a great deal on your time frame.   The point is, at the end of the day I believe the only thing that's going to really help you make a decision is to give N scale a try, on a limited basis. Get some Unitrack and flex track and try something. You'll know soon enough if you're comfortable working with it and whether or not it's what you want for your layout.
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