New Layout Project

[mrazz]

I’m trying to plan an HO layout that is going to be 2 ft wide and built around the perimeter of my 12 x  12 room. I do plan to expand my layout beyond my 12 x 12 room in the future, but not now. I’ve decided to use L-Girder bench work. Can anyone suggest a way to build each section. By this I mean, does it make sense to start with an L-Girder section that is 8’ x 2’ and then add on to it, or do two 6’ x 2’ sections and add from there. Also, any suggestions on how to construct the corners? I want to be able accommodate 30” curves for 85 ft passenger cars. Any information will be helpful.  Thanks, Mark  

 

[wm3798]

 I would build sections that are roughly 2'x 4 to 6' that you can move around.  That way in the future, as you expand, you can re-configure it a bit as needed.  Also, in the event that you would have to move, you can more easily break the layout back into sections that are more portable.

Lee