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Are you saying I can model a Shay road at 5-7%? Isn't that a bunch? Won't the locomotive have trouble with that? Like I said, it is going to be a Shay logging road. At least that part of it. [quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by selector Without a concrete idea of what your layout will be 'about', you are flailing around in the dark...if I may be so blunt, Rob. Please consider developing a notion of what theme and capabilities you want in your layout. From there, devising a workable track plan should be a matter of trial and error..lots of graph paper and a sharp pencil. Yes, 4% is a bit much. It will look toy-like, and I believe that you will eventually come to regret your choice if you actually build it into your track plan. I could say go ahead with 3%, but no more...unless your idea is to build a mountainous logging road with Cimaxes or Shays, or even tank engines. In that case, you could model grades around 5-7% and still have it look great. If I read correctly, you are currently envisioning a long grade of 8', a plateau, and then another grade to rise up to a higher bench on your layout. Okay, but try really hard to draw what it will look like when finished, and then see if it is going to look 'right'. A clear picture in your mind will go a long way towards generating the actual track plan. This is an important first step. [/quote]
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