new layout plan

[wickman]

ok as you probably seen on my last post what was left of my layout with the outer second level track . Well I decided to strip everything and start new so I'm attemping to design my own layout after doing extensive reading .

quest. 1
Can someone tell me when would you use flex track on the corners rather than 18" radi or 22" radi?
quest. 2
If I want to have at least 3-4 industries is it a good idea to run the industries off a siding that is off the main line compared to right off the main line
quest3
can anyone tell me where I can find a good size power generating building the type that water in a river flows thriugh so to speak

thanks Lynn

[SpaceMouse]

1) In my opinion, every time. Less joints, less work, less chance for deraiment, more flexibiltiy, and 100% more ability to put in easements.

2) I would run them off the siding. If you run more than one train, you don't have to ie up the main. Also if you have forward facing spurs, you can use the main as a runaround.

3) not a clue.

[selector]

Hey, Stranger! Welcome back!

I support Chip. Due to its versatility, Flex-trak is the way to go. It'll take much more skill to lay than sectional, but I'm guessing that won't be much of a challenge for you.

Your mains are like turnpikes. The fruitstands are well off of them. So are grain elevators, factories, foundries, and warehouses.

Look through the Walther's Catalogue and see if you can't use another model kit that you could modify into a power generation plant.

[cheese3]

Use flex for the whole layout not just curves. I am Using flex track on my new layout and it is wonderful. Juast take your time and make sure all the joints are alligned and you are good to go!

I would run the industries off of a siding so you don't block up the main.

And sorry i cannot help with number 3.

[Anonymous]

I second (third?) the comments. Only use for fixed track may be cutting into short sections to bridge gaps. I use flex track for everything. Also, in relation to the industries, plan for a run around so you can switch in either direction.

[wickman]

Thanks
I kinda figured flex is the way to go
I'll carry on I'm just finishing making the new table top and just have to attach legs now . New size is 4.5 x 8.5 and a new addition for the L corner of 6x3 feet. I'm thinking of running the yrd and turntable and I should have room for a couple industries on that section. Where the corner of the 4.5 x8.5 sheet meets the corner of the 6x3 foot piece I'll leave that corner open and build a lower addition to hold a river bottom coming off a power house (seeing as that corner will be open any way. I'm planning on using 3 seperate train tressels to join the two areas across the power house river .
What do you thinks
I'm open for suggestions for the 4.5x8.5 area as far as layout plans I'm hoping to incorporate at least one over under bridge on the 4.5x8.5 area
Is it suggested to start with 1 main line and then add a second inside of that then start expanning from there.
Believe it or not but I have been doing aloottt of research on this.
Open for suggestions
Thanks Lynn