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I converted to DCC about a year ago. I am in N scale and have just completed putting a number of drops from the rail (gauge 22 wire) to the buss wires (12 gauge) and found that a long bit (12 inches) works the best. I drill thru and then put the drill in reverse. This makes a clean hole and if I make sure the wire from the track thru the foam is straight I have very little problem pushing it through. I also had a small diameter rod which if I had a problem I poked into the hole if it is not entirely clean. This eliminates having to redrill, which doesn't always clean out the hole and/or removing the bit from the drill. I have put in over 150 drops with speed and less frustration then first encountered. Any investment in a drill bit and small diameter rod is worth it. The reason for so many drops, is smooth running and even power distribution. I have also put the layout into 3 sections, using power distribution systems from Tonys Trains. I also connect the drops to the buss with 3M connectors. <br /> <br />Rad Jones
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